Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Administration Assistant, the Program Driver will be responsible for operating and maintaining transportation vehicles with a focus on safety and staff courtesy.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide transportation to and from project sites, and other locations as assigned.
- Record and maintain record of trips according to established procedures.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date records on trip sheets, vehicle maintenance, incident reports, accident reports, vehicle condition reports and other records;
- Carry out safety briefing to passengers prior to each trip departure.
- Assist passengers including handicapped in and out of the vehicle.
- Read and interpret maps and driving directions to plan the most efficient route service.
- Respond to accident or medical emergencies by notifying emergency, response providers, and carrying out First Aid pending arrival of emergency personnel.
- Ensure that all regulations are followed in case of accidents and that required paper work is submitted.
- Ensure that the vehicle has all required registrations/ licensing and inspections, and that necessary documentation is retained in the vehicle.
- Ensure vehicle has sufficient amount of fuel, maintain the vehicles’ cleanliness, and ensure its security for daily use and proper evening and weekend storage at office site.
- Develop and maintain good working relationships with all project personnel.
Required Qualifications
- Experience driving in Nairobi and familiarity with rural terrain and roads preferred.
- 4 years’ driving experience.
- Valid Kenya driver’s license.
- Ability to perform minor repairs of vehicle.
- Previous auto mechanic experience desired.
- Ability to project a neat and professional appearance.
- ‘O’ Level Certificate
- First Aid knowledge desired.
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