Driver I Job Kibabii University

KIBU/ADM/06/2024

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

  • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade D+ (Plus) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; 
  • A. valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicle (s) an officer is required to drive;
  • Served in the grade of Driver II Grade AD 3 or a comparable position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
  • Passed the Occupational Trade Test Grade I];
  • Public Service Vehicle,(PSV) certificate;
  • Defensive driving certificate from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
  • A refresher course for drivers lasting not less than one (1) week every three (3) years from  a recognized institution;
  • A valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police;
  • Attended a First Aid Certificate course lasting not less than one (1) week from a recognized institution; and
  • Demonstrated merit and ability in driving and maintenance of vehicles.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Driving a motor vehicle as authorized;
  • Carrying out minor mechanical repairs;
  • Security of the vehicle on and off the road;
  • Safety of passengers and /or goods therein;
  • Maintaining cleanliness of the assigned vehicles and carrying out routine checks on the
  • vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical and brake systems, tire pressure;
  • Carrying out minor repairs including oiling and greasing;
  • Detecting and reporting malfunctioning vehicle systems;
  • Maintenance of work tickets for vehicle assigned;
  • Ensuring the vehicle has the necessary documentation; and
  • Ensuring the vehicle has relevant repair tools and is serviced on time.

How To Apply

Terms and Conditions

In accordance with the Kibabii University Charter and Statutes, successful candidates shall hold office for the period indicated below subject to satisfactory performance in accordance with the terms and conditions of service as approved by the University Council from time to time:

S/No. Position Tenure

  • Professor (Literature) Two-year contract
  • Lecturer, Driver Permanent terms
  • Tutorial Fellow One-year contract
  • Corporation Secretary, Dean of Students, Chief Internal | Five-years contract Auditor, University Librarian, Chief Supply Chain Management Officer

Each application shall be accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae with 3 referees, copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, a national identity card or passport, testimonials, and other relevant supporting documents.

Successful candidates shall be required to submit the following documents:

  • Clearance from the Kenya Revenue Authority;
  • Clearance from the Higher Education Loans Board;
  • Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission;
  • Clearance from a Credit Reference Bureau;
  • Criminal Investigation Department – (Certificate of Good Conduct);

All applications should be clearly marked with the referenced number of the advertised position and submitted as follows:

Six (6) hard Copies; and Electronic scanned copies in PDF format (as one running document) to be sent to the following e-mail Councilrecruitment@kibu.ac.ke by 5 pm EAT Friday 26th January, 2024.

The Six (6) hard Copies must be submitted on or before Friday 26 January 2024 and be addressed to:-

The Vice-Chancellor, Kibabii University,
P.O. Box 1699 – 50200,
Bungoma
OR
Dropped at:
Kibabii University-Main Campus
Administration Registry, Third Floor Room ADA 307