Driver

The Ministry of Health (MoH) is the Government body whose key mandate is to build a progressive, responsive and sustainable healthcare system for accelerated attainment of the highest standard of health to all Kenyans as enshrined in the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

The Ministry is undertaking an elaborate process to digitize its health ecosystem; a key enabler towards realization of Universal Health Coverage; through the Digital Health Agency (DHA), a body established under Part II of the Digital Health Act of 2023; with the mandate to develop, operationalize and maintain a secure, compressive and integrated health system through management of the core digital health systems and infrastructure.

The State Department for Medical Services has entered into an agreement with Safaricom Consortium for Provision of Healthcare Information Technology Digitalization for Universal Healthcare Project and has set up a Project Management Office to oversee the implementation of the project.

The Project seeks to recruit qualified and competent persons to fill vacant positions in the Project Management Office on a two-year contract (renewable) as shown below.

Job Title: Driver

Job Grade: DUH9

Reporting Structure: Project Support Manager

Number of vacancies: 3

Terms of Service: Two (2) years Contract (Renewable)

Work Environment: Office Setting

Employment Type: Full Time

Remuneration: Competitive Package for the Successful Candidate

Job Location: Digital Health Agency Head Quarters

Job Description

As an Office Assistant, you will report to the Project Support Manager and assist with general office duties, including organizing files, maintaining office cleanliness, and handling deliveries. You will ensure proper recordkeeping, support meetings, and manage office supplies.

Your role includes sorting and dispatching documents, keeping an inventory of supplies, and assisting in organizing meetings and workspaces. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are required.

Key Responsibilities

1. Maintaining work tickets for the vehicle assigned;
2. Driving the vehicle as authorized;
3. Maintaining security of the vehicle on and off the road, safety of the passengers including baggage;
4. Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle and submitting reports as required;
5. Carrying out routine checks on the vehicles’ cooling and oil systems,
6. electrical systems, tyre pressure and brakes; and
7. Detecting and repairing minor malfunctioning

Required qualifications, Skills and Experience

1. Have Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade D (Plain) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
2. At least two (2) years driving experience in a reputable organization;
3. Have a valid Driving License free from current endorsements for class(es) of vehicle(s) an officer is required to drive;
4. Passed the suitability test for Drivers Grade III;
5. Attended a First Aid Certificate course lasting not less than one-week at St. John’s Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT)or any other recognized institution.
6. Proficiency in computer Applications;
7. Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the National Police Service;

Timelines and milestones

The contract period is for two years which is renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.