Job Description
ADVERT NO. EXT/33/05/2023 - DRIVER GRADE KW9 (3 POSTS)
Salary scale: Kshs. 23, 070 x 1, 510 -33, 639PM
House allowance: Kshs. 10, 000
Commuter allowance: Kshs. 4,000
Annual leave allowance: Kshs. 1/3 of Basic Salary
Medical Cover: As per the KEWI Medical Scheme
Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
Job Descriptions
The Driver, KW9 reports to the Transport Officer, KW7;
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:
i. Driving a motor vehicle as authorized;
ii. Carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical and
brake systems, tyre pressure, etc;
iii. Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of vehicle systems;
iv. Maintenance of work tickets for vehicles assigned;
v. Ensuring security and safety for the vehicle on and off the road;
vi. Safety of the passengers and/or goods therein;
vii. Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle.
Job Specifications
For appointment to this scale, a candidate must meet the following requirements:
i. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade D plain or its
approved equivalent qualification;
ii. Valid driving license free from any current endorsement (s) for class(es) of
vehicle(s) an officer is required to drive;
iii. Attended a First-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week
at any recognized Institution;
iv. Passed Suitability Test for Driver Grade III;
v. Passed Practical Test for Drivers conducted by the respective Ministry/
Department;
vi. Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police;
vii. At least two (2) years driving experience;
viii. Fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.
In addition to the above requirements, an officer must have the following key personal
attributes and core competencies:
Personal Attributes
i. Integrity and commitment;
ii. Good knowledge in the field of specialization;
iii. Ability to communicate;
iv. Ability to get on well with types of people;
v. Good work attitudes;
vi. Ability to take instructions.
Core Competences
i. Punctuality;
ii. Team playing skills;
iii. Care for resources;
iv. Manual dexterity;
v. Interpersonal skills;
vi. Multi- skilling skills.