Vacancy For Locum Driver/Daily Worker – Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an independent international medical humanitarian organization providing assistance to people affected by armed conflicts, epidemics, natural or non-natural disasters, or persons excluded from access to health care. The organization has health projects in more than 70 countries.

MSF France has had a significant presence in Kenya since 1996. In Mathare Lavender House Clinic, MSF runs a 24-hour SGBV Clinic for victims of sexual and gender-based violence and an Emergency program that provides pre-hospital care and trauma/medical stabilization. We also have a clinic in Dandora offering youth-friendly services to those between the ages of 10 to 24 years. All our services are free including a toll-free hotline.

MSF France Mathare project is looking to fill the position of a Daily Worker/Locum Driver. The successful candidate reports to the Logistics Supervisor.

The objective of the Position:

Execute the task of transporting goods and authorized people in an MSF vehicle, making sure to respect the technical and safety conditions, the country’s highway code and MSF’s safety rules, in order to provide a service safe, trouble-free and efficient.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• On a daily basis, check the technical condition of the assigned vehicle (condition of tires, oil, fuel, brakes, radio equipment, spare parts, etc.), carry out weekly checks according to the MSF logbook, make the necessary fillings and keep the vehicle clean to ensure that it can be driven in perfect conditions. Make a handover with the following driver when applicable.
• Ensure the safety of the passengers in the vehicle, drive carefully, observe the speed limits and driving rules of Kenya and the safety rules of MSF, in order to avoid car accidents.
• Ensure that all passengers have the necessary documents before setting off and ensure that non-MSF personnel sign the appropriate liability waivers before using the vehicle.
• Ensure the correct loading and unloading of the vehicle and in particular, deliver the documents to the recipient of the goods, check the status of the delivered goods, return the duly completed documents to the logistics services, ensure that the goods are accompanied by the necessary documents.
• Ensure that all vehicle documents and the driver’s license are valid and are in the vehicle.
• Ensure that the vehicle is still in good condition following the instructions and guidelines in the logbook.
• Know how to use all types of radio, call numbers and radio alphabet and communicate with the base according to MSF communication policies in order to inform of the location of the driver and the possible implications.
• Know and respect the safety rules relating to the movement of vehicles, and particularly those concerning customs, checkpoints and roadblocks. Ensure that all passengers know and follow the safety rules.
• Inform the line manager of any incident relating to the transport of passengers or goods.
• Perform Bi-weekly checks of the vehicle at the assigned MSF premise as per MSF Logbooks
• Participate on Job trainings organized by Joint Mechanical workshop.
• Cleaning/washing of the assigned vehicle.

Requirements:

Education

Essential: High School Certificate and relevant training and skills

Must possess a valid Kenyan driving license – Class B,C,E

Desirable: Defensive driving certificate from Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution. Adequate knowledge of traffic rules and guidelines.

Experience

At least 2 years of driving experience with reputable Organizations/Institutions and preferably with MSF/other NGOs (I) or Hospitals.

Desirable: Experience with the vehicles to be used (4X4, Landcruiser’s, HiAce van etc.) Knowledge of basic mechanics and use of VHF and HF radio.

Languages

Fluent in written and spoken English and Swahili

Competencies

• Good knowledge of Nairobi environment and the larger Eastlands area.
• Good Communication skills, punctuality, reliability and flexibility to work long hours, during weekends and on public holidays when required. Team player with a Humanitarian spirit.

Applicants MUST be Kenyan nationals and have the necessary statutory documents (ID, NSSF, NHIF, and a PIN certificate).