ACDI / VOCA Driver Job in Nairobi, Kenya - Resilience and Economic Growth in the Arid Lands-Accelerated Growth (REGAL-AG) Project

For over 45 years and in 146 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society.ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 97 projects in 38 countries and revenues of over $140 million.

Driver

We are currently seeking a driver for the Resilience and Economic Growth in the Arid Lands-Accelerated Growth (REGAL-AG) project, funded by USAID.  This project will identify, integrate and sustain humanitarian investments that prove to be effective in sustainably increasing resilience and reducing the need for recurrent humanitarian assistance, and to build on these investments to accelerate sustainable economic growth. The goal of REGAL-AG is to foster an inclusive livestock value chain that increases pastoralists’ resilience and stimulates economic growth in several Kenyan counties and beyond. 

Responsibilities:

Determine safe and efficient driving routes for transportation of personnel and goodsAssist with daily business errands and the photocopying of office documentsMaintain accurate vehicle logsEnsure cleanliness and maintenance of program vehiclesAssist with the delivery of documents and receipt of procurements into the officePerform other duties as assigned by the Office and Logistics Manager and senior staffStrict compliance with ACDI/VOCA Employee Policy Manual, particularly regarding:Security ProceduresUse of a Cell Phone/PDA while DrivingVehicle usage policyDriver’s license and clean driving recordAt least two (2) years of experience in a similar occupationExperience with USAID project procedures, policies and compliance requirements are highly preferredFluency in English requiredTo be considered for this recruitment, please e-mail your resume to REGALAG@joinav.org.  Please include the position title in the subject line.  Women and minorities encouraged to apply.  Please apply by close of business, August 24, 2012.