Drivers Jobs vacancy at Gold Star Kenya 2019

  • Published date: August 29, 2019
  • Category: Driver
    • Location: Nairobi, Nairobi
  • Jop type:
  • Salary: Ksh Not mentioned
  • Company name: Jobs in Kenya

Job Description

Drivers Jobs vacancy at Gold Star Kenya 2019 


Gold Star Kenya (GSK) was established in 2010 as a local Non-Governmental Organization; GSK was born out of the success of the Gold Star Network, a social franchise program initiative established in 2006 to promote comprehensive quality HIV care amongst a network of private health providers in Kenya.


GSK implements health related projects in Kenya.


We seek qualified candidates for the following position:


Job Title: Driver I


Job Ref: GSK-PD-058


(4 positions)


Reporting to: Administrative Officer


Project: Afya Nyota ya Bonde Project – Rift Valley


Location: Samburu (1), Kajiado (1), Laikipia (1) and Baringo (1)


Job Summary: To provide driving and messenger services to the project. Maintain the project vehicles in a clean and serviceable condition, perform minor preventive maintenance and safety checks on a daily basis and inform the supervisor of discrepancies. The incumbent will be based in Rift Valley region.


Duties and Responsibilities



  • Drive project staff and visitors to meetings and appointments with due caution and courtesy as assigned by the supervisor.

  • Maintains project vehicle in good condition, including cleaning inside and outside of the vehicle and engine check-up, fluid levels and the tires which are to be conducted on a daily basis.

  • Maintains a current driving license for self and advise the Administrative Officer when the project vehicle licenses are due for renewal, appropriate inspections and registrations for vehicles.

  • Runs office errands such as message/equipment deliver, visa applications, picking-up and collecting mail from post office and other errands as assigned by the supervisor.

  • Ensure that the passengers adhere to the traffic rules and regulations e.g. wearing seat belts.

  • Report immediately any traffic accident to the insurance company and to the supervisor.

  • Assists with office tasks, such as photocopying, pick up of supplies etc.

  • Performs any other duties as assigned by the Administrative Officer or Program Officer.


Requirements: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities



  • Knowledge of counties and its surrounding areas where project will have presence, streets neighborhoods, airports and government offices.

  • Skilled and experienced safe driver with valid driver’s license and no history of responsibility for accidents.

  • Ability to lift heavy packages and moves furniture.

  • Ability to maintain vehicles in good condition.

  • Basic knowledge of First Aid.

  • Able to handle multiple tasks efficiently.

  • Able to report to work and maintain time schedule and work extra hours as needed.

  • Willingness and interest in supporting program and goals.

  • Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities in a timely manner with minimal supervision.


Minimum Requirements



  • Secondary school ‘O’ level graduate or equivalent years of relevant experience; plus, a minimum of five years working with a public or private organization operating motor vehicles professionally.

  • Must have a good working knowledge of English with ability to understand spoken and written English well and Kiswahili.

  • Must have a current, valid driving license with an excellent driving record showing no history of responsibility for accidents.

  • Must be in possession of a current and valid certificate of good conduct within the year.

  • Maintains a good awareness of the existing traffic rules and regulations.

  • Good knowledge of the counties and its surrounding areas.

  • Experience driving for a diplomatic mission or NGO is an added advantage

  • Prefer experience with medium-to-large sized international organization.

  • Experience must reflect knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.


How to Apply:


Gold Star Kenya has a competitive compensation package and is an equal opportunity employer.


Interested candidates are encouraged to apply via email to: gskenya-hr@goldstarkenya.org.


Please specify location and quote the Requisition ID provided on the subject line while sending your application, CV/resume including salary requirements, to be received by 1st September 2019.


Kindly note that only shortlisted persons will be contacted.

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