Driver

Job opening ID71
Number of positions1
Deadline28 Mar-2014
Job CategoryNationally Recruited Staff
DepartmentICRISAT
DesignationDriver - ICRISAT
CountryKenya
Roles and responsibilities• Vehicle maintenance: Ensure that the vehicles are kept tidy, clean and in good working condition.
• Preventive maintenance: Update vehicle services schedule, perform early diagnosis for any defects and arrange for the service/repairs to be done at pre-selected service providers (dealers or garage).
• Driving: Adhere to safe driving practices and maintain a high standard of service whilst observing road traffic laws and regulations.
• Liaise with the service providers to ensure that the vehicles’ service/repair work is satisfactory
• Ensure that all vehicles are insured, booking vehicles for inspection and ensuring that relevant stickers are in place.
• Supplies: Facilitate collection of quotations for farm/office supplies and delivery to field stations
• Protocol Matters: Assist in obtaining visas and re-entry permits for staff and visitors
• Assist in applying for diplomatic identity cards for international staff
• General assistance: Pick up and drop offs for Staff and Visitors.
• Perform town-run errands including delivering official documents.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
Skill set• Completion of Secondary School education. 
• Good command of English
• Hold a clean Driving License
• Provision of a Certificate of Good Conduct 
• Good personal organization, honesty and reliability
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Well-developed driving skills with emphasis on mechanical knowledge, maintenance and safety of vehicles.
• Training in Motor Vehicle Mechanic Grade III is desirable.
• Diagnostic skills to ensure early detection of faults in vehicles.
• Understanding of legal issues relating to motor vehicle operations within East Africa.
• 5 years driving experience, preferably with an international organisation.
Work experience1-2years
AdvertDriver - ICRISAT.pdf
Duty stationNairobi, Kenya
Job SummaryTo provide logistical support to the operations of the Regional Office (ESA).

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