KEMRI RCTP Drivers Jobs in Suba / Mbita and Rongo / Uriri Districts

Program Description: Research Care and Training Program (RCTP) is collaboration between the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and University of Washington (UW). 

RCTP leads the Family AIDS Care and Education Services (FACES) program, a comprehensive HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment program working in 100 clinics in Nyanza Province, Kenya.
 

RCTP is seeking motivated, proactive individuals to fill the following positions in the Sustainable East African Research on Community Health (SEARCH) Study. 

SEARCH is a five-year cluster randomized trial to test whether universal ART can improve health, Educational, and economic outcomes. 

We are going to be conducting a household census in 12 communities and annual multi-disease diagnostic health campaigns. 

We will also be supporting ART delivery through FACES clinics.

Job Title: Drivers 

(4 Positions)
 
Reports to: Administration Coordinator
 
Duty Station: Suba / Mbita and Rongo / Uriri Districts
 
Duration: Annual Renewable Contract,
 
Vacancy Number: FN-048-07-2013

Duties and responsibilities

• Safely drive the vehicles as assigned
• Ensure compliance to the road Traffic Act
• Carry out daily routine checks on the vehicle before driving out.
• Ensure maximum security of vehicle and its accessories under his charge.
• Ensure safety of passengers and cargo under his charge.
• Monitor condition and performance of vehicle and promptly report to superiors.
• Carry out minor repairs and adjustments on the vehicle, and maintain their cleanliness.
• Take vehicle for servicing and repairs as directed by the superior.
• Maintain a record of movements for the vehicle assigned to him.
• Submit reports on vehicle movements and mechanical conditions as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• O-Level School Certificate.
• Valid Driving License class BCE
• Certificate of Defensive Driving Course will be added advantage.
• Basic technical knowledge of motor vehicle operations.
• Valid PSV License
• Current Certificate of Good conduct
• Basic facts about the spread of HIV and preventive measures are added advantage.
• At least Three years proven experience as a driver on highways.

Skills and Specifications

• Basic Automotive Mechanical skills and sound knowledge about vehicles.
• Ability to provide quick solutions to problems.
• Good communication skills.
• Good Interpersonal relations.
• Capable of working for long hours and sometimes at odd situations.

Applications must include the following:

• A cover letter stating current work (if applicable), current salary and date available to start work on the project
• A current CV with names and telephone contacts for at least 2 referees
• Copies of academic and professional certificates and copy of the latest pay slip
• At least two recommendation letters, preferably from previous employers

All applications must be sent electronically to the email address below followed by hard copies which should be delivered or posted so as to reach the following address by 12th July 2013: hrrctp@kemri-ucsf.org
 

Human Resources Manager
KEMRI – RCTP/ FACES Program
P. O Box 614-40100
Kisumu
 

Note: Please write the Position and Vacancy Number indicated in the advert on the envelope and in the subject Line for electronic applications.