Terms of Service: Three (3) years, Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration: As per the KRA salary structure
Job Summary
The jobholder shall be responsible for the provision of safe and timely transportation of staff and other authorized passengers, goods and work-related materials as may be authorized and in compliance with the Traffic Act.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Drive Authority’s vehicles as may be assigned/authorised.
- Adhere to the Authority’s transport policies and guidelines, traffic laws and Government regulations to ensure compliance with the management of government vehicles.
- Manage and maintain assigned vehicles through routine checks of oil, water, battery, brakes, tyre pressure, etc.
- Detect and perform minor repairs and report vehicle malfunctions, system vehicle, and arrange for repairs as may be needed.
- Plan the transportation route based on road and traffic conditions and ensure work tickets are authorised.
- Maintain daily cleanliness of the vehicle through performing regular clearing of the assigned vehicle.
- Schedule vehicle service and inspection, and liaise with the relevant authorities/offices to ensure timely servicing and maintenance of the vehicle.
- Ensure security and safety of the vehicle, tools and passengers and or goods therein; and report any incidents to police and/or the office immediately they occur.
- Ensure that vehicle insurance and license (where applicable) are valid.
- Log fuel consumption and maintenance transactions accurately and take good care of the fuel card.
- Perform clerical/ messengerial and routine duties as may be assigned.
For appointment to this position, the candidate must have the following:
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Mean Grade D or equivalent qualification from an accredited and recognised Institution;
- At least five (5) years of driving experience;
- Valid Driving License free from any current endorsements and valid for vehicle classes B/C/D/E, which the officer may be required to drive. Classes A/G will be an added advantage.
- Suitability Trade Test for driver's certificate;
- First-Aid Certificate Course (at least one week’s training) from St. John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognised institution;
- Certificate in Defensive Driving from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognised Institution will be an added advantage.
- Computer Literacy;
- Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the National Police Service.
Key Competencies
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Etiquette, integrity and confidentiality
- Proficiency in computer applications
Job Application Guidelines
Registration:
- Go to https://erecruitment.kra.go.ke/login and then click on the ‘Register’ button to start the application process.
- After registration, you will receive an email enabling you to confirm your email address and complete your registration.
Log on:
- After registration go to https://erecruitment.kra.go.ke/login
- Key in your username and password then click on ‘Log in’ to access your account.
- After successful log in, the system will open the ‘Applicant Cockpit’.
Candidate Profile (To create or update applicant detail):
- On the ‘Applicant Cockpit’ page, go to the tab ‘Candidate Profile’.
- Click on ‘My Profile’ to create and update your profile.
- Follow the instructions to complete your profile.
- The process will end by clicking the tab “Overview and Release”.
- Ensure you click the check box on the page to complete the profile.
Application process:
- To view the open job postings, click on the tab ‘Employment Opportunities’ on the ‘Applicant Cockpit’ page.
- Under the heading ‘Job Search’ click the ‘Start’ button to view all available vacancies.
- Click on the Job posting to display the details of the position.
- To apply for the position, click ‘Apply’ button at the top of the page.
- Follow the instructions to complete and submit your application.
- Kindly note that all mandatory fields must be completed.
- To complete the process of application, click the ‘Send Application Now’ button after reviewing and accepting the ‘Data Privacy Statement’.
In case of any challenges, please send your email query to isupporthr@kra.go.ke
If you experience any delay in receiving an email notification at the end of the e-recruitment registration process, please refresh your email. In case of any challenge, please send your query to isupporthr@kra.go.ke
Kenya Revenue Authority does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, shortlisting, interviewing, and/or offer)
