Posted: 2026-10-05 16:01:00  Deadline: October 16, 2026   Contract   Salary: Confidential

The Youth Agenda (YAA) is inviting applications for the position of Driver. The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya and is offered on a contract basis.

Position Details

Position: Driver.
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya.
Reports to: Administration and Procurement Officer.
Employment Type: Contract.

Position Summary

Provide safe, timely, and professional transportation services for the organisation.
Support field activities and other organizational operations.
Ensure the proper maintenance and safe operation of the assigned vehicle.
Maintain accurate vehicle records and comply with all applicable traffic and road safety requirements.
Have a clean driving record, good knowledge of Nairobi and other parts of Kenya, and demonstrated experience driving a manual vehicle.

Responsibilities

Safely transport YAA staff and other authorized persons to meetings, programme activities, field engagements, and other destinations as assigned.
Drive organizational vehicles responsibly and in accordance with Kenyan traffic laws and road safety regulations.
Conduct routine checks of the vehicle before use and promptly report mechanical, safety, or other faults.
Ensure that the assigned vehicle is kept clean, secure, and in good working condition.
Maintain accurate vehicle logbooks and records of journeys, mileage, fuel consumption, and other relevant information.
Monitor fuel levels and support timely refuelling of the vehicle as required.
Ensure that vehicle documentation, including insurance, inspection, and other statutory requirements, remains valid and report upcoming renewals to the supervisor.
Coordinate and follow up on routine vehicle servicing and maintenance as directed.
Report accidents, incidents, mechanical problems, or other issues involving the vehicle immediately to the supervisor.
Perform any other duties related to transportation and logistics as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience

KCSE certificate or equivalent qualification.
Valid Kenyan driving licence, Class B, with authorization to drive the vehicle assigned by YAA.
At least five (5) years of active driving experience.
Demonstrated experience driving a manual vehicle.
Valid Certificate of Good Conduct.
Possession of certificate of defensive driving is an added advantage.
Clean and responsible driving record.
Good knowledge of Nairobi and major roads and routes in Kenya.
Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and the ability to identify and report common mechanical or safety issues.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Application Requirements

Current CV.
Cover letter demonstrating suitability for the position.
Copy of valid driving licence.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their applications by October 16, 2026, with the subject referring to the position title.

Email: recruitment@youthagenda.org

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The Youth Agenda (YAA) reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a suitable candidate has been identified.

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