Driver - Central Region - Nyandarua

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 Nyandarua 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

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

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the Food For Education careers portal on HiBob via this link which redirects to the official application platform at food4education1.careers.hibob.com.