Driver Assigned To The Office Of The Vice Chancellor
United States International University-Africa, is a Higher Learning Institution based in Nairobi, Kenya and is the most diverse university in East and Central Africa with about 7,000 students from over 60 nations, and a global network of more than 25,000 alumni. USIU-Africa is the only university in Sub-Saharan Africa whose degree programs are accredited by both the Kenya Government through the Commission for University Education (CUE), and by the American Government through the WASC Senior Colleges and Universities Commission (WSCUC).
In line with our commitment to providing quality, affordable education through world-class service delivery platforms, USIU-Africa is seeking to recruit a suitable and qualified candidate for the following position:
Driver – Assigned to the Office of the Vice Chancellor
Job Summary:
To provide reliable and safe driving services to the Vice Chancellor while ensuring highest standards of confidentiality, integrity, professionalism, responsibility and adherence to all traffic regulations and organizational policies
Key Responsibilities
- Providing reliable and secure driving services to the Vice Chancellor at all times;
- Ensuring proper Maintenance, regular cleaning, safety and security of the assigned vehicle;
- Ensuring compliance and up-to-date records of the assigned vehicle in terms of relevant licenses, warranties and insurance coverage;
- Adhering to all University procedures, traffic rules and road side safety requirements while driving and in the event of any incident or accidents while on duty;
- Liaising with the supervisor to safely drive the Executives to and from official appointments, meetings, airports, and other engagements;
- Stay updated on traffic patterns, routes, and road regulations, and recommend alternative routes when necessary.
- Managing documents deliveries, including confidential documents, to the Chancellor, members of the Board of Trustees and members of the University Council, as directed by the VCs Office;
- Performing any other related or essential duties at the VCs office as may be assigned from time to time.
Qualifications /Educational/Professional/experience)
- Minimum of 5–7 years’ driving experience, with at least 3 years as an executive or corporate driver.
- Valid driving license free from any current endorsements and valid for any of the classes of vehicles which the officer is required to drive;
- Passed the Occupational Trade Test III / II / I for Drivers;
- Defensive driving certificate from Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent from a recognized Institution;
- Must have sufficient knowledge of routes within Nairobi and the country at large
- Diploma in Fleet Management / Motor-vehicle Engineering will be an added advantage;
- Proficiency in Computer Applications;
Personal Attributes & Competencies
- Integrity
- Confidentiality
- Time management
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Good organizational/prioritizing skills with multi-tasking ability from experience of handling a busy office.
- Basic accounting skills
- First Aid Knowledge
- Creative, high initiative and accurate results-oriented with ability to pay attention to detail.
- Knowledge of office management with secretarial background
If you have the requisite qualifications and experience and desire to work as a team member in a modern, progressive, international, and multicultural institution where you can make a difference, please apply indicating in the subject line: ‘Driver – Assigned to the Office of the Vice Chancellor’. Interested applicants must provide a cover letter and a current CV, certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, and addresses of three referees, telephone and e-mail contacts by 5.00pm, Wednesday, October 15, 2025 to:
Director, Human Resource,
United States International University – Africa,
P. O. Box 14634-00800, Nairobi, Kenya
Email: [email protected]
Disclaimer: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
USIU-Africa is an equal opportunity employer
