Temporary Reliever Driver Job Light Up Hope

Key Responsibilities

Transportation and Logistics:

• Safely drive NGO staff, VIPs, and project participants to approved destinations, including offices, field sites, and official meetings
• Transport project goods, parcels, documents, and cargo, ensuring timely and secure delivery.

Vehicle Maintenance and Compliance:

• Ensure vehicles are clean, well-maintained, and in good working condition
• Keep vehicle documentation, such as registration, insurance, and maintenance records, up to date
• Report any mechanical issues promptly and coordinate necessary repairs
• Adhere to local traffic laws and organizational safety policies

Operational Support:

• Assist project teams with logistical tasks as needed, including fieldwork support
• Be available during off-hours or emergencies to meet operational demands.

Teamwork and Professional Conduct:

• Build effective relationships with colleagues, external partners, and local authorities
• Demonstrate empathy, respect, and adaptability in diverse work environments
• Contribute to improving transport and logistical systems based on experience and best practices

Qualifications and Skills

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; experience of 3–5 years or more in professional driving is preferred
• Proficiency in driving manual transmission vehicles
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and basic mechanical troubleshooting
• Strong understanding of local traffic laws and safety regulations Ability to work under pressure, adapt to changing circumstances, and handle emergencies
• Good interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work as part of a team
• Basic literacy and numeracy; computer literacy may be an advantage
• Typically reports to the Procurement and Logistics Officer.
• No direct supervisory responsibilities, but plays a critical role in supporting organizational operations and logistics

Duration and Compensation

• The assignment shall be undertaken on an as-needed basis. The Consultant shall be paid a daily rate of KSh 10,000, inclusive of all logistical and related operational costs incurred in the execution of the assignment.

How to Apply

Interested drivers should submit their application letters and copies of their driving license, academic qualifications and testimonials to info@lightuphope.org no later than Close Of Business 19th August 2026 with the subject line Temporary Reliever Driver