3 Government Drivers wanted

Public Service Commission of Kenya:

Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the positions shown below.

Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications

online through one of the Commission’s websites www.publicservice.go.ke andwww.psckjobs.go.ke OR by completing ONE application form PSC 2 (Revised 2007). 

The form may be downloaded from the Commission’s websites.

Please Note

Candidates should NOT attach any documents to the application form. ALL the details requested in the advertisement should be filled on the form.

Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

The public service commission is committed to availing equal employment opportunities to all kenyans.

Women and people with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.

Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and testimonials during interviews.

Serving officers shall be required to produce the original letter of appointment to their current substantive post during the interview.

Completed application forms should be sent to:

The Secretary
Public Service Commission of Kenya
P. O. Box 30095 – 00100
Nairobi,

so as to reach the Commission on or before 30th May, 2012.

Vacancy in Public Service Commission of Kenya

Driver III 

Three (3) Posts V/No.169/2012
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.8,819 x 438 – Ksh.9,721 p.m.
(Job Group ‘D’)

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade of D plain or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

a valid driving license free from any current endorsement (s) for class(es) of vehicles an officer is required to drive;

attended a First Aid course lasting not less than (1) week at St. John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized institution;

passed Suitability Test for Driver Grade III;

a valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police; and

at least two (2) years driving experience.

Note: Candidates will be required to undergo a practical test for drivers to be conducted by the Commission.

Duties and Responsibilities

This is the entry grade into the driver’s cadre. Duties and responsibilities at this level include;

driving a motor vehicle as authorized;

carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical and brake systems, tyre pressure, etc;

detecting and reporting malfunctioning of vehicle systems;

maintenance of work tickets for vehicles assigned;

ensuring security and safety for the vehicle on and off the road;

safety of the passengers and/or goods therein; and maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle.