Principal Driver (2 Posts)
Duties and
responsibilities
Drive the county executive vehicles
for official travel and business, or as instructed by the Chief of Staff;
Maintain high standard of service;
Ensure strict punctuality and safe
transport;
Observing the road and traffic laws
and regulations of the Republic of Kenya;
Ensure that safe driving practices are
adhered to including local driving codes and internationally agreed standards;
Ensure that vehicles are kept clean,
tidy and in good working condition at all times;
Ensure that any vehicle in his/her
possession is kept secure at all times;
Ensure that vehicles are given
regular/day-to-day maintenance checks including but not limited to checking
oil, water, battery, brakes, tyres etc;
Ensure that vehicles repairs are
carried out properly to official manufacturers’ specifications’;
Perform minor repairs and arrange for
other repairs, prepare vehicle spare parts inventory;
Prepare and submit vehicle monitoring
report, including records of vehicle operations, maintenance, expenses and
mileage, at end of each month;
Ensure the vehicle insurance and
registration is updated according to schedule;
Person Specifications:
For appointment to this
scale, a candidate must meet the following requirements:
Have a valid driving license;
Possesses over 5 years’ experience
working as an executive driver in a corporate environment in in either private
or Public Sector;
Be in possession of a Defensive
Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its
equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
Attended a refresher course for
drivers lasting not less than one (1) week within three (3) years at Kenya
Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized
institution;)
Must be able to communicate fluently
in English and Kiswahili;
A polite and professional disposition;
Good Vision;
Be in possession of a valid
Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations;
Have shown merit and ability as
reflected in work performance and results;
Good communication and interpersonal
skills;
Ability to handle matters with
integrity and confidentiality
Fulfils the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution
How to Apply
All applicants should submit their applications cover
letter together with copies of their detailed curriculum vitae with names,
address and telephone contacts of three referees. Copies of academic and
professional certificates, testimonials, national identity card or passport and
any other supporting documents should be attached to the application.
Applications should be addressed to:
Secretary/CEO
County Public Service
Board
County Government of
Kiambu
P O Box 2362 – 00900
KIAMBU
NOTE:
ALL applications should be hand
delivered in a sealed envelope, clearly marked on top of the envelope the
position applied for, and dropped in the specific box provided at County Public
Service Board offices, Room 103, First Floor at Thika Sub-County Offices
between 8.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. on weekdays.
Applications should reach the Board on
or before Friday 9th June,2023.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce their
original identity card, academic and professional certificates and submit
clearance from the following institutions:
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
(EACC)
Directorate of Criminal Investigations
(DCI)
Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
County Government of Kiambu is an equal opportunity
employer, women, youth and people living with disability are encouraged to
apply.
The Board and the County Government of Kiambu is committed to Zero Tolerance to
Corruption. We CAUTION applicants and their families not to fall victim of fraudsters
and impersonators who solicit for money with a promise to secure them jobs in
the CountyGovernment.
The Board shall bear no responsibility for any personal loss arising from such
unlawful dealings. Report any of such cases to the Police
