The Council of Governors (CoG) is established under section 19 of the intergovernmental Relations Act 2012 with the mandate to provide a mechanism for consultation amongst County Governments, share information on performance of the counties in execution of their functions, facilitate capacity building for governors, and consider reports from other intergovernmental forums on national and county interests amongst other functions (section 20).
To facilitate better implementation of its mandate, the Council of Governors has an opening for a Driver’s position.
Scope of Assignment
The assignment shall entail:
- Driving the assigned vehicle as authorized.
- Carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical tyre pressure as
- well as brake systems among others.
- Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of the vehicle systems.
- Ensuring the security and safety of the vehicle on and off the road.
- Maintenance of Work Ticket(s) for Vehicle(s) assigned.
- Overseeing safety of the passenger and /or goods therein.
- Maintaining Cleanliness of the vehicle(s).
- Performing any other duty assigned by the supervisor.
Reporting and Supervision
The officer will report to the Head of Administration.
Duration of the assignment
The Contract duration is 3 years renewable annually depending on the performance and
availability of resources.
Required Training and Qualifications
- Have a Kenya Certificate of Mean Grade D Plus or its equivalent.
- Have at least 4 years of active driving experience.
- Have a valid driving license preferably the current Digital, free from any current endorsement and valid for any of the classes of the vehicle which the officer is required to drive.
- Have adequate knowledge of the Highway Code.
- Has passed the Suitability test for Drivers Grade II from State Department of Public works.
- Professional Training with an approved Government Institution.
- Have a certificate of Good Conduct.
- Have a First Aid Certificate from recognized institution.
- Knowledge in Computer applications.
- Have excellent interpersonal, presentation and Communication skills.
- Be fluent in both English and Kiswahili.
- Meet requirements of Chapter 6 of the Kenya Constitution, and
- Be a citizen of Kenya
How to Apply
Interested Candidates should send CV, Cover letter, copy of ID, certificate and testimonials to [email protected] on or before 15th March,2024 and indicate the position that you are applying for in the email subject.
Women are encouraged to apply.