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Organization: Plan International
Country: Kenya
Field location: Lodwar
Office: Plan International in Lodwar
Date: 07-May-2023
Location: Lodwar, Kenya
Closing Date: Not specified
Company: Plan International
WHO WE ARE
Plan International is a rights-based development and humanitarian organization working for better lives for all children. We are independent of government and have no political or religious affiliation. Our purpose is to strive for a just world that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries. Our global strategy has a specific focus on girls, as they are often the most marginalized and most often left behind. We have committed ourselves to the ambitious target of reaching 100 million girls over 5 years, to ensure they can learn, lead, decide and thrive. This is our contribution to reaching the sustainable development goals, and in particular the goals on gender equality. Our organization is transforming itself to meet this enormous challenge everywhere we work. We need bold, forward-thinking and innovative individuals to lead our country operations, driving change and delivering results that will allow us to reach our target of 100 million girls.
With approximately 38 years of experience in implementing its programme, Plan International Kenya (PIK) currently operates in 12 geographical areas; Nairobi, Machakos, Kajiado, Tharaka-Nithi, Siaya, Kwale, Kilifi, Homa Bay, Kisumu, Tana River, Marsabit and Turkana.
THE ROLE
Plan International is planning to set-up Field office in Turkana County to support both the host and the refugee population through multi-sectoral response with a focus on food and livelihoods security, WASH, Education in Emergencies and protection. We are looking for a reliable project driver based in Lodwar to assist the Plan International with all transport-related duties.
The driver is responsible of project travel implementation plans, transportation of staff, goods and correspondences as scheduled and approved.
Responsible of fuelling vehicle using an approved fuel voucher/fuel card and keeping updated vehicle log sheet
Trusted with highest valued assets of the organization –employee lives and vehicles themselves.
Preference will be given to candidates who reside within Turkana County
MANAGEMENT SCOPE, REPORTING LINES, KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to the Emergency Response Coordinator, Turkana Office
Reports – None
Internal:
Project Coordinator.
Project Staff – Both local and global
Procurement Logistics and Administration Coordinator
External:
Visitors
Community stakeholders
Donors, Partners
Government offices
LEVEL OF CONTACT WITH CHILDREN
High level: Frequent interaction with children
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT
Minimal office environment
Heavy lifting
Long driving hours
ACCOUNTABILITIES AND MAIN WORK ACTIVITIES
Transportation (50%)
Safe, efficient, timely and well-coordinated transportation of staff and designated people to all areas as instructed.
Safe, efficient and timely transportation of goods to required points as directed
Ensure that Plan International assets are safeguarded in the vehicle at all the time
Maintain an updated vehicle log book that keeps track of vehicle usage
Provide timely and efficient execution of office errands for smooth operation of project communications and logistics
Maintain, in all circumstances highest level of conduct on the road as well as drive with due care at all times and with consideration for other road users and pedestrians.
Maintenance (30%)
Ensure a well maintained (and clean) vehicle to avoid breakdowns and ensure the comfort of the passengers
Ensure that the vehicle is well equipped with valid first aid kit, working safety belts, fire extinguisher, valid local licences and inspection certificates etc.
Refuel vehicle using an approved fuel voucher/fuel card and keep updated vehicle log sheet
Ensure that the vehicle is safely parked at designated place at the end of each working day not later than 6 pm
Immediate reporting of incidents and accidents involving Plan International vehicles to the immediate supervisor
Compliance 10%
Comply with transport and other corporate policies to ensure efficiency and harmony with other departments/government
Maintain valid driving licence and produce when required
Promotes and abides by Plan International policies and procedures including but not limited to: Safe guarding children and young people Policy; Code of Conduct and the related mandatory reporting responsibilities.
Safeguarding Children and Young People (Safeguarding) and Gender Equality and Inclusion (GEI) (5%)
Understands and puts into practice the responsibilities under Safeguarding and GEI policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), ensuring that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures.
Leads the orientation of programme staff to ensure that they are properly inducted on and understands their role in upholding Plan International’s safeguarding and GEI policies;
Ensures that Plan International’s global policies for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Gender Equality and Inclusion are fully embedded in project design, during implementation and as principles applied in day-to-day work of Programme team;
Ensures that Plan Kenya contributes to Plan International’s global efforts to ensure safeguarding and GEI, including making sure that relevant reporting and data are submitted.
Others (5%)
Any other assigned duty by the supervisor
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
Courageous, taking a lead, challenging myself and others to achieve purpose, safeguard others and role model values, inside and outside work. Responsible for my work and learning, striving to improve. Self-aware, resilient and constructive in embracing change. Striving to achieve significant and lasting impact on the lives of children and young people, and to secure equality for girls. Challenging myself to be bold, courageous, responsive, focused and innovative.
Creating a climate of trust inside and outside the organisation by being open, honest and transparent. Holding myself and others to account for decisions and impact on others. Doing what I say I will do. Working effectively with others, inside and outside the organisation, including sponsors and donors. Actively supporting colleagues, helping them to achieve their goals. Coming together with others to create and implement solutions in teams, across Plan International, with children, girls, young people, communities and our partners.
Respecting all people, appreciating differences and challenging inequality in programmes and the workplace. Supporting children, girls and young people to increase their confidence and to change their own lives. Empowering other staff to give their best and develop their potential.
Understanding Plan International’s purpose, priorities, values and approaches in our work context. Adhering to relevant policies, processes, practices and standards, and being pro-active in continuing technical and professional development
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES
– Understands relevant sectoral context including how the sector operates in terms of funding and governance and awareness of Plan’s purpose, values, and Kenya strategy – Understands legal and reputational risk including risk assessment, communication, risk management and reporting in full compliance with risk-related standards, including in areas such as Child and Youth Safeguarding and Protection, Gender equality and inclusion, Counter Fraud, Safety and Security – Managing activities and resources including skills in day to day planning and organising work plan in line with programme assignments. – Managing information communication skills, both speaking and writing, and digital working, including personal digital skills.
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Qualifications/ experience essential:
level certificate holder
Minimum 5 years driving experience in a busy working environment
Valid driving licence – Class B, C & E.
Basic mechanic skills (Grade 3)
Valid certificate of good conduct
Fluent in English and Kiswahili
Qualifications/ experience desirable:
Defensive driving training
Languages required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Kiswahili.
Knowledge of one or more of the local languages is an added advantage
Skills Specific to the post:
Communication & Interpersonal skills
Ability to work under pressure
Confidentiality
Behaviours:
Polite and relates to people in a friendly, open and accepting manner
Strict time keeper
Acts with high degree of integrity and professionalism
Committed to Plan’s mission, vision and values
Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.
We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.
We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion.
Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.
A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme, we will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Disclaimer: Plan International is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate applicants on any basis. We also do not charge Job seekers any fees at any point of the recruitment process.
Local candidates from Turkana region are highly encouraged to apply for this position.
website: https://jobs.plan-international.org/job/Lodwar-Driver/932825001/
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