Job Description
ADVERT NO. EXT/30/05/2023 – SENIOR DRIVER GRADE KW 8 (2POSTS)
Salary scale: Kshs. 33, 639 x 1, 770 - 46, 032PM
House allowance: Kshs. 16, 500
Commuter allowance: Kshs. 5,000
Annual leave allowance: Kshs. 1/3 of Basic Salary
Medical Cover: As per the KEWI Medical Scheme
Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
Job Descriptions
The Senior Driver, KW8 reports to the Transport Officer, KW7.
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:
i. Driving a motor vehicle as authorized;
ii. Carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical and
brake systems, tyre pressure, etc;
iii. Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of vehicle systems;
iv. Maintenance of work tickets for vehicles assigned;
v. Ensuring security and safety for the vehicle on and off the road;
vi. Safety of the passengers and/or goods therein;
vii. Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle.
Job Specifications
For appointment to this scale, a candidate must meet the following requirements:
i. Have served in the scale of Driver, KW9 or a comparable and relevant
position in the Public Service for a minimum period of four (4) years;
ii. Have a valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for
classes of vehicle (s) an officer is required to drive;
iii. Have passed Occupational Trade Test III for Drivers;
iv. Be in possession of a Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile
Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognized
Institution;
v. Have attended a First-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one
(1)week at St. John Ambulance or any other recognized Institution;
vi. Have attended a Refresher Course for drivers lasting not less than one (1)
week within every three (3) years at a recognized Institution;
vii. Be in possession of a valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya
Police;
viii. Have shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and
results;
ix. Fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.
In addition to the above requirements, an officer must have the following key personal
attributes and core competencies:
Personal Attributes
i. Integrity and commitment;
ii. Good knowledge in the field of specialization;
iii. Ability to communicate;
iv. Ability to support management and get on well with types of people;
v. Good work attitude;
vi. Ability to follow instructions.
Core Competences
i. Punctuality;
ii. Team playing skills;
iii. Care for resources;
iv. Manual dexterity;
v. Carrying out instructions;
vi. Interpersonal skills.