Driver

Position Description

RTI anticipates staffing the position of a driver for the Project Western Kenya Sanitation Project.The main objective for the position is to drive project vehicle.

Responsibilities of the project driver include but not limited to:

• Operate Western Kenya Sanitation Project vehicles as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain vehicle log-sheets in accordance with Western Kenya Sanitation Project policies/regulations.
• Check the vehicle conditions after each trip/routinely – report needs and problems to logistics team.
• Adhere to all safety and communication protocols as advised by Western Kenya Sanitation Project and supervisor.
• Responsible for the safekeeping of all vehicle equipment, tools, first aid kits, spares etc.
• Keep the vehicle ready, clean and on standby – ready for use always.
• Assist, as required, with logistics in the office daily workloads.
• Cooperate and be of assistance to staff and visitors – assist in troubleshooting potential problems during daily business.
• Report all maintenance needs of the vehicle to transport management on a regular basis.
• Undertake field assignments as assigned.
• Responsible for preparing and submitting monthly vehicle fuel and maintenance reports to the logistics focal point.
• Adherence to all Western Kenya Sanitation Project policies and procedures as outlined in Western Kenya Sanitation Project policies and procedure manuals.
• Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Western Kenya Sanitation Project and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission in country of operation.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Experience

• A minimum of one year’s relevant experience with valid Kenya driver’s license.
• Proof of good driving record
• Previous work in the Not-for-Profit sector and familiarity with rural terrain preferred.
• Experience in logistics support is an added advantage.
• Oral and written English and Kiswahili language fluency is necessary.
• Candidates from the local county locations preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and certificate of good conduct
• At least 3 years driving experience with an INGO.
• Experience operating manual 4x4 vehicles.
• Experience working in and thorough knowledge of Western Counties is a desired.
• Knowledge of routes, project areas, the NGO and diplomatic community is required.