Driver/Logistician

Job Description

Main purpose of the job

• The Driver / Logistician will be responsible for providing driving, messengerial and office support services to the project. The position will be based in our Nakuru office.

What you will do

• Drive project staff and visitors to meetings and appointments with due caution and courtesy as assigned by the supervisor.
• Maintain project vehicles in good condition, including cleaning inside and outside of the vehicle and carrying out engine check-up, fluid levels and the tyres prior to use of the vehicle. 
• Maintain a current driving license for self and advise the Administrative Officer when the project vehicle licenses are due for renewal, appropriate inspections and registrations for vehicles.
• Run office errands such as message/equipment deliveries, visa applications, picking-up and collecting mail from post office and other errands as assigned by the supervisor.
• Ensure that the passengers adhere to the traffic rules and regulations e.g. wearing seat belts.
• Report any traffic accident to the insurance company and to the supervisor immediately.
• Assist with office tasks, such as photocopying, binding and pick up of supplies etc.
• Keep photocopying and binding machines in good working condition at all times by ensuring that the necessary routine maintenance is carried out as prescribed in the operating manuals and a record of the same is kept.
• Provide support during workshops and events including registration of participants.

Qualifications

• O Level certificate.
• At least 5 years driving experience in a large organisation operating motor vehicles professionally.
• Must have a good working knowledge of English with ability to understand spoken and written English and Kiswahili.
• Must have a current, valid driving license with an excellent driving record. 
• Must be in possession of a current and valid certificate of good conduct within the year.
• Maintain a good awareness of the existing traffic rules and regulations under NTSA.
• Must have undertaken an eye test with certification.
• Knowledge of the counties and its surrounding areas where project will have presence will be an added advantage. 
• Basic knowledge of First Aid.

Behavioural competencies

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Good Leadership, supervisory and influencing skills.
• Strong client delivery focus.
• Adaptable, managing change and ambiguity with ease.
• Focus on quality and risk.
• Problem solving ability.
• Good business acumen and customer service skills.
• Diligent and quick learner
• Proactive and has the ability to assess a situation and independently take action to address it.