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About our organization
Institute of Research for Development (IRD) is a French public establishment of research under the supervision of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs and of the Ministry for Research. The IRD is present in numerous developing countries where it fulfils three missions: Research, Training and Expertise on the basis of international cooperation activities with the research institutes of developing countries. IRD emphasizes on interdisciplinary and has focused its research for over 65 years on the relationship between man and its environment, in Africa, Mediterranean, Latin America, Asia and the French tropical overseas territories. Its research, training and innovation activities are intended to contribute to the social, economic and cultural development of southern countries.
About the position
To provide driving and logistics services.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Perform routine driving duties as assigned within and outside Nairobi and neighbouring countries.
Ensure the vehicle has all the assigned documents and insurance as per the Kenyan laws.
Receive official visitors at the airport
Assist visitors with clearing formalities, loading of luggage and drive them to destinations as instructed
Diagnose and rectify minor mechanical effect to the vehicle in use in case of emergency.
Clean and ensure serviceable mechanical condition of the assigned vehicle is carried out as scheduled.
Ensure routine maintenance of the assigned vehicle is carried out as scheduled
Reporting any defects noted in the assigned vehicle immediately to the supervisor
Providing logistics duties to IRD
Record vehicles data on excel table and in the mileage books.
Requirements
Secondary education with a pass in English.
Knowledge of French is an added advantage.
Minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in a similar position
Clean and valid PSV driving licence and knowledge of driving rules and regulations.
Kenyan Citizenship
Certificate of good conduct
Ability to carry out minor repairs
Pleasant demeanour with proven record of maintaining a professional conduct in compliance with road courtesy thus always reflecting a good image of an international organization.
Possess basic mechanical skills
Able to communicate in English and Swahili
Basic computer knowledge in excel and e-mail operation.
Terms of offer
We offer a collegial, diverse and gender-sensitive working environment, and we encourage applications from qualified women. This position is remunerated on national terms. The appointment will be for an initial period of one (1) year, subject to a three (3) months’ probation period.
How to apply
Go to http://worldagroforestry.org/working-for-icraf/vacancies
Applications will be considered until 28 February 2014 and the appointed person will commence work on 01 April 2014. Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.
To learn more about our organizations, please visit our websites: www.worldagroforestry.org and www.ird.fr
Institute of Research for Development (IRD) is a French public establishment of research under the supervision of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs and of the Ministry for Research. The IRD is present in numerous developing countries where it fulfils three missions: Research, Training and Expertise on the basis of international cooperation activities with the research institutes of developing countries. IRD emphasizes on interdisciplinary and has focused its research for over 65 years on the relationship between man and its environment, in Africa, Mediterranean, Latin America, Asia and the French tropical overseas territories. Its research, training and innovation activities are intended to contribute to the social, economic and cultural development of southern countries.
About the position
To provide driving and logistics services.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Perform routine driving duties as assigned within and outside Nairobi and neighbouring countries.
Ensure the vehicle has all the assigned documents and insurance as per the Kenyan laws.
Receive official visitors at the airport
Assist visitors with clearing formalities, loading of luggage and drive them to destinations as instructed
Diagnose and rectify minor mechanical effect to the vehicle in use in case of emergency.
Clean and ensure serviceable mechanical condition of the assigned vehicle is carried out as scheduled.
Ensure routine maintenance of the assigned vehicle is carried out as scheduled
Reporting any defects noted in the assigned vehicle immediately to the supervisor
Providing logistics duties to IRD
Record vehicles data on excel table and in the mileage books.
Requirements
Secondary education with a pass in English.
Knowledge of French is an added advantage.
Minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in a similar position
Clean and valid PSV driving licence and knowledge of driving rules and regulations.
Kenyan Citizenship
Certificate of good conduct
Ability to carry out minor repairs
Pleasant demeanour with proven record of maintaining a professional conduct in compliance with road courtesy thus always reflecting a good image of an international organization.
Possess basic mechanical skills
Able to communicate in English and Swahili
Basic computer knowledge in excel and e-mail operation.
Terms of offer
We offer a collegial, diverse and gender-sensitive working environment, and we encourage applications from qualified women. This position is remunerated on national terms. The appointment will be for an initial period of one (1) year, subject to a three (3) months’ probation period.
How to apply
Go to http://worldagroforestry.org/working-for-icraf/vacancies
Applications will be considered until 28 February 2014 and the appointed person will commence work on 01 April 2014. Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.
To learn more about our organizations, please visit our websites: www.worldagroforestry.org and www.ird.fr
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