RTI International - Drivers - Jobs in Kenya

RTI International - Drivers - Jobs in Kenya


Career Opportunities:
  • Driver

    RTI International is an independent organization dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition.

    With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000 people, RTI offers innovative research and development and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services. Universities in North Carolina founded RTI in 1958 as a centerpiece of the Research Triangle Park.

    RTI International is currently seeking staff for the U.S Agency for International Development (USAID) funded Kenya Youth Employment and Skills Program (K-YES) in Kenya that aims to enhance employability of Kenyan youth (Ages 18-35) for increased wage and self-employment, underemployed youth who have not completed secondary school.

    K-YES project is a 5 year activity that will result in increased workforce competitiveness in the sectors targeted currently implementing in Nairobi, Kwale, Kericho Bungoma, Garissa, Kisii, West Pokot, Migori & Nyeri Counties.

    We seek to recruit two (2) Drivers to be based in Kwale and Nyeri County.

    The driver(s) will serve as a chauffeur for project staff, consultants and other visitors as assigned by supervisor.

    S/he will be in charge of maintaining high standard of cleanliness of the project vehicle in his/her custody.

    S/he will also ensure that the project vehicle assigned is well serviced and maintained as required and perform administrative tasks as assigned.

    Key Responsibilities

  • Drive project / office staff members, consultants and other visitors on project / office business;
  • Provide transportation to and from the airport, hotel, project sites, and other locations as assigned;
  • Ensure that the vehicle has all required registrations / licensing and inspections, and that necessary documentation is retained with the vehicle;
  • Ensure vehicle has sufficient amount of gas, maintain the vehicles’ cleanliness, and ensure its security for daily use and proper evening and weekend storage at office site;
  • Read and understand specific vehicle operating manual to ensure the safe and appropriate operations of the vehicle;
  • Obey traffic rules and road signs, negotiate, liaise and coordinate with local authorities to facilitate smooth running of vehicle movements;
  • Maintain record of trips including kilometers traveled, fuel consumed and cost, and dates of oil changes,
    all according to established procedures;
  • Produce weekly records of mileage traveled;
    Take care of the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle; check oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc.
  • Arrange for repairs and regularly scheduled maintenance of the vehicle as per manufacturer’s suggested schedule;
  • Ensure that all regulations are followed in case of an accident and that required paper work is submitted;
  • Meet official personnel at the airport and facilitate immigration and customs formalities as required;
  • Pick up and deliver shipments and documents as assigned;
  • Identify any apparent problems such as insecurity during driving operations and report them to the Finance and Administration Assistant;
  • Develop and maintain good working relationships with all project / office personnel;
  • Perform other related tasks as required

    Qualifications and Experience:
  • Driver / Chauffer experience for at least 3 years with a valid Kenya driver’s license;

    Skills & Abilities:
  • Proof of good driving record;
  • Experience in driving and familiarity through rural terrain preferred;
  • Prior experience on USAID-funded projects preferred;
  • Demonstrated punctuality, attention to detail, professionalism, patience, good humor, flexibility, and overall positive attitude;
  • Administrative experience with ability to perform computations preferred;
  • Neat and professional appearance;
  • Oral and written English language fluency;
  • Flexibility and adaptability to work under pressure.

    To Apply
  • Please email cover letter and CV to hrapplications@nb.rti.org by 31st March, 2019
  • Applicants must include the POSITION TITLE and COUNTY in the subject line of the email.
  • Please do not attach copies of certificates.
  • We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
  • RTI International does not use agents or require any form of payment in the recruitment process
  • For more information and job application details, see; RTI International - Drivers - Jobs in Kenya

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