JOB PURPOSE

Under the supervision of the Transport Officer, the job holder will provide safe and reliable transportation service to Amref Health Africa in Kenya.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Trip Management

•  Ensure staff and partners reach their destinations safely and on time.
•  Have the vehicle ready in advance for each trip.
•  Be prompt in picking up and dropping off staff and partners.
•  Ensure all necessary tools for the trip are in the vehicle.
•  Maintain a smooth ride by avoiding over-speeding.
•  Complete all trip documentation and obtain required authorizations.
•  Inspect tyre pressure and oil levels before each trip.
•  Adhere to vehicle service schedules.
•  Maintain accurate records of work tickets, including kilometers traveled, fuel consumed, and dates of oil changes.

Vehicle Cleanliness & Maintenance

•  Ensure that the assigned vehicle has all the required licenses
•  Regularly wash the car and keep it tidy.
•  Maintain the vehicle in good working condition.
•  Ensure repairs are done economically and timely.
•  Stay alert to potential mechanical issues.

Passenger Safety

•  Ensure seat belts are functional and all passengers wear them.
•  Adhere to traffic rules at all times.
•  Avoid accidents and report any incidents promptly.

Other Duties

•  Perform any additional duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Experience & Competencies

•  Minimum “O” (Form 4) level of education.
•  Clean driving licence – Class B, C and D1
•  Certificate in basic computer applications.
•  Fluency in oral and written English and Kiswahili with the ability to follow instructions.
•  Driving experience of more than three years preferably in Non-Governmental Organisation
•  Good understanding of different vehicle operations.
•  Good knowledge and conversant with most routes in Kenya.
•  Ability to understand and implement precautions and preventive measures for proper vehicle maintenance.
•  Efficiently manage time to ensure timely transportation.
•  Be flexible and adaptable to changing schedules and needs.
•  Possess excellent interpersonal skills and show respect to others.
•  Be well-organized in managing trips and documentation