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<p>Social Health Authority (SHA) is hiring Driver I personnel to join their transport department. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified drivers to secure a permanent and pensionable position with one of Kenya’s leading public health organizations.</p> <h2>Position Details</h2> <ul> <li>– <strong>Position Title</strong>: Driver I</li> <li>– <strong>Job Term</strong>: Permanent and Pensionable</li> <li>– <strong>Position Level</strong>: SHA 9</li> <li>– <strong>Number of Positions</strong>: 49</li> </ul> <h2>Competitive Remuneration Package</h2> <ul> <li>– <strong>Basic Salary</strong>: Kes.65,610 x 3,750 – 69,360 x 3,755 – 73,115 x 3,745 -76,860 x 4,260 – 81,120 x 4,255 – 85,375 x 4,260 – 89,635 x 4,260 – 93,895 x 4,755 – 98,650 per annum</li> <li>– <strong>House Allowance</strong>: Kes 24,000 monthly</li> <li>– <strong>Commuter Allowance</strong>: Kes 8,000 monthly</li> </ul> <h2>Minimum Qualifications</h2> <p>Candidates must meet the following requirements:</p> <ul> <li>– Six (6) years cumulative experience, three (3) years of which should have been at the grade of Driver II or comparable position in the public or private sector</li> <li>– KCSE mean grade D (plain) in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education or its equivalent</li> <li>– Valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s)</li> <li>– Passed Occupational Trade Test II for Drivers</li> <li>– Defensive Driving Certificate from a recognized institution</li> <li>– Refresher Driving course lasting not less than one week from a recognized institution</li> <li>– Certificate of Good Conduct (renewable after one (1) year)</li> <li>– Refresher course in First Aid lasting not less than one (1) week</li> <li>– Certificate in computer applications</li> <li>– Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results</li> </ul> <h2>Key Competencies and Skills</h2> <p>The ideal candidate will possess:</p> <ul> <li>– Strong analytical skills for route planning and vehicle assessment</li> <li>– Good communication skills for effective reporting and interaction with staff</li> <li>– Excellent interpersonal skills for professional passenger interaction</li> </ul> <h2>Core Responsibilities</h2> <p>The Driver I will be responsible for:</p> <h3>Vehicle Operation and Maintenance</h3> <ul> <li>– Driving the Authority vehicle as authorized</li> <li>– Carrying out minor mechanical adjustments when necessary</li> <li>– Recognizing and promptly reporting mechanical defaults of the vehicles</li> <li>– Ensuring security and safety of the vehicle on and off the road</li> </ul> <h3>Transport Management</h3> <ul> <li>– Monitoring and reporting expiry of insurance policies for motor vehicles</li> <li>– Overseeing transport management within their scope</li> <li>– Preparing and submitting reports on transport when need arises</li> <li>– Ensuring safety of passengers and/or goods therein</li> </ul> <h2>Application Procedure</h2> <p>Physical applications should be addressed to:</p> <p>The Chairperson<br /> Social Health Authority<br /> P. O Box 30443-00100<br /> Ragati Road<br /> NAIROBI</p> <h2>Required Application Documents</h2> <p>Interested candidates should submit their applications, including:</p> <ul> <li>– A cover letter demonstrating suitability for the position</li> <li>– A detailed curriculum vitae</li> <li>– Copies of academic and professional certificates</li> <li>– Contacts of at least three professional referees</li> </ul> <h2>Chapter Six Compliance Documents</h2> <p>Applicants must satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya by submitting valid and current copies of the following:</p> <ul> <li>– Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations</li> <li>– Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority</li> <li>– Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)</li> <li>– Clearance Certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)</li> <li>– Report from a Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)</li> </ul> <p>SHA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equality. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.</p>

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