Jobs Opportunity at HIAS Refugee Trust of Kenya for Driver / Messenger 2013
HIAS Refugee Trust of Kenya (HRTK) – Kenya Office
Job Title: Driver / Messenger
Country: Kenya
Important Note: Position open to Kenyan nationals only
Job Description and Required Qualifications
Under the supervision of the Administrative Assistant, the incumbent will perform the following functions:
- Maintain, clean and care for organization vehicles and maintain regular checks on vehicles to ensure that they are mechanically sound and in good working order.
- Ensure regular servicing and make timely reports of any problems to the Administrative Assistant; and execute minor repairs.
- Provide transportation in the field and to meetings and other destinations for organization staff and visitors on official business;
- Keep accurate records of deliveries made to other offices in the delivery book;
- Post and collect mail, weighing and affixing correct amount of stamps on letters and packages;
- Perform general clerical duties as may be assigned which may include photocopying and packing supplies for field travel;
- Obtain quotations and make simple purchases on behalf of the office;
- Keeps a log book/diary for use of vehicle including weekly reports on vehicle status;
Education:
- A minimum Secondary School certificate.
- Certification in basic mechanics and maintenance a plus.
Skills and Competencies:
- Must possess a valid driving license ( Class B,C & E) with 8 years driving experience
- Computer literacy desirable;
- Current certificate of good conduct;
- Must have good knowledge of Nairobi and its environs;
- Ability to conduct oneself in a professional and courteous manner to represent the best interests of the agency
Experience
- No less than 8 years continuous driving experience.
- Experience working in the NGO sector a plus.
Languages: Proficiency in English and Swahili.
Closing Date: 30th September 2013
How to Apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to recruitment@hiasafrica.org
Indicate Vacancy Notice No HRTK/KEN/DM/13/01 in the subject line.
Applications not bearing this subject label will not be considered
Important:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing will lead to immediate disqualification.
Late applications will not be considered