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30 Nov 2023

Driver – 6 Positions at Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA)

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Job Description

Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) is a state corporation under the Ministry of Health established under the KEMSA Act 2013 whose mandate is: Procure, warehouse and distribute drugs and medical supplies for prescribed public health programs, the national strategic stock reserve, prescribed essential health packages and national referral hospitals Establish a network of storage, packaging and distribution facilities for the provision of drugs and medical supplies to health institutions. Enter into partnership with or establish frameworks with County Governments for purposes of providing services in procurement, warehousing, distribution of drugs and medical supplies. Collect information and provide regular reports to the national and county government’s on the status and cost effectiveness of procurement, the distribution and value of prescribed essential medical supplies delivered to health facilities, stock status and on any other aspects of supply system status and performance which may be required by stakeholders. Support County Governments to establish and maintain appropriate supply chain systems for drugs and medical supplies

(REF. KEMSA/HRA/DR/ADM/1/2023)

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Reporting to the Transport Officer, the Driver will be charged with the responsibility of driving the Authority’s staff, stakeholders and medical commodities as shall be assigned from time to time.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Driving as per the route schedule as authorized.
  • Detection and reporting common motor vehicle faults.
  • Liaising with appointed service providers to facilitate motor vehicle maintenance/repairs.
  • Maintaining cleanliness of the assigned vehicles.
  • Maintain/update motor vehicle work ticket for vehicles assigned to him/her.
  • Ensure security and safety of passengers and/or goods and that of the vehicle; both on and off the road.
  • To keep up to date vehicle mileage log and other details as required.
  • Maintain records of vehicle fuel, repair and service costs
  • To follow instructions from the Transport Coordinator or from the officer assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

Suitable candidates should possess the following qualifications:

  • Be in possession of a mean grade of D+ at KCSE.
  • Hands-on driving experience of not less than 3 years.
  • Be in possession of a valid driving license Class B-C-E free from any endorsement.
  • Must have good knowledge on route mapping.
  • Ability to use online route applications
  • Ability to work under minimum supervision.
  • Those with Certificates in First Aid or Occupational Safety and Health will have added advantage.

DESIRED PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

  • Honesty
  • Flexibility
  • Team player
  • Good time management skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively


Method of Application

Submit your CV, copies of relevant documents and Application to : Ag. Chief Executive Officer, Kenya Medical Supplies Authority, 13 Commercial Street Industrial Area, P.O. Box 47715-0010, NAIROBI Attn. Director HR & Administration Closing Date : 20 December. 2023




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