Driver
SNV Kenya seeks to engage a driver to provide driving services for its country office in Nairobi. The driver will support project teams in fieldwork, logistics, and other operational needs. Assignments will be made on a need basis depending on field activities and workload.
Responsibilities
The regular driver shall perform the following duties when engaged:
- Provide safe, timely, and professional transportation services for SNV staff, visitors, and consultants.
- Drive to project sites and field locations, often under different conditions and terrains, while ensuring the safety of all passengers.
- Ensure the assigned vehicle is clean, roadworthy, and well-maintained at all times.
- Conduct routine checks and report any mechanical issues or damage promptly.
- Verify and maintain the validity of the vehicle’s insurance, inspection certificates, and other statutory documents.
- Carry out basic mechanical repairs, refuelling, and other routine servicing tasks as required.
- Accurately maintain the vehicle logbook/work ticket, recording daily mileage, fuel usage, and service history.
- Adhere to SNV policies and procedures as well as code of conduct.
- Undertake office errands, such as deliveries and pick-ups, when requested.
- Report any accidents, incidents, or violations involving the vehicle immediately to the relevant SNV staff.
- Perform any other driving or logistical duties as may be reasonably assigned by the supervisor.
Competencies
- Ability to take responsibility for one’s own actions
- Ability to adapt and work under pressure in changing circumstances and environments
- Ability to embrace and work within diverse teams and cultures
- Solutions oriented team player
Qualifications
Basic Requirements
- KCSE level of education, with a good command of English and Swahili
- Clean driving licence with over 5 years driving experience
- Basic computer skills
- Basic mechanical skills
- Defensive driving an added advantage
Reporting Lines
The driver will report to the SNV Fleet and Protocol Officer.
Additional Information
SNV offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. We offer a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from, and contribute to, an internal global network of experts.
SNV strives to be an inclusive employer, thriving on the diversity of its people and does not discriminate based on disability status, religion, ethnic origin, gender and sexual orientation, etc.
Interested applicants are requested to submit the CV and Cover Letter via the Smart Recruiter through provided link
https://smrtr.io/xnbYL.