Government Driver Job in Kenya

Job Title: DRIVER

Purpose of the job: 

The Motor Vehicle Driver
will be responsible for the transportation of authorized staff and goods in the
Office of the Auditor-General

 Duties and
Responsibilities

• Drive
  motor vehicles as authorized;


• Carry
  out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical and brake
  systems, tyre pressure etc;


• Detect
  and report malfunctioning of vehicle systems;


• Maintain
  work tickets for vehicles assigned;


• Ensure
  security and safety of passengers, the vehicle on and off the road and /
  or goods therein;


• Maintain
  cleanliness of the vehicle; and


• Any
  other duties assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Kenya
  Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade D (Plain) or its approved
  equivalent qualification;


• A
  valid driving license free from any current endorsement (s);


• Attended
  a First Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one week at St.
  John’s Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technology
  (KIHBT) or any other recognized institution;


• Defensive
  Driving certificate from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its
  equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;


• Minimum
  3 years’ relevant experience.

Core Competences

• Creative/
  Innovative – Develop
  new and unique ways to improve logistics and transport operations within
  the Office to deliver excellence, efficiency and outstanding service/products
  to clients (e.g. methods, processes, systems, policies etc.). Take
  initiative and start activities.


• Ethical
  – Understand
  ethical behaviour and public-sector practices. Ensure that own behaviour
  and behaviour towards others is consistent with these standards and aligns
  with the values and ethical standards of the Office.


• Respect
  – Treat
  people with dignity, irrespective of their profession, their views on
  diverse matters, position, gender, religion, ethnicity, abilities, etc.
  Show an understanding of different cultural norms within OAG working
  environment and respond appropriately.  


• Teamwork
  – Work
  cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems,
  and make decisions that enhance effectiveness within OAG.


• Effective
  Communication – Speak,
  listen, and write in a clear, thorough, and efficient manner using
  appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques. Speak
  eloquently and engagingly in meetings, in one-on-one situations as well as
  in small and large groups. Listen, be receptive to the counterpart and
  adapt to the situation. Adjust the message to the recipient.

How to Apply

Apply for the job here

Closing date: 5th May 2023