Driver - Isiolo at Plan International

ABOUT THE ROLE

The driver is responsible of project travel implementation plans, transportation of staff, goods and correspondences as scheduled and approved.
Responsible of fuelling vehicle using an approved fuel voucher/fuel card and keeping updated vehicle log sheet.
Trusted with highest valued assets of the organization – employees’ lives and vehicles themselves.

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND MAIN WORK ACTIVITIES

Transportation (50%)

Safe, efficient, timely and well-coordinated transportation of staff and designated people to all areas as instructed.
Safe, efficient and timely transportation of goods to required points as directed
Ensure that Plan International assets are safeguarded in the vehicle at all the time
Maintain an updated vehicle log book that keeps track of vehicle usage
Provide timely and efficient execution of office errands for smooth operation of project communications and logistics
Maintain, in all circumstances highest level of conduct on the road as well as drive with due care at all times and with consideration for other road users and pedestrians.

Maintenance (30%)

Ensure a well maintained (and clean) vehicle to avoid breakdowns and ensure the comfort of the passengers
Ensure that the vehicle is well equipped with valid first aid kit, working safety belts, fire extinguisher, valid local licences and inspection certificates etc.
Refuel vehicle using an approved fuel voucher/fuel card and keep updated vehicle log sheet
Ensure that the vehicle is safely parked at designated place at the end of each working day not later than 6 pm
Immediate reporting of incidents and accidents involving Plan International vehicles to the immediate supervisor

Compliance 10%

Comply with transport and other corporate policies to ensure efficiency and harmony with other departments/government
Maintain valid driving licence and produce when required
Promotes and abides by Plan International policies and procedures including but not limited to: Safe guarding children and young people Policy; Code of Conduct and the related mandatory reporting responsibilities.

Safeguarding Children and Young People (Safeguarding) and Gender Equality and Inclusion (GEI) (5%)

Understands and puts into practice the responsibilities under Safeguarding and GEI policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), ensuring that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures.
Leads the orientation of programme staff to ensure that they are properly inducted on and understands their role in upholding Plan International’s safeguarding and GEI policies;
Ensures that Plan International’s global policies for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Gender Equality and Inclusion are fully embedded in project design, during implementation and as principles applied in day-to-day work of Programme team;
Ensures that Plan Kenya contributes to Plan International’s global efforts to ensure safeguarding and GEI, including making sure that relevant reporting and data are submitted.

Others (5%)

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Qualifications/ experience essential:

Qualifications/ experience desirable: