Driver

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:               Driver I

Job Profile:           BSPT30053

Reports To:           Administrative & Procurement Officer

Location:               Nairobi, Kenya

Project:                 STRIDES

The STRengthening Infectious disease DEtection Systems (STRIDES) Activity builds upon the USG’s GHS and other global health investments in partner countries to strengthen diagnostic networks and surveillance capabilities. Through STRIDES, the United States extends its support for life-saving activities to partner countries to address the urgent need to improve infectious disease detection, surveillance, and data systems for prioritized diseases which have public health risks for outbreaks, in addition to providing emergency response support in the event of an outbreak. By strengthening a country’s detection systems and driving them to meet international quality and safety standards, the USG helps to achieve the goal of halting outbreaks before they spread by supporting human and animal health systems to provide quality, sustainable services. Through STRIDES, the United States advances cross-sectoral efforts to successfully identify, manage, and respond to infectious disease threats; detect and prevent further outbreaks; and instill confidence and trust in a country’s disease detection and surveillance structures and services.

STRIDES is led by FHI 360 and draws upon partners. The project is a critical addition to the U.S. government’s GHS response with its focus on improving disease detection, surveillance, data collection, analysis, and reporting systems worldwide. Too many inadequate surveillance and diagnostic systems in countries hinders their ability to rapidly and effectively prevent, detect, report, and respond to the ever-increasing threat from epidemics, pandemics, and novel infectious diseases posing risk to U.S. national security. Through STRIDES, by strengthening surveillance, detection, and reporting systems and driving them to meet international quality and safety standards, the United States will help achieve the ultimate goal of halting outbreaks before they spread by supporting human and animal health systems to provide quality, sustainable services.

JOB SUMMARY:

To provide driving and messenger services to the STRIDES project in Kenya. Maintain the project vehicles in a clean and serviceable condition, perform minor preventive maintenance and safety checks on a daily basis and inform the supervisor of discrepancies. The incumbent will be based in Nairobi County offering support to counties where the project will be implemented in Kenya.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive project staff and visitors to meetings, appointments and field work with due caution and courtesy as assigned by the supervisor.
• Assist with picking up and delivering project supplies as delegated.
• Maintains project vehicle in good condition, including cleaning inside and outside of the vehicle and engine check-up, fluid levels and the tires which are to be conducted on a daily basis.
• Maintains a current driving license for self and advise the Administrative Officer when the project vehicle licenses are due for renewal, appropriate inspections and registrations for vehicles.
• Runs office errands such as message/equipment delivery, visa applications, picking up and collecting mail from post office/courier services and other errands as assigned by the supervisor.
• Ensure that the passengers adhere to the traffic rules and regulations e.g., wearing seat belts.
• Report immediately any traffic accident to the insurance company and to the supervisor.
• Assists with office tasks, such as photocopying, pick up of supplies etc.
• Performs any other duties as assigned by the Project Director or Administrative Officer.

REQUIREMENTS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of counties and its surrounding areas where STRIDES project will have presence, streets neighborhoods, airports and government offices.
• Skilled and experienced safe driver with valid driver’s license and no history of responsibility for accidents.
• Ability to lift heavy packages and moves furniture.
• Ability to maintain vehicles in good condition.
• Basic knowledge of First Aid.
• Able to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Able to report to work and maintain time schedule and work extra hours as needed.
• Willingness and interest in supporting STRIDES programs and goals.
• Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities in a timely manner with minimal supervision.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS STANDARDS:

• Secondary school ‘O’ level graduate or relevant vocational training certification with 3 plus of relevant experience; plus, a minimum of five years working with a public or private organization, professionally operating motor vehicles specifically four-wheel Landcruiser, etc.. 5 years of experience preferred.
• Must have a good working knowledge of English with ability to understand both spoken and written English and Kiswahili.
• Must have a current, valid driving license with  no history of responsibility for accidents.
• Must be in possession of a current and valid certificate of good conduct within the year.
• Maintains a good awareness of the existing traffic rules and regulations under NTSA.
• Must have undertaken an eye test with certification.
• Good knowledge of the counties and its surrounding areas.
• Experience driving for a diplomatic mission or NGO is an added advantage
• Prefer experience with medium-to-large sized international organization.
• Experience must reflect knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

The expected hiring salary range for this role is KES 850,000 to 1,100,000 annually for basic salary. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, market pay,  and budget.

This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

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