For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade D (plain) or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution;
at least two (2) years driving experience;
a valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicle(s) an officer is required to drive;
a First-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week at St. John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized Institution;
a suitability Test for Drivers conducted by the Ministry responsible for transport; and
a valid Clearance Certificate from the National Police Service.
Duties and Responsibilities
driving the vehicle as authorized;
ensuring security and safety of the vehicle, passengers and goods on and off the road;
maintaining daily work ticket;
ensuring routine service and maintenance of the vehicle;
carrying out routine checks on vehicle's cooling, oil, electrical and brake systems and tyre pressure;
detecting and reporting vehicle defects on time;
ensuring vehicle cleanliness;
timely reporting of accidents and follow up on police abstract; and
vehicle inspection and keeping up-to-date insurance documents.