Drivers

World Vision Kenya is seeking a Driver based in Mwala, Kenya, to provide safe and reliable transportation and logistical support for program staff, visitors, donors, and field activities. This position is open to local residents of Machakos County and focuses on safe fleet operations, vehicle maintenance, reporting, and staff facilitation.

Key Job Information

• Job Title: Driver (Open to Local Residents of Machakos County)
• Location: Mwala, Kenya
• Employment Type: Local – Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)
• Applicant Type: Local Applicants Only
• Job Requisition ID: JR52923
• Application Deadline: October 16, 2026

About World Vision

World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organization with 75 years of experience focused on helping vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. The organization works with more than 31,000 staff across nearly 100 countries and is inspired by its Christian faith.

World Vision Kenya requires successful applicants to affirm its core documents, observe conduct compatible with Christian principles, maintain high professional ethics, and respect cultural sensitivities. Regular attendance at team and office devotions, chapel, and prayer gatherings is expected in accordance with applicable policies.

About the Role

The Driver will facilitate transportation for World Vision Kenya program staff and official visitors while ensuring the organization’s fleet remains safe, properly maintained, and economical to operate. The role also supports field activities, administrative services, reporting, community mobilization, and other official duties.

Key Responsibilities

Staff Facilitation and Transportation

• Provide timely transportation for staff to and from work and other official duties.
• Ensure the safety of staff and vehicles during journeys.
• Facilitate transportation for staff, visitors, and donors to and from field locations.
• Mobilize additional vehicles and drivers for major donor visits, campaigns, evaluations, and baseline activities.
• Work with relevant staff to plan and coordinate field transportation services.

Vehicle Care and Maintenance

• Maintain vehicle cleanliness at all times.
• Keep the vehicle movement logbook accurate and up to date.
• Check the mechanical and operational condition of the vehicle.
• Ensure the vehicle is serviced at the required intervals.
• Check that all vehicle tools are available and intact.
• Undertake minor repairs and recommend major repairs when required.
• Park vehicles in recommended World Vision Kenya parking areas.
• Obtain required permission to use vehicles in accordance with established policies.
• Obey traffic laws and maintain maximum care of the vehicle.
• Report vehicle malfunctions to the fleet office and initiate procurement processes for repairs and maintenance.
• Submit spare keys to Fleet Management for safe custody and surrender vehicle keys to respective supervisors at the end of each trip.

Reporting and Administration

• Prepare monthly and other vehicle reports and file approved copies.
• Forward invoices and fuel returns to Fleet Management for payment processing.
• Submit detailed accident reports for insurance claim processing when required.
• Facilitate delivery of parcels and mail.
• Work with the Administration department and service providers to support quality services.
• Support community mobilization activities.
• Act as a bank agent for bank transactions.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• KCSE Certificate.
• Minimum 3 years of driving experience with Class C1, C, CE, D3, or CD under the new driving classification.
• Basic knowledge of motor vehicle maintenance.
• Computer literacy certificate.
• Reference letter from the applicant’s local chief.
• Must be a local resident of Machakos County.

Additional Qualifications

• First Aid and other safety certification is an added advantage.
• Basic defensive driving certification is an added advantage.
• Prior experience working in an NGO setup is an added advantage.

Required Application Documents

Applicants must attach the following documents with their application:

• CV
• Copy of ID – both sides
• Valid Driver’s License
• Reference letter from the local chief

How to Apply

Interested local applicants should apply for the Driver position in accordance with World Vision Kenya’s recruitment process. The application deadline is October 16, 2026. The job requisition ID is JR52923.

World Vision Kenya does not outsource its recruitment process to organizations or agencies claiming to recruit on its behalf through websites, email messages, newsletters, or other correspondence. World Vision Kenya does not solicit money for recruitment activities, including shortlisting, interviews, or medical checks.

World Vision is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment and selection procedures include screening and background checking for child abuse-related offenses.