Job Description
DRIVER – ICTA 9 (1 Position)
Job Purpose
Drivers are responsible for ensuring that all vehicles are maintained in good order to
ensure smooth mobility of employees of the Service.
(a) Job Specifications
This is the entry grade for this Cadre. Duties and responsibilities at this level will
entail:
(i) Maintaining work tickets for the vehicle assigned;
(ii) Driving the vehicle as authorized;
(iii) Maintaining security of the vehicle on and off the road, safety of the
passengers including baggage;
(iv) Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle and submitting reports as required;
(iv) Carrying out routine checks on the vehicles’ cooling and oil systems,
electrical systems, tyre pressure and brakes; and
(vi) Detecting and repairing minor malfunctioning.
(b)Job and Personal Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:
(i) Have Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade D (Plain) or its
equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
(ii) Have four (4) years driving experience in a reputable organization;
(iii) Have a current Driving License free from current endorsements and valid for
any of the classes of vehicles which the candidate is required to drive;
(iv) Have attended a First Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one week at
St. John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technology
(KIHBT) or any other recognized institution;
(v) Be in possession of a valid certificate of Good Conduct from the National
Police Service;
(vi) Have passed the suitability test for Drivers;
(vii) Have passed Occupational Trade Test III for drivers;
(vii) Have good interpersonal and communications skills;
(ix) Have knowledge of computer operations;
(x) Meets the provisions of Chapter six of the Constitution; and
(xi) Be of proven integrity, transparency and accountability.
( c) Competencies and Skills
(i) Communication;
(ii) Interpersonal Skills;
(ii) Time management;
(iv) Focus on Service delivery;
(v) Professional Skills;
(vi) Analytical Skills;
(vi) Disciplined; and
(viii) Ability to work under pressure