US Embassy Kenya Hiring Driver, Nairobi

Drives couriers and diplomatic bags to and from Nairobi’s airport as required, Act as an expediter; keeps couriers abreast of any airport or visa issues that may arise in Nairobi.

Provides assistance to diplomatic couriers in moving classified pouches through Nairobi Intl Airport. Is responsible for maintenance of Nairobi Regional Diplomatic Courier Hub’s (NRDCH) vehicles.

Major duties and responsibilities

1. Escorts couriers and pouches between the aircraft and embassy.
2. Maintains good rapport with airline security authorities and obtains their assistance, if needed, in order to maintain uninterrupted courier operations through Nairobi when security circumstances change.
3. When acting as an expediter assists in reformulating flight plans and booking tickets when regularly scheduled courier trips are disrupted due to unforeseen circumstances.
4. When required, pays for the transport of diplomatic pouches and is familiar with cargo capacity of different aircraft. Is responsible for the regular maintenance of NRDCH vehicles.
5. Obtains necessary customs clearances for diplomatic cargo arriving at Nairobi International Airport.
6. When crossing international borders is expected to have the correct paperwork including the vehicle paperwork and personal passport in order.

Qualifications and Evaluations

• All candidates must hold a valid Kenyan Driver’s License
• Position requires a total of 3 years’ experience – i.e., 3 years’ experience in driving standard vehicles and commercial trucks; and 2 years clerical and/or airport cargo experience in shipping, transportation or a related field also required (included under the 3 years).
• English- Level 3, speaking, reading, and writing
• Kiswahili- Level 3, speaking, reading, and writing
• General knowledge of mandatory visa requirements for courier travel in East Africa. General knowledge of airlines cargo shipping and customs procedures and Kenyan law.

Skills

1. Maintain a current and valid local driver’s license for large commercial trucks, vans and regular passenger vehicles.
2. Ability to use a computer to include MS-word, Excel, etc.
3. Ability to manage difficult situations and make appropriate loading decisions under pressure.
4. Ability to professionally negotiate with airline agents and airport officials.
5. Must be capable of performing moderately arduous work including lifting of 50 lb. loads and loads of several hundred kilos with mechanical equipment.

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