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Vacancy Announcement
Senior Driver – G3
Grade: G3
Vacancy No.: DC/DAR/GS/2025/06
Job ID: 13428
Department: RO–Africa
Organization Unit: CO–Dar es Salaam
Location: Nairobi
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Contract Duration: 12 months
Publication Date: 11 December 2025
Application Deadline (midnight local time, Dar es Salaam): 24 December 2025
Recruitment Note
Under Article 4.2(e) of the ILO Staff Regulations, recruitment for technical cooperation project posts is conducted through direct selection by the Director-General. Interested and eligible candidates are invited to submit applications online before the deadline.
Eligibility
- ILO internal candidates (per paragraphs 31 and 32 of Annex I of the Staff Regulations)
- External candidates*
General Service positions are subject to local recruitment criteria. Only Kenyan nationals are eligible for appointment.
The ILO encourages applications from qualified women and persons with disabilities. Candidates unable to complete the online form due to a disability may contact: [email protected]
Technical cooperation appointments:
- Do not lead to an ILO career.
- Carry no expectation of renewal or conversion.
- Are issued as a one-year fixed-term contract, with extensions dependent on funding, functional needs, and performance.
Entry Salary (external candidates): KES 1,651,201 per year (Step 1 of the grade).
Introduction
The Government of the Netherlands supports a global partnership involving the Government of the Netherlands, IFC, ILO, UNHCR, UNICEF, and the World Bank. The partnership aims to:
- Strengthen the socio-economic inclusion of forcibly displaced persons.
- Enhance access to education and child protection for vulnerable displaced children.
- Support inclusive socio-economic development that benefits both host communities and displaced populations.
In this context, the ILO is recruiting a Senior Driver to support implementation of the Inclusive Jobs and Education for Host Communities, Refugees, and Other Forcibly Displaced Persons in Kenya – PROSPECTS initiative.
Reporting Lines
Under the overall supervision of the ILO Country Director for Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Burundi (CO–Dar es Salaam), the Senior Driver will report directly to the Chief Technical Advisor for PROSPECTS, based in Nairobi.
Description of Duties
- Provide safe and reliable driving services for project staff, authorized personnel, and visitors.
- Meet officials and visitors at airports and assist with protocol, immigration, customs, and related formalities.
- Collect and deliver official mail, documents, pouches, and other materials.
- Ensure cost-effective vehicle use, maintain accurate daily logs, and prepare vehicle maintenance schedules.
- Conduct daily vehicle maintenance, including minor repairs, major repair arrangements, oil changes, tire checks, brake inspections, washing, and upkeep.
- Ensure availability of complete vehicle documentation and supplies such as insurance, registration, logs, maps, first aid kits, and MOSS-compliant equipment.
- Maintain accurate records of mileage, fuel consumption, servicing, and repairs.
- Follow established procedures in case of road accidents and report accordingly.
- Ensure all required emergency and safety equipment (e.g., first aid kit, fire extinguisher, radios, spare parts) are functional.
- Notify the supervisor of upcoming vehicle registration and insurance renewals.
- Stay informed about local security conditions and advise on alternative routes or precautions.
- Provide clerical support including filing, photocopying, document collection and delivery to ministries, banks, and partners.
- Assist with logistical arrangements (meetings, travel planning, stationery management, and project documentation).
- Perform any other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Education
- Completion of secondary school.
- Valid driving licence.
- Knowledge of driving rules, regulations, and basic vehicle repair.
Experience
- Minimum three years of driving experience with a solid safety record.
- Experience providing clerical/administrative support is an advantage.
Languages
- Excellent command of English and Kiswahili.
Competencies
- Strong knowledge of local traffic regulations and road networks.
- Familiarity with chauffeur protocol and courtesy standards.
- Good understanding of security conditions and risk-awareness practices.
- Ability to maintain accurate vehicle logs and service records.
- Skills in minor vehicle repair and maintenance.
- Ability to operate GPS systems, UHF/VHF radios, and similar communication equipment.
- Knowledge of standard office procedures and ability to use office equipment.
- Basic computer skills for data entry and recordkeeping.
- Polite, professional, and cooperative demeanour.
- Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of vehicle maintenance regulations and defensive driving techniques.
- Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and gender-sensitive environment.
Recruitment Process
All applications must be submitted online via the ILO Jobs website. Detailed instructions are provided within the system.
Fraud Warning
The ILO does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Emails not ending with @ilo.org should be disregarded. The ILO never requests bank account details from applicants.
Candidates assessed as appointable but not selected may be considered for other temporary positions at the same or lower grade, provided they meet the minimum requirements.
The ILO values diversity and strongly encourages applications from women and persons with disabilities.
How to Apply:
To apply for this job please visit jobs.ilo.org.