Driver

Job Title:

Driver

Reports To:

Logistics and Procurement Officer

Location:

Kakuma

Classification:

Fulltime

Starting Date:

Immediately

Duration:

1 year

BACKGROUND

IsraAID is an Israel-based non-governmental organization that was founded in 2001 and has since its inception worked in emergency and long-term development settings in over 55 countries. IsraAID mission is to support people affected by humanitarian crises by partnering with local communities around the world to provide urgent aid, assist recovery, and reduce the risk of future disasters.

 

JOB PURPOSE

The purpose of this position is to support the implementation and smooth transportation of all IsraAID activities associated with programs in Kakuma, Kenya. The incumbent will report to the Logistics and Procurement Officer.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensuring the safe driving of the IsraAID vehicle, and the transportation of staff, guests, and assets in accordance with the organization's driver and vehicle safety policy and procedures.
• Ensuring cleaning, proper maintenance, and routine inspection of vehicles in compliance with the Driver’s Handbook and safe driving standards.
• Ensuring the vehicle is fueled on time for trips and proper management of the fuel supply for the vehicle.
• Ensuring that adequate and current information on the destination and routing is gathered before departure.
• Ensuring the vehicle is parked safely and in a secure area.
• Maintaining a vehicle logbook for all movements of the vehicles whilst in use, including mileage, fuel consumption, and maintenance records.
• Reporting any accidents, injuries, vehicle damage, or safety incidents promptly to the Logistics and Procurement Officer.
• Providing assistance in the loading and offloading of vehicles, including relief items, office equipment, or project materials.
• Professional liaison with staff, partners, and beneficiaries during the course of employment, maintaining a positive and courteous demeanor at all times.
• Assisting with inventory checks and ensuring safe transportation of sensitive items or documents.
• Supporting emergency or field operations, including transportation to remote or challenging locations as required.
• Assisting in organizing and coordinating travel schedules for staff and guests, ensuring punctuality and reliability.
• Monitoring vehicle performance and reporting potential issues to ensure minimal operational disruption.
• Participating in driver safety trainings and other capacity-building activities as required by the organization.
• Adhering to organizational policies on confidentiality, respect, and non-discrimination while interacting with staff, beneficiaries, and community members.
• Performing other transport or logistics-related duties as assigned by the Logistics and Procurement Officer to support programme objectives.

 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Possess a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean Grade ‘D’ Plain or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
• Must have proven driving experience and practical automotive mechanical skills, including vehicle troubleshooting, basic repairs and routine maintenance.
• Possess a valid Certificate of good Conduct.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a similar role.
• Previous experience in the humanitarian sector.
• Possess a valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicle(s) the officer is required to drive(preferably B,C1 & C)
• Defensive driving certificate from the Automobile association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent from a recognized institution. (Preferred)
• Clean driving record and safe driving practices.

 

 

SKILLS

• Excellent navigation skills and proficiency in using navigation applications to find delivery locations.
• Time management and organizational skills
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

 

KEY BEHAVIORS

• Ability and willingness to take instructions.
• Honest, diligent and trustworthy
• Flexible and adaptable in terms of time management
• Team player
• Proactive attitude in dealing with unexpected situations

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT AND DEMANDS:

• Minimal Office environment
• Heavy lifting of materials
• Long driving hours

 

LEVEL OF CONTACT WITH CHILDREN:

• Medium contact; Occasional interaction with children.

 

LANGUAGES

• Essential:English and Kiswahili
• Ngturkana an asset

 

COMPLIANCE & ETHICS

• Promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics
• As applicable to the position, maintains a clear understanding of donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards. Conduct work with the highest level of integrity. Communicate these values to staff and to partners and require them to adhere to these values
• Understanding of and commitment to the principles of non-discrimination, local ownership, sustainability, inclusiveness, local partnership, do-no-harm, and apolitical approach; codes of conduct against sexual exploitation and abuse; and against child exploitation and modern slavery.

• Commitment to abide by IsraAID and UN’s codes of conducts and principles
• Commitment to humanitarian principles

How to Apply: Apply on Bamboo

The deadline for applications is 22nd November 2026

ETHICAL STANDARDS

IsraAID has zero tolerance towards any acts of misconduct, sexual exploitation, and abuse. The recruitment process will include all candidates’ declarations and reference checks focused on misconduct and SEA.

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

IsraAID is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status