Public transport plays a crucial role in connecting communities, enhancing trade, and enabling people to move efficiently across regions. Reliable and skilled drivers are central to this sector, ensuring not only the safe movement of passengers but also the smooth operation of transport systems. In recognition of the value of inclusivity and gender diversity in the transport industry, opportunities are being created to empower women in roles traditionally dominated by men.
Modern Coast Bus, A leading transport service provider in East Africa is therefore inviting applications for the position of Female Bus Drivers. There are four (4) slots available for highly skilled, disciplined, and experienced drivers to join its growing team. The organization emphasizes professionalism, safety, and service quality, and is looking for candidates who can uphold these values while serving in a fast-paced and demanding sector.
The available opportunities are designed for individuals with proven track records in handling long-distance buses or heavy-duty commercial vehicles. Applicants are expected to demonstrate technical driving skills, compliance with traffic and safety regulations, and strong interpersonal abilities to manage the daily responsibilities of passenger service.
This advert outlines the responsibilities and requirements for the role of Female Bus Driver, providing detailed guidance for prospective applicants.
Job Title: Female Bus Driver (4 Positions)
Job Location:
East Africa (candidates must be from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, or South Sudan)
Job Purpose:
The Female Bus Driver will be responsible for operating long-distance passenger buses or heavy-duty commercial vehicles safely, efficiently, and in compliance with transport regulations. The role requires adherence to safety procedures, excellent communication skills, and a customer-oriented approach.
Key Responsibilities
The position of Female Bus Driver comes with critical responsibilities. Successful applicants will be required to:
- Safely operate long-distance buses or heavy commercial vehicles, ensuring passengers reach their destinations in a timely and secure manner.
- Adhere strictly to road safety rules, traffic regulations, and company driving policies.
- Perform daily inspections of the vehicle, including checking oil levels, tire pressure, brakes, lights, and other safety equipment before starting any journey.
- Maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of the assigned bus, creating a welcoming environment for passengers.
- Keep accurate and up-to-date driving logs, including work tickets, mileage reports, and incident reports when required.
- Provide courteous and professional service to passengers, responding effectively to inquiries and ensuring comfort throughout the journey.
- Immediately report any mechanical issues, accidents, or safety concerns to the supervisor for timely action.
- Demonstrate the ability to manage challenging road and weather conditions while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor.
- Apply first aid knowledge in emergency situations to assist passengers or colleagues before professional medical help arrives.
- Represent the organization positively, promoting respect and professionalism at all times.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this role, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Hold a valid driving licence with classes ABCE and an NTSA PSV licence.
- Possess a minimum of five (5) years of proven experience in driving long-distance buses or heavy-duty commercial vehicles.
- Present a valid Certificate of Good Conduct.
- Hold a minimum of a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or its equivalent.
- Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with passengers, colleagues, and supervisors.
- Be between 35 and 50 years of age at the time of application.
- Provide three (3) referees, including a recommendation from a previous employer.
- Show working knowledge of first aid procedures, demonstrating readiness to respond to passenger emergencies.
- Be a citizen of one of the East African Community member states (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, or South Sudan).
Professional Attributes
The organization is looking for candidates with:
- A strong sense of responsibility and discipline on the road.
- Commitment to safety and compliance with all traffic regulations.
- Physical and mental fitness required for long-distance travel.
- Ability to handle stress and fatigue management effectively.
- A customer-focused attitude, ensuring respect and courtesy to all passengers.
- High levels of honesty, integrity, and reliability.
Working Conditions
The Female Bus Driver role involves long-distance travel across various East African regions. Candidates should expect:
- Extended working hours depending on travel routes and schedules.
- Diverse road conditions, including urban, rural, and cross-border travel.
- Occasional overnight trips requiring high endurance and adaptability.
- A fast-paced environment with direct interaction with passengers and colleagues.
The organization provides structured schedules, ensuring drivers are rotated to minimize fatigue while maintaining safety standards.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates are invited to prepare a professional resume outlining their experience, qualifications, and references. Applications should clearly demonstrate compliance with all the minimum requirements listed above.
Resumes should be submitted via WhatsApp to the following number:
+254 705 274 172
Shortlisted candidates will undergo interviews, driving tests, and verification of documents, including referees’ recommendations, before final selection.
Audit & Compliance Officer
Job Ad expires on September 26th, 2025
Are you an individual who is self-motivated, controls oriented and creative? Do you have the ability to learn fast and adapt to meet varied deadlines within a pressurised dynamic environment? Are you energetic with a high degree of authority as well as ability to meticulously review work? If yes, a vacancy has risen in the Compliance Department and you are the person we are looking for to take up the position of compliance officer.
The Compliance Officer is responsible for ensuring efficient identification, assessment, measurement, monitoring, reporting and documentation of compliance risk associated with the bank’s business operations. He /She is also required to prioritize and follow up on non-compliance issues to closure. The officer will also have the responsibility to investigate and report on fraud related incidences.
The Role
Specifically, the successful jobholder will be required to:
- Manage compliance risk and provide support to all the business units • Coordinate production, documentation and approval of all compliance programs
- Escalate significant ethical or business practice concerns and work closely with relevant business and staff functions to investigate the concerns and recommend appropriate remedial actions.
- Administer the compliance program and coordinate the business compliance with the local and international regulations.
- Administer the anti-money laundering and KYC policies and procedures. • Prioritize and manage compliance risk and provide support to all business units of the bank
- Ensure strict adherence to all regulations, statutes, standards, practices and all internal processes and procedures as per the relevant manuals and comply with all relevant external legislation and regulations with regard to Compliance requirements.
- Review new and revised product programs and processes.
- Ensure that policies and procedures are compliant with regulatory requirements.
- Proactively identify and monitor changes in the regulatory environment and ensure the bank’s policy framework is updated.
- Identify potential systemic procedural weaknesses in processes and additional training requirements for the Bank.
- Provide compliance training in line business’s assessment of need
- Assist with addressing internal queries (within the Bank) relating to money laundering and compliance matters.
- Ensure that noted lapses or non-compliance issues are efficiently tracked to closure
Skills, Competencies and Experience
The successful candidate will be required to have the following skills and competencies:
- Business/Computer/Information Systems degree or higher
- At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role (audit role will be an added advantage)
- Knowledge of general banking principles
- Demonstrable knowledge in risk assessment and control concepts/methodologies.
- Skilled in negotiation and conflict management to resolve problems that may arise during an audit.
- Excellent oral and written skills; a strong verbal communicator, analytical writer and able to clearly and concisely convey personal observations of processes, risks and controls.
- Excellent analytical ability both qualitative and quantitative to draw sound conclusions coupled with demonstrated knowledge and proper application of sampling techniques.
- attention to details and organizational skills.
- Awareness of regulatory environmental and regulations
- Clear knowledge of bank policies and procedures
- Knowledge of laws and regulations, policies, particularly in relation to Anti Money Laundering and KYC
- Coaching & training skills
- Ability to interpret policies.
- Decision making skills
- Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
- Excellent analytical & risk analysis skills
- Advanced report writing & presentation skills
- Must be willing to travel long distances on assignments
How to Apply
If you are confident that you fit the role and person profile and you are keen to add value to your career, then please forward your application enclosing detailed Curriculum Vitae and copies of your Academic Certificates to HRD@co opbankss.com indicating Compliance Officer by 26th September 2025 Or hand delivery to: –
The Human Resources Manager,
The Co-operative Bank of South Sudan Ltd, Plot Number 7 GIV Juba Market, South Sudan.
