JOB PURPOSE
Under the Transcend Project, the Project Driver will support project activities at community and county level. The Project Driver will be based at the County level and will support logistical support for the project.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

KEY AREA ACTIVITIES

Ensuring that Amref staff and deliveries are taken to their destinations in a timely, safe and secure manner

 Have the vehicle for the trip ready in advance
 Be punctual in the pick-up and drop off of people as required
 Ensure that all tools required for the trip are in the vehicle
 Ensure that the trip is smooth
 Ensure that all documentation regarding the trip is done and all authorizations have been obtained
 Ensure that the delivery book is signed for all deliveries

Ensuring that the allocated vehicle is always kept clean

 Wash the car regularly and ensure that it is kept tidy at all times

Keeping the car in a good working condition

 Check the tyre pressure, oil tank before each trip
 Keep to service schedules
 Stay alert on any possible mechanical problems
 Ensure that necessary repairs are carried out economically and timely
 Maintain up to date and accurate reports of work tickets including kilometres travelled, fuel consumed and dates of oil changes

Ensuring the safety of passengers at all times

 Ensure that the assigned vehicle has all required registrations/licensing and inspections and that necessary document is retained with the vehicle
 Ensure that car seat belts are functional and that all passengers have fastened their safety belts at all times
 Adhere to traffic rules at all times, including no over-speeding
 Avoid and report any accidents

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Professional Qualifications

 Minimum “O” (Form 4) level of education
 Certificate in basic computer applications
 Valid clean driving license
 Basic First Aid training is an added advantage

Required Qualifications and Experience

 At least three (3) years’ driving experience with a good track record in a busy office, preferably in an NGO
 No major accidents in the past three years
 Previous experience working in Turkana County
 Good understanding of the routes regularly used by Amref Health Africa
 Experience working in hard to reach areas with minimal supervision

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

 Working knowledge of the rules and regulations involved in the safe and efficient operation of automotive equipment
 Good general understanding of the different vehicle parts
 Knowledge of basic automotive maintenance procedures
 Oral and written English, Kiswahili and local language fluency with ability to follow instructions
 Excellent time management and organization skills
 Ability to understand what precautions and preventive measures are required for proper vehicle maintenance
 Ability to work after office hours on some occasions while maintaining a positive enthusiastic attitude
 Excellent interpersonal skills and able to show respect to those being served
 Flexibility and adaptability