DanChurchAid NGO Field Driver Jobs in Kenya

DanChurchAid NGO Field Driver Jobs in Kenya


  • DanChurchAid (DCA) Kenya is working in Turkana, West Pokot, Baringo, Elgeyo Marakwet, Nakuru, Nyandarua, Nakuru, Busia and Siaya Counties with a focus of enhancing self-reliance and resilience building.

  • The driver is to serve for a period of one-year (renewable) contract starting January 2021. The position is mainly field based (Nakuru and Nyandarua Counties).

  • The Driver will report to the Project Manager based in Nakuru with technical reporting to the ProLog Officer in Nairobi.

    The main responsibilities of the driver are:

  • Driving and fleet management

  • Ensure cost-saving by driving responsibly

  • Maintain daily vehicle and motorcycles logs, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil change, servicing, greasing, repairs and oversee that other drives do the same

  • Prepare and maintain data of the vehicle and motorcycle maintenance plans and reports.

  • Ensure that all official vehicles are kept clean and is always in good working condition

  • Make minor repairs and make arrangements for major repairs

  • Change oil, check tires, lights horn, clutch and brakes and wash fleet regularly

  • Ensure that vehicle and motorcycle comply with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)

  • Maintain and ensure availability of all required documents/supplies including vehicle and motorcycle: insurance, logs, office directory, and map of the city/country, first aid kit, and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle

  • Assist in all areas of Fleet Management including vehicle and motorcycle registration, insurance, maintenance, security, usage monitoring, vehicle ownership transfers and disposal

  • Ensure that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents

  • Drive office vehicles for the transport of DCA staff, visitors and support field missions

  • Deliver and collect mail, documents and other items to Government and other Offices

  • Oversee and ensure that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement
    in accidents

  • Oversee and ensure that all vehicles comply with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)

  • Provide general administrative and logistic support as needed

  • Assist office staff in filing, photocopying and maintaining required records

  • Assist in the mailing and distribution of publications and payments of bills, as required.

  • Liaise with suppliers to support the ProLog in procurement and logistics functions

  • Assist in managing the daily logistical issues of staff transport services, by working closely with the Finance & Admin Officer and relevant service providers

  • Update staff on various emerging traffic issues in the operational area

  • Follow up on Protocol matters for the organization and its eligible staff

  • Submit applications and follow up with relevant Government Ministries for approval of exemption and regulatory documents, issuance of motor vehicle number plates and logbooks as necessary

  • Log official trips in the official logbooks

    Professional Qualification

  • Minimum secondary school education (KCSE or Equivalent)

  • Valid and clean B-C-E driving License with over three years driving experience

  • Practical knowledge in basic mechanics and vehicle diagnostics

  • Certified defensive driver and possession of basic first aid training and certification

  • Ability to communicate effectively in English and Kiswahili

  • High level of self-motivation, integrity, commitment to humanitarian and development work

  • Good team player with excellent interpersonal skills

    How to Apply

    For more information and job application details, see; DanChurchAid NGO Field Driver Jobs in Kenya

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