Driver III Job SHA

Driver Jobs, The Social Health Authority Jobs.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: 

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean Grade D plain or its equivalent qualification; 
• Valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for the class(es) of vehicle(s); 
• Passed Suitability Test for Drivers; 
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct; 
• First-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week from St. John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized Institution; and 
• At least two (2) years of proven driving experience; and 
• Proficiency in Computer Application. 

Responsibilities:

• Driving vehicle(s) as authorized; 
• Carrying out periodic checks on the assigned vehicle to determine maintenance needs and reporting accordingly and on time; 
• Keeping up-to-date vehicle mileage log and maintaining work tickets for vehicles assigned; 
• Ensuring security and safety for the vehicle on and off the road; 
• Ensuring the safety of the passengers and/or goods therein; 
• Inspecting assigned vehicles and keeping up-to-date insurance documents; 
• Ensuring the assigned vehicle(s) has the necessary tools (toolbox, spotlight, umbrella, fire extinguisher, and an equipped first aid kit); 
• Ensuring that the vehicle is taken for service when due; 
• Adhering to the Traffic Act, and the Authority’s policies and procedures on fleet management; 
• Ensuring that the assigned vehicle(s) is always fuelled in line with the policies and procedures on fleet management; 
• Reporting any incident that involves injury, or damage to any passenger, pedestrian or third-party property immediately, in line with established policies and procedures; and 
• Ensuring cleanliness of the assigned vehicle at all times when in use or otherwise and that the vehicle is in good condition before use. 

To access the full advertisement, including detailed job descriptions, core functions, and person specifications, kindly visit the SHA website at https://recruitment.sha.go.ke/

Application Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya by submitting valid and current copies of the following:

• Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations.
• Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
• Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
• Clearance Certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
• Report from a Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications, including:

• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV).
• Copies of academic and professional certificates.
• A cover letter demonstrating suitability for the position.
• Contacts of at least three professional referees.

Applications should be addressed to: The Chairperson Social Health Authority P. O Box 30443-00100 Ragati Road NAIROBI

Applications can be submitted online on https://recruitment.sha.go.ke/ or physically delivered to the SHA building 10th floor by clearly marking the position applied for on the envelope.

Deadline

All applications must be received by 5.00 pm 18th November, 2025.

Terms of Service

A competitive remuneration package as advised by the Salaries & Remuneration Commission will be offered to the successful candidate.