Drivers
Diocese of Lodwar in pursuit of its vision ‘ A community of God’s People united by the Holy Spirit, dedicationg our lives to Christian Service to fight poverty and disadvantage’ while working in partnership with DFID Trocaire ASAL Resilience Programme in Loima(ARP – Loima) is seeking to recruit qualified persons to fill the following positions.
The ARP – Loima Project is a DFID Trocaire funded project for three – year intervention focussing on building livelihoods’ resilience among pastoralist and agro-pastoralist communities in Karemunyang and Turkwell in Turkwkell Division and Lokiriama, Lorengippi and Namoruputh in Loima Division (Loima District).
(2 posts), ARP-Loima Project and Turkana Trachoma Project
Background to the Role
The position is vital for ensuring that an efficient transport and communication link is maintained for efficient day to day office operations.
Description of Position
To provide reliable and courteous transportation services to the projects with safety a top priority; to provide a communication link between staff and project beneficiaries within their communities; to operate and maintain assigned vehicle(s).
Location: Lodwar with travel throughout Turkana County
Reporting to: Respective Project Coordinator (s)
Date of Issue: 3rd June, 2013
Deadline for Application: 17th June, 2013
Duration: 1 year
Major Duties & Responsibilities:
Drives Diocese of Lodwar (DOL) office vehicles for transport of authorized personnels’ going on field work trips, delivery, collection of mails and documents with a focus on safety and courtesy
Maintaining defensive driving at all times
Ensuring that current and valid insurances for the vehicles are maintained
Performing periodic pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
Responsible for day to day maintainance of the assigned vehicle and all required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, country maps, office directory, first aid kit and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle
Ensuring that periodic scheduled vehicle maintenance is completed and reported to minimize service interruptions
Preparing accident and incident reports as necessary
Documenting staff vehicle usage through a comprehensive mileage summary, submitted monthly
Ensuring safe transportation of staff and cargo according to requests made and daily planning
Assisting the logistics department in cargo packing and dispatch
Being available to run other logistics errands as may be assigned by manager
Qualifications, Attributes and Other Requirements Specific to the Role
Completion of secondary education
Possession of a clean and valid Kenyan driving license of classes B, C and E
Possession of a valid Certificate of Good Conduct
5 years experience (3 years experience in Turkana County or similar environment)
Ability to read, understand and adhere to the rules and regulations as laid out by the Transport Licensing Board of the republic of Kenya, including road signs
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in Turkana, Kiswahili and English
Ability to establish effective professional relationships with partners & co-workers
Ability to recognize vehicle maintenance needs and perform minor repairs
Skilled in reasoning skills to interpret policies and procedures, maps, and route directions
Ability to administer First Aid
Interested candidates meeting the above qualifications are required to submit a covering letter quoting job title and Project Title with their updated Curriculum Vitae, copies of certificates, testimonials and email address/contacts of three referees and day time telephone. Address the Application to: Human Resource Officer, Diocese of Lodwar, P.O. Box 101 – 30500, LODWAR OrEmail:recruitment@dioceseoflodwar.com
The ARP – Loima Project is a DFID Trocaire funded project for three – year intervention focussing on building livelihoods’ resilience among pastoralist and agro-pastoralist communities in Karemunyang and Turkwell in Turkwkell Division and Lokiriama, Lorengippi and Namoruputh in Loima Division (Loima District).
(2 posts), ARP-Loima Project and Turkana Trachoma Project
Background to the Role
The position is vital for ensuring that an efficient transport and communication link is maintained for efficient day to day office operations.
Description of Position
To provide reliable and courteous transportation services to the projects with safety a top priority; to provide a communication link between staff and project beneficiaries within their communities; to operate and maintain assigned vehicle(s).
Location: Lodwar with travel throughout Turkana County
Reporting to: Respective Project Coordinator (s)
Date of Issue: 3rd June, 2013
Deadline for Application: 17th June, 2013
Duration: 1 year
Major Duties & Responsibilities:
Drives Diocese of Lodwar (DOL) office vehicles for transport of authorized personnels’ going on field work trips, delivery, collection of mails and documents with a focus on safety and courtesy
Maintaining defensive driving at all times
Ensuring that current and valid insurances for the vehicles are maintained
Performing periodic pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
Responsible for day to day maintainance of the assigned vehicle and all required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, country maps, office directory, first aid kit and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle
Ensuring that periodic scheduled vehicle maintenance is completed and reported to minimize service interruptions
Preparing accident and incident reports as necessary
Documenting staff vehicle usage through a comprehensive mileage summary, submitted monthly
Ensuring safe transportation of staff and cargo according to requests made and daily planning
Assisting the logistics department in cargo packing and dispatch
Being available to run other logistics errands as may be assigned by manager
Qualifications, Attributes and Other Requirements Specific to the Role
Completion of secondary education
Possession of a clean and valid Kenyan driving license of classes B, C and E
Possession of a valid Certificate of Good Conduct
5 years experience (3 years experience in Turkana County or similar environment)
Ability to read, understand and adhere to the rules and regulations as laid out by the Transport Licensing Board of the republic of Kenya, including road signs
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in Turkana, Kiswahili and English
Ability to establish effective professional relationships with partners & co-workers
Ability to recognize vehicle maintenance needs and perform minor repairs
Skilled in reasoning skills to interpret policies and procedures, maps, and route directions
Ability to administer First Aid
Interested candidates meeting the above qualifications are required to submit a covering letter quoting job title and Project Title with their updated Curriculum Vitae, copies of certificates, testimonials and email address/contacts of three referees and day time telephone. Address the Application to: Human Resource Officer, Diocese of Lodwar, P.O. Box 101 – 30500, LODWAR OrEmail:recruitment@dioceseoflodwar.com
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