World Health Organization Driver – Special Service Agreement Jobs in Kenya
Job Summary
Provide reliable, safe and timely transportation services in support of warehouse operations and logistics activities while ensuring efficient movement of personnel, supplies, equipment and operational materials.
Maintain assigned vehicles in roadworthy condition and ensure compliance with road safety regulations, transport procedures and organizational requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Drive assigned vehicles to transport authorized personnel, supplies, equipment and operational materials.
Support warehouse and logistics operations through collection, delivery and movement of supplies and equipment between warehouses, offices, suppliers and designated locations.
Coordinate transportation activities with logistics personnel and warehouse staff to ensure timely execution of transport assignments.
Conduct routine vehicle inspections including checks on engine oil, coolant, battery, brakes, tyres, lights and other essential components.
Identify and report mechanical defects and coordinate routine servicing and repairs.
Carry out minor vehicle maintenance where appropriate.
Ensure assigned vehicles are clean, secure, properly maintained and equipped with required safety equipment.
Maintain accurate vehicle logbooks and records of trips, mileage, fuel consumption, servicing and repairs.
Ensure safe handling, transportation and delivery of supplies, equipment and operational materials.
Comply with national traffic regulations, road safety standards and organizational vehicle-use procedures.
Report accidents, incidents, vehicle damage and mechanical breakdowns promptly.
Advise supervisors on vehicle maintenance requirements, road conditions and transport challenges affecting logistics operations.
Perform other related duties assigned in support of warehouse and logistics activities.
Qualifications
Completion of Secondary Education.
Valid driving licence appropriate for the class of vehicle to be operated.
Good knowledge of basic vehicle mechanics.
Technical or vocational training in
motor vehicle mechanics or a related field is an added advantage.
Basic computer skills for transport records management and administrative tasks are desirable.
Good working knowledge of English.
Experience
Minimum two (2) years of relevant professional driving experience.
Demonstrated record of safe and responsible driving.
Experience supporting warehouse operations, logistics activities or transportation of supplies and equipment is an added advantage.
Experience driving long distances and navigating routes relevant to the duty station is desirable.
Previous experience with United Nations agencies, international organizations or humanitarian operations is an added advantage.
Key Competencies
Safe and Defensive Driving Practices.
Vehicle Inspection and Preventive Maintenance.
Warehouse and Logistics Support Operations.
Transport Coordination and Route Planning.
Road Safety and Traffic Regulations Compliance.
Basic Mechanical Troubleshooting.
Vehicle Records and Logbook Management.
Supply and Equipment Handling.
Risk Awareness and Incident Reporting.
Communication and Teamwork.
Reliability and Accountability.
Time Management and Organizational Skills.
Integrity and Professional Conduct.
How to apply
For more information and job application details, see; World Health Organization Driver – Special Service Agreement Jobs in Kenya
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