Ref: TRD/6/10
CARE International in Kenya is looking for a suitably qualified candidate to fill the position of Tractor Driver within its Emergency and Refugee Operations (ERO) Programme in Dadaab, North Eastern Kenya.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Sanitation Officer at the camp level, the Tractor Driver shall be responsible for the transportation of
garbage, which is stored in skips, from the collection points at the camp level to the land – fill where the skips will be
emptied. The Tractor Driver supervises a team of loaders/solid waste workers.
garbage, which is stored in skips, from the collection points at the camp level to the land – fill where the skips will be
emptied. The Tractor Driver supervises a team of loaders/solid waste workers.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out garbage collection from the collection points to the land fill and dispose as required.
- Perform other transport related duties as assigned which include monitoring of water supply and operations in the boreholes. In addition, he will give administrative support to the Water Supply Officer (WSO) and the plant operation & maintenance staff.
- Maintaining borehole logs for the 6 boreholes
- Supervise the team of loaders and provide training on the job as necessary.
- Participate in community mobilization sessions for effective waste management.
- Daily up keep and regular maintenance of the vehicle allocated.
- Adherence to regulations as spelt out in the traffic act, insurance and CARE policy.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- A current Driving license valid for class BCDE. Those licensed to drive other specialized articulated vehicles will have a definite advantage.
- High school O level Certificate.
- At least three years relevant experience as tractor driver.
- A Grade 1 certificate in Motor vehicle mechanics and relevant experience will be an advantage.
- Possess good technical knowledge and practices.
- Should possess excellent supervision and leadership skills and ability to make quick and sound decisions.
- Must have a good command of English and Kiswahili and able to write clearly in English.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a good team player.
- First Aid certificate would be an asset.
Applications
Qualified candidates are invited to send their application letters together with a detailed C.V with three professional
referees, copies of certificates and testimonials including daytime telephone contacts by 23rd June 2010 to:
referees, copies of certificates and testimonials including daytime telephone contacts by 23rd June 2010 to:
The Human Resources & Development Manager,
CARE International in Kenya,
P.O Box 43864 – 00100, Nairobi
CARE International in Kenya,
P.O Box 43864 – 00100, Nairobi
or Email: Vacancies@care.or.ke.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
CARE is an equal opportunity employer
