KEMRI-RCTP-FACES Locum Drivers Jobs in Suba / Mbita, Rongo, Migori, Nyatike and Kisumu, Kenya

Program Description: Research Care and Training Program (RCTP) is collaboration between the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and University of Washington (UW). 

RCTP leads the Family AIDS Care and Education Services (FACES) program, a comprehensive HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment program working in 140 health facilities in Kisumu, Migori, Homabay and Nairobi Counties in Kenya.
 

We have vacancies for Drivers in Five Sub Counties
 

Position: Locum Drivers
 

Duty Station: Suba / Mbita, Rongo, Migori, Nyatike, and Kisumu.
 

Reports to: District Administrators

Vacancy No: FN-031- 06- 2014
 

These Selected drivers will be asked to report for duty as need arises in the stated sub Counties.
 

Duties and responsibilities

• Safely drive the vehicles as assigned
• Ensure compliance to the road Traffic Act
• Carry out daily routine checks on the vehicle before driving out.
• Ensure maximum security of vehicle and its accessories under his charge.
• Ensure safety of passengers and cargo under his charge.
• Monitor condition and performance of vehicle and promptly report to superiors.
• Carry out minor repairs and adjustments on the vehicle, and maintain their cleanliness.
• Take vehicle for servicing and repairs as directed by the superior.
• Maintain a record of movements for the vehicle assigned to him.
• Submit reports on vehicle movements and mechanical conditions as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• O-Level School Certificate.
• Valid Driving License class BCE
• Certificate of Defensive Driving Course will be added advantage.
• Basic technical knowledge of motor vehicle operations.
• Valid PSV License
• Current Certificate of Good conduct
• At least Three years proven experience as a driver on highways.

Skills and Specifications

• Basic Automotive Mechanical skills and sound knowledge about vehicles.
• Ability to provide quick solutions to problems.
• Good communication skills.
• Good Interpersonal relations.
• Capable of working for long hours and sometimes at odd situations.

Application should include the following:

• Cover letter stating current or previous position of employment with responsibilities
• Clearly state the preferred sub-county applied for
• Current CV with names and telephone contacts of at least 3 referees;
• Copies of academic and professional certificates.
• At least two recommendation letters, preferably from previous employers

Applications must be sent electronically to the email address below followed by hard copies which should be delivered or posted so as to reach the following address by 13th June 2014: 

eMail: hrrctp@kemri-ucsf.org
 

Human Resources Manager
KEMRI – RCTP/ FACES Program
P. O Box 614-40100
Kisumu
 

Please write the Vacancy Number, and Position applied for on the envelope.
 

Note: RCTP or any of its programs, Studies or Projects does not solicit for Money or any form of reward for a Job applicant to be considered for employment. Any such requests should be immediately reported to the HR department. Any job applicant who tries to corrupt our employee during any stage of the staff hiring process will be disqualified.

KEMRI is an equal opportunity employer. 

Women, the Youth, people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.