Driver - Western Corridor

Role Purpose

To provide safe, reliable, and timely transportation of staff, equipment, and goods to various kitchens, duka and operations sites while supporting day-to-day operational activities. The driver plays a key role in ensuring smooth operations.

Key Responsibilities: 

Vehicle & Transport

• Drive company vehicles to transport staff, clients, equipment, and goods to designated kitchen and operations locations
• Adhere to plan routes and schedule trips to ensure timely arrival, factoring in traffic, road conditions, and weather
• Maintain accurate vehicle logs: mileage, fuel consumption, trips, incidents
• Ensure valid driving license, and company ID at all time
• Maintain confidentiality of company operations and client information

Field Operations Support

• Assist field teams with loading/offloading materials, equipment, and samples
• Support basic ops tasks: setting up, deliveries, pick-ups as instructed
• Run official errands: suppliers, government offices, courier services
• Act as liaison between field team and office – deliver documents, goods, collect letters, relay info etc

Vehicle Maintenance & Safety

• Conduct daily vehicle checks: oil, water, tires, brakes, lights, and report defects immediately
• Ensure vehicle cleanliness, servicing, and insurance/licensing are up to date
• Adhere to all traffic laws and company safety policies. No reckless driving or unauthorized use
• Secure vehicles and goods when parked. Responsible for tools/equipment loaded

Qualifications and Experience

• Valid Kenyan Driving License – Class BCE minimum. 
• Certificate of Good Conduct, not older than 6 months
• Minimum 3 years’ experience driving, with at least 1 year in field operations / logistics
• KCSE Certificate D+ and above
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan road networks, especially the assigned region
• Basic mechanical knowledge – able to change tires, check vehicle fluids, identify faults.
• Defensive driving certificate from AA Kenya, NTSA, or equivalent
• Fire Safety & First Aid certification
• Experience in driving manual 4x4 vehicles on rough terrain
• Basic computer knowledge skills, can operate email 

Key Competencies

• Integrity: Handles company goods and assets responsibly
• Time management: Punctual and reliable for early/late field deployments  
• Communication: Polite with staff, clients, donors and authorities. 
• Reports clearly and effectively
• Situational awareness: Able to handle breakdowns, security issues, bad roads
• Flexibility: Willing to work weekends, public holidays, and travel overnight when needed

What Success Looks Like

• Efficient staff movement and delivery requirements as scheduled
• Timely servicing, vehicle maintenance and repairs
• No traffic or vehicular incidents
• Proper care of the assigned to ensure fair wear and tear