EU Kenya Delegation Driver Job Vacancy (KShs 53,523)

The Delegation of the European Union to the Republic of Kenya, Somalia Operations Unit announces the vacant position of a driver based in Nairobi to support the Somalia Operations Unit.

Duties

Providing official transport service to Somalia Operations Unit Staff within Nairobi area and up-country missions

Main responsibilities

• Transport of Somalia Operations Unit Staff and Headquarters visitors to meetings
• Transport of Somalia Operations Unit and visitors to/from airport
• Maintenance and arrange repairs of vehicles
• Delivery of mail to/from implementing partners, UN agencies, EU Member States and other Embassies
• Miscellaneous duties as required by management

Required Qualifications

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education [KCSE]
• Certificate in Driving
• Valid Driving licence
• More than 5 years experience in transport service
• Excellent knowledge of Nairobi and its environs
• Service minded
• Ability to deal with foreign visitors
• Mechanical flair
• Excellent knowledge of English (working knowledge)
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Excellent ability to deal helpfully and courteously with people
• Excellent ability to provide high quality service
• Good capacity to identify a problem and provide solution
• Open flexible personality and good team player
• A high degree of integrity and the ability to deal with confidential information

The position is open to nationals and other residents of Kenya with a valid work permit.

The contract is for a fixed term of one year with the possibility of renewal on annual basis. The initial probationary period is 3 months.

As an indication, the minimum basic salary is 53,523/- Ksh/ month with possibility of higher salary depending on relevant experience and subject to local tax law.

Applications and CV’s of interested candidates should reach the EU Delegation by mail before 28 February 2011 and should be addressed as follows:

The EU Representative,
Delegation of the European Union,
Somalia Operations Unit,
Union House, Ragati Road,
P.O Box 30475, 00100
Nairobi, Kenya

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.