IUCN job vacancy in Kenya

IUCN, the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources, was founded in 1948 and brings together nearly 1,100 members (States, government agencies, NGOs and affiliates) and some 10,000 scientists and experts from 181 countries in a unique worldwide partnership.

Its mission is to influence, encourage and assist societies throughout the world to conserve the integrity and diversity of nature and to ensure that any use of natural resources is equitable and ecologically sustainable.

IUCN Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO) is facilitating the implementation of a suit of projects in Northern Kenya focusing on both Water and Dryland Ecosystem and is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to be based in Garissa to fill the following position:

Specific responsibilities include:

1. Drives the IUCN Project Vehicle on various official errands such as but not limited to taking staff to the field for project implementation activities, picking up and delivering supplies, documents, mail, and guests to various destinations.
2. Communicate effectively with Supervisor on driving schedules/timeline.
3. Maintain a good driving record and ensure all incidents are reported in a timely manner and through appropriate channels.
4. Ensure the safety of the vehicle and accessories at all times during the time of use.
5. Facilitate routine maintenance of office vehicles, including proper and regular completion of vehicle maintenance records. The Driver/Messenger is expected to notify the Supervisor when vehicle servicing is required (either routine or due to mechanical fault), and is responsible for ensuring that vehicles are washed and cleaned, fuelled, tyres and engine oil checked.
6. Maintenance of accurate vehicle service schedules.
7. Ensure compliance with applicable traffic laws, regulations, and/or IUCN rules, standards and guidelines on vehicle usage.
8. Keep records as required and maintain a clear daily record of work done and/or vehicle movement.
9. Handling daily messenger work for the office including: Collecting, sorting and delivery of mail and/or parcel to and from the post office and various offices on a regular basis;
10. Undertake any other duties as assigned from time to time.

Competencies

1. At least Kenya Certificate of Education
2. Possession of a valid Driver’s license with at least five years of continuous driving experience in a reputable and busy organization and/or City.
3. Exceptional knowledge of Tana Catchment Area and Northern Kenya road network and driving conditions.
4. Good communication skills both oral and written English, Somali and/or Orma.
5. Excellent interpersonal skills and experience working ¡n a multi—stakeholder project environment.
6. Clean driving record, with no violation of traffic law or major accidents.

Applicants are asked to submit their CV and a supporting letter of motivation and provide the names and contact details (including email addresses) of three referees.

The application must be submitted on or before 30th March, 2012 to: Email: earohr@iucn.org.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted