This role at Light for the World Kenya is a dual responsibility encompassing safe, reliable, and efficient transportation services alongside serving as the Safety & Security Focal Point (SFP). This position is critical for supporting programmatic and operational activities, ensuring effective vehicle and asset management, implementing organizational safety and security systems in line with Minimum Operating Safety & Security Standards (MOSS), mitigating risks, and coordinating safety measures to protect staff, assets, and operations.
Key Responsibilities
Transportation
- Safely transport staff, visitors, beneficiaries, and organizational materials to project sites, meetings, and events.
- Plan and follow efficient routes while adapting to changing schedules and priorities.
- Assist with loading, unloading, delivery, setup, and dismantling of equipment and materials.
- Ensure passenger safety, confidentiality, and professionalism at all times.
- Respond appropriately to emergencies, accidents, or vehicle breakdowns.
Vehicle & Asset Management
- Maintain assigned vehicles in good working condition through regular inspection, cleaning, and servicing.
- Keep accurate records of vehicle usage, mileage, fuel consumption, servicing, and maintenance.
- Ensure security of vehicles, passengers, cargo, and organizational assets.
- Maintain vehicle safety equipment, including first aid kits, fire extinguishers, and communication tools.
- Track and document assets and equipment transported.
Safety & Security Focal Point (SFP)
- Update and maintain the Country Safety & Security Plan and MOSS documentation annually or as required.
- Provide safety and security advice during project planning, staff travel, and risk assessments.
- Support development of contingency and emergency response plans.
- Provide support during incident management and participate in Incident Management Teams when required.
- Engage with local security networks and partners and disseminate relevant updates to staff.
- Oversee maintenance of security infrastructure and equipment (e.g., CCTV, alarms, security lighting, guards).
- Coordinate staff participation in safety and security training and maintain training records.
- Liaise with third-party security service providers.
- Participate in Safety & Security Focal Point and Security Management training.
- Collaborate with the Global Safety & Security Officer as required.
Professional Conduct
- Act as a professional representative of Light for the World, demonstrating integrity, respect, and cultural sensitivity.
- Comply with organizational policies, codes of conduct, and safeguarding requirements.
- Participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Kenyan Citizen
- KCSE mean grade D (Plain) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
- Valid driving license (free from current endorsements for required vehicle classes)
- Minimum five (5) years of relevant driving experience, especially with NGOs
- Served as Driver III for at least three (3) years or equivalent experience
- Passed Occupational Trade Test III for Drivers
- Valid Certificate of Good Conduct
- Defensive Driving Certificate from AA Kenya or equivalent
- Refresher driving course (minimum one week) within the last three years from KIHBT or a recognized institution
- Valid First Aid Certificate (minimum one week) from St. John Ambulance, KIHBT, or equivalent (Desired)
- Clean driving record with proven safe driving practices.
- Good understanding of Emergency Respond Systems
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent driving and defensive driving skills
- Strong knowledge of traffic laws and safety regulations
- Good navigation and route-planning skills (including GPS applications)
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work flexible hours and travel long distances
- Proactive problem-solving and adaptability
- High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism
