Driver - Western Corridor - Siaya at Food For Education

Role Purpose

To provide safe, reliable, and timely transportation of staff, equipment, and goods to various kitchens, duka and operations sites while supporting day-to-day operational activities. The driver plays a key role in ensuring smooth operations.

Key Responsibilities

Vehicle & Transport

Drive company vehicles to transport staff, clients, equipment, and goods to designated kitchen and operations locations

Adhere to plan routes and schedule trips to ensure timely arrival, factoring in traffic, road conditions, and weather

• Maintain accurate vehicle logs: mileage, fuel consumption, trips, incidents

Ensure valid driving license, and company ID at all time

Maintain confidentiality of company operations and client information

Field Operations Support

Assist field teams with loading/offloading materials, equipment, and samples

• Support basic ops tasks: setting up, deliveries, pick-ups as instructed

• Run official errands: suppliers, government offices, courier services

Act as liaison between field team and office - deliver documents, goods, collect letters, relay info etc

Vehicle Maintenance & Safety

• Conduct daily vehicle checks: oil, water, tires, brakes, lights, and report defects immediately

Ensure vehicle cleanliness, servicing, and insurance/licensing are up to date

Adhere to all traffic laws and company safety policies. No reckless driving or unauthorized use

Secure vehicles and goods when parked. Responsible for tools/equipment loaded

Qualifications and Experience

Valid Kenyan Driving License - Class BCE minimum.

Certificate of Good Conduct, not older than 6 months

Minimum 3 years' experience driving, with at least 1 year in field operations / logistics

KCSE Certificate D+ and above

Strong knowledge of Kenyan road networks, especially the assigned region

Basic mechanical knowledge - able to change tires, check vehicle fluids, identify faults.

Defensive driving certificate from AA Kenya, NTSA, or equivalent

Fire Safety & First Aid certification

Experience in driving manual 4x4 vehicles on rough terrain

Basic computer knowledge skills, can operate email

Key Competencies

• Integrity: Handles company goods and assets responsibly

• Time management: Punctual and reliable for early/late field deployments

• Communication: Polite with staff, clients, donors and authorities.

Reports clearly and effectively

• Situational awareness: Able to handle breakdowns, security issues, bad roads

• Flexibility: Willing to work weekends, public holidays, and travel overnight when needed

What Success Looks Like

Efficient staff movement and delivery requirements as scheduled

Timely servicing, vehicle maintenance and repairs

No traffic or vehicular incidents

Proper care of the assigned to ensure fair wear and tear