Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, which has since been amended to Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013. The 1979 Act established KEMRI as a National body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya.

Summary

This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a senior driver.

 Job Specifications

The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:-

• Driving vehicles as authorized;
• Carrying out routine checks on the vehicles;
• Detecting and report malfunctioning of vehicles system;
• Maintain records of vehicles;
• Ensuring security and safety of the vehicle;
• Overseeing safety of the passengers and or goods therein;
• Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle;
• Ensuring adherence to or observations of traffic laws; and
• Reporting any incidents to police and/or the office immediately they occur.

Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade of D+ or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Valid driving license free from any current endorsements and valid for any of the classes of vehicles which the officer is required to drive;
• Passed the Suitability Test for Drivers Grade III;
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya police;
• Proficiency in computer application.