Driver at AVSI Foundation

AVSI, created in 1972, is a non-profit organization that carries out development cooperation and humanitarian aid projects throughout the world.

 

Driver

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationKCSE
  • Experience5 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldDriving 

Main tasks and responsibilities
Drives AVSI motor vehicles to complete assigned duties.

  • Cleans and cares for official AVS vehicles.
  • Conducts regular checks of vehicles to ensure that they are mechanically sound and in good working order and reports any problems noted to the Admin Manager.
  • Provides safe transportation to and from field locations, meetings and other destinations for AVSI staff and visitors on official business.
  • Posts and collects mail, weighs, and affixes the correct number of stamps on letters and packages.
  • Adhere to road safety regulations and ensure the well-being of passengers.
  • Transports goods, equipment, and materials to working sites as needed.
  • Ensures the secure loading and unloading of items, taking care to prevent damage.
  • Familiarizes him/herself- with local geography and road conditions.
  • Performs general clerical duties as may be assigned and which may include photocopying and packing supplies for field team travel.
  • Conducts routine maintenance checks on vehicles including checking fuel, oil, and other fluids.
  • Repairs minor mechanical problems on the AVSI motor vehicles after confirming the same with the Logistics Manager.
  • Ensures that the fuel level in each vehicle does not always go below half tank.
  • Maintains effective communication with other staff members.
  • Reports any issues or concerns promptly.
  • Adheres to the Organization’s policies and guidelines related to vehicle use and safety.
  • Ensures compliance with local traffic regulations and legal requirements
  • Maintains accurate records of deliveries made to other offices in the AVSI Africa delivery book.
  • Maintains accurate records of trips, mileage, and fuel consumption.
  • Submits regular reports on vehicle maintenance and usage to the Logistic Manager.

Essential Requirements

  • A minimum of Five (5) years of driving experience (category B, C1 & C) for both
  • manual and automatic vehicles is required, preferably in the NGO sector.
  • Experience in Driving Category A1 and/ A2 is an added advantage
  • Secondary School or equivalent required.
  • Valid Driving License Class B, C1, C is required
  • Defensive Driving Certificate is required

Required skills and experiences

  • Working knowledge of basic motor vehicle mechanics is required.
  • Good working knowledge of driving in Nairobi is required.
  • Good working knowledge of driving in rural areas is an added advantage
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Good knowledge of Kenya rural areas.
  • Strong computer skills, in particular Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook required.

Check how your CV aligns with this job

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to AVSI Foundation on www.avsi.org to apply

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