Location: Nairobi.

Our client Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Urban Water Advisor (hereinafter referred to as the Advisor) is seeking a capable and enthusiastic Driver.

Duties and key responsibilities:

• Drive the assigned motor vehicle and carry authorized passengers in a road worthy vehicle maintained up to the established security standard.
• The driver will be responsible for safe loading and unloading of goods into the motor vehicle.
• Regulate the radio, heating, lighting, and ventilation system while ensuring security and safety for passenger comfort.
• Undertake routine and preventive maintenance of motor vehicle by checking and topping up the level of petrol, oil, water, battery, and tire pressure before operating the motor vehicle.
• Regularly clean and polish the vehicle, change tires as well as make minor repairs and adjustments.
• Perform miscellaneous errands such as paying bills, registered letters for postage, collecting and delivery of mail and other items as shall be directed by the office of the Advisor.
• Maintain records of the motor vehicle daily activity-showing journey, mileage, petrol, oil, and account for all journeys made.
• Observe traffic and safety precautions to prevent accidents and to avoid traffic violations and in addition undertake first aid in case of injuries.
• Report any accident or driving incident, even minor incident to the JICA Advisor as quickly as possible and complete necessary reports.
• Report motor vehicle accident to the traffic police and obtain police abstract report and complete insurance report form in conformance to traffic rules and regulations.
• Implement periodic preventive maintenance by taking motor vehicle for major repairs in accordance with planned schedule or instructions.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Advisor.  

Desirable Skills and Qualifications:

• High School education or higher.
• Valid Kenyan driving license of minimum category B.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle mechanics.
• More than 10 years’ experience in driving in companies or organizations.
• More than 5 years’ experience in international organizations.
• Warm personality with strong communication skills.
• Ability to communicate in English language.