Driver/Messenger

Job Title: Driver/Messenger
Country: Kenya

Vacancy Description
(Important Note - POSITION OPEN TO KENYA NATIONALS ONLY)

Job Description and required qualifications
Under the supervision of the Administrative Assistant, the incumbent will perform the following functions:

• Maintain, clean and care for organization vehicles and maintain regular checks on vehicles to ensure that they are mechanically sound and in good working order.
• Ensure regular servicing and make timely reports of any problems to the Administrative Assistant; and execute minor repairs.
• Provide transportation in the field and to meetings and other destinations for organization staff and visitors on official business;
• Keep accurate records of deliveries made to other offices in the delivery book;
• Post and collect mail, weighing and affixing correct amount of stamps on letters and packages;
• Perform general clerical duties as may be assigned which may include photocopying and packing supplies for field travel;
• Obtain quotations and make simple purchases on behalf of the office;
• Keeps a log book/diary for use of vehicle including weekly reports on vehicle status;

Education –

• A minimum Secondary School certificate.
• Certification in basic mechanics and maintenance a plus.

Skills and competencies:

• Must possess a valid driving license (Class B, C & E) with 8 years driving experience
• Computer literacy desirable;
• Current certificate of good conduct;
• Must have good knowledge of Nairobi and its environs;
• Ability to conduct oneself in a professional and courteous manner to represent the best interests of the agency

Experience

• No less than 8 years continuous driving experience.
• Experience working in the NGO sector a plus.
• Languages: Proficiency in English and Swahili.

Closing date: 30th September 2013

How to apply
Please send a cover letter and resume; Indicate Vacancy Notice No HRTK/KEN/DM/13/01 in the subject line. Applications not bearing this subject label WILL NOT be considered

Important: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to immediate disqualification.  Late applications will not be considered