LOCATION:
Nairobi Kenya
CONTRACT DURATION:
One Year with possibility of renewal
START DATE:
Immediately
SALARY GRADE:
According to SIF’S national staff salary scale
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Logistics Manager, the Driver/Office Assistant will provide transport to SIF Staff and goods with respect to SIF Policy and Kenya road regulation. You will also be required to take Office errands as directed by Logs Manager/designate
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITY:
• When transporting SIF employees or goods, respect the country’s circulation rules and follow the logistic planning and instructions.
• Ensure all passengers (staff and expatriates, visitors…) put their safety belt.
• In case of an accident, immediately get in touch with the closest police station and duly inform the logistics department;
• Follow the instructions of the manufacturer and the SIF rules when using the vehicle;
• Adhere to SIF security rules and regulations of the Vehicle.
• Solve minor technical problems.
• Ensure that the vehicle is kept clean and tidy all the time and in good working condition.
• Pick up and park a SIF car from the indoor parking spaces allocated every time the car needs to be used and/or is returning from the field.
• Report to the logistics department for any major repairs to be carried out;
• Ensure that the security tool box and first aid kit are complete and on board always.
• Ensure the fuel tank is always half full.
• Keep track of timely car insurance renewals
• Inspect and prepare the vehicle the day before departure so as to be on time;
• Prepare additional equipment to be brought along according to needs (fuel, stickers, flags, tools, medical kit).
• Ensure the good loading and unloading of the car and tight the goods in an appropriate way.
• Know the city plan, especially SIF staff houses, NGOs offices, UN offices … and relevant partners’ offices.
• Ensure that non SIF Staff sign the waiver form, when onboard SIF Vehicle all the time before the journey.
• Ensure timely replenishment of the Office Stock.
• Adhere to and ensure the team under her/his responsibility follows SIF administrative and logistical regulations and procedures.
• Manage SIF stock and facilitate replenishment when needed.
• Support in procurement of the Office supplies by following up on deliveries, Raise RFQ’s and SPO’s then share with the local vendors.
REQUIREMENTS:
• At least 5 years of driving experience.
• A good knowledge on Nairobi roads connection network.
• At least secondary school certificate of education.
• A valid Kenyan driving license.
• Recent certificate from the criminal investigation department.
• Strong written/spoken communication skills in English essential.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft office
• Previous experience in working with an INGO.
• A commitment to SIF’s mission and values.
APPLICATION:
Please submit your application (CV, cover letter, 3 references).
(Please use word or PDF format) not later than
Thursday 26, Nov 2020
.
The position title (
Driver & Office Assistant
) should be indicated on the subject line.
SIF is an equal opportunity employer; females are encouraged to apply. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Under the supervision of the Logistics Manager, the Driver/Office Assistant will provide transport to SIF Staff and goods with respect to SIF Policy and Kenya road regulation.
