NEPHAK Driver / Mechanic Job in Kenya

The National Empowerment Network of People living with HIV/AIDS in Kenya (NEPHAK) is a national network that unites people living with HIV (PLHIV) and those affected by TB and AIDS through community based organizations such as post-test clubs, support groups, men’s associations, carers associations, women groups, youth groups and non-governmental organizations including PLHIV networks.
NEPHAK works in partnership with relevant government departments and structures and civil society organizations to improve community health in Kenya.

NEPHAK is currently looking for qualified professionals to join its management and support team in the implementation of an expanded institutional strengthening and programming initiatives to achieve sustained improvement of community health in Kenya.
The qualified and experienced professionals are being looked for to join NEPHAK team in the following management, programming and support positions:

Driver / Mechanic (to be based at the NEPHAK National Secretariat)

Purpose of Job: Responsible for timely, efficient and safe transportation of authorized persons; conveyance and delivery of effects and goods; maintenance of the assigned vehicle(s) in a clean and mechanically sound condition; and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
Knowledge of mechanics will be added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform driving and mechanical duties as per assigned responsibilities, which include errands within the vicinity of the office location and long distance trips.
• Keep the assigned vehicle/s in good running condition and perform routine daily checks (check oil, water, battery, brakes, tyres, etc.) to ensure that the vehicle is in good working condition.
• Perform pre–trip and post trip inspection of the vehicle and attend to any noted faults and defects.
• Monitor vehicle mileage use and ensure that routine and regular service and maintenance is carried out within required run-times.
• Ensure a functional tool kit, spare tyre, first aid box, reflectors and fire extinguisher are kept in the vehicle at all times.
• Maintain accurate daily vehicle usage logbook/trip sheets, incident and accident reports, vehicle condition reports, fuel consumption reports, and any other reports that are requested from the management.
• Maintain proper work ticket for vehicle usage and log all the trips, daily mileage, fuel consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc.
• Maintain and submit on a monthly basis accurate, up to date records on trip sheets, incident reports, accident reports, vehicle condition reports and any other reports that are requested from the management.
• Ensure that the vehicle insurance policy is always valid and organize with the supervisor for its renewal at least one month in advance of expiry date.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: (The knowledge, skills and abilities may be acquired through a combination of formal schooling, self-education and prior experience or on-the-job-training).

Level of Education: KCSE

Specialized Training / Professional Qualifications:

• Must be a holder of a clean and valid driving license Class ‘ABCE’.
• AA Certificate of competency.
• Certificate of good conduct.
• Government Trade Test III on motor mechanics would be an added advantage

Competencies / Abilities / Skills Required:

• Must have ability to work and relate well with people from diverse backgrounds, and handles people in a firm but highly respectful manner.
• Ability to communicate well in English and Kiswahili and must be able to read and write both languages well.
• Must be a person of unquestionable integrity.
• Ability to read and interpret road signs in English.

Job Experience: At least five (5) years’ relevant work experience driving company vehicle (preferably within the NGO sector) with accident-free record.

Authority / Decision Making: The job is performed in accordance with standard procedures and guidance with occasional need for independent decision.

NEPHAK Working Conditions: The positions involve frequent travel by the jobholder to visit member organizations and project sites and the travel may at times involve exposure to adverse weather conditions and difficult circumstances.
There may be periods that require the jobholder to work odd hours when necessary to meet deadlines or respond to specific situations.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send an Application Letter and CV to
NEPHAK National Secretariat,
3rd Floor, Wood Avenue Court, Wood Avenue,
off Lenana/Argwings Kodhek Roads.
P. O. Box 75654 00200
Nairobi
and/or email: info@nephak.or.ke
by Thursday 16th July 2015.
NEPHAK is an equal opportunity employer.
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.