About the Role

Major function:

To drive and ensure the safety of staff and WWF Kenya clients including maintenance of the organization vehicles.

 Roles and responsibilities:

  • Ensures cleanliness of assigned vehicle at all times when in use or otherwise and that the vehicle is in good condition before use;
  • Carries out periodic checks on the assigned vehicle to determine maintenance needs and report accordingly and time;
  • Maintains an up to date records of vehicle fuel, mileage and service costs;
  • Ensures all vehicle reports are done on a monthly basis and submitted on or before the scheduled date;
  • Compiles car maintenance log for every vehicle capturing all repair, parts, labour and maintenance details.
  • Respects and maintains the relationship of trust required to obtain a high level of security;
  • Facilitates WWF Kenya staff movement using the assigned vehicle to the field projects.
  • Reports any incident that involves injury, damage to any passenger, pedestrian or third-party property immediately, in line with WWF- Kenya’s policies and procedures.
  • Handles any emergency which may arise, including following procedures in the event of such emergencies including vehicle fire.
  • Supports  staff in application of visas and work permit documentation
  • Manages the process of applications and renewals of residence permits.
  • Performs any other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Key Skills and Competencies

  • Basic mechanic skills
  • Strong organization and coordination skills
  • Basic first aid skills
  • Strong command of English and Kiswahili.
  • Adaptable, flexible, able to take initiative and prioritize among competing demands;
  • A good team player with strong interpersonal skills, outgoing personality, and ability to work independently and effectively under pressure and on strict deadlines and in a multi-cultural setting;
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills in English and Swahili;
  • Adherence to WWF’s values, which are Credible, Responsive, Innovative, Determined, Inspiring and Collaborative. 

Experience:

  • 5 years’ work experience in a reputable International NGO
  • Conversant with the geography of conservation areas;

Qualifications:

  • O’ Level Certificate
  • Driving license or permit classes B, C, D, E
  • Certificate in Defensive Driving Training

How to Apply

https://www.wwfkenya.org/current_vacancies/?234435/Driver&utm_source=MyJobMag

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