Vehicle Fleet Manager at The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Logistic Support Centre is seeking to recruit an experienced, highly motivated and qualified person to fill the position of: Vehicle Fleet Manager. The Vehicle Fleet Manager oversees management of the fleet of ICRC vehicles for Nairobi Regional delegation in accordance with operational needs, working in strict compliance with the set standards. S/he carries out effective and efficient resource planning and scheduling for light vehicles, trucks and boats within the operational area.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Determines needs in terms of fleet and ensures all operational locations maximize their efficiency and effectiveness through planned resource allocation in accordance with set guidelines;
• Develops training materials regarding fleet and workshop management and organizes employee training to ensure capacity building in their technical knowledge in accordance with security regulations and technical guidelines;
• Manage staff in the workshop ensuring that all workshops operate under the same principles and objectives;
• Establishes the spare parts inventory and carries out controls in accordance with ICRC guidelines;
• Provides technical input in the decision-making process regarding private transport services under contract;
• Monitors, organizes and maximizes the efficiency of the vehicle pool to support the delegation’s operations;
• Provides technical support for regional budget preparation, approves orders and greenlights the disposal of vehicles;
• Monitor, control and report on the use of vehicles in operational/non-operational circumstances;

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES

• University Degree in Automotive engineering or equivalent;
• Ten years relevant experience working in an automotive workshop with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in transport and truck management;
• Must have 5 years staff management experience with a minimum team size of 5 – 10 people;
• Excellent command of written and spoken English;
• Advanced computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
• Valid driving licence (BCE);
• Experience in mechanical training is a must;
• Certificate of good conduct;
• Must be a Kenyan Citizen;