SOS Children's Villages is an independent, non-governmental international development organization which has been working to meet the needs and protect the interests and rights of children since 1949.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Program Administrator, the Reliever Driver is responsible for safely meeting the transportation needs of the Children’s Village and school. The role carries a high level of responsibility, as it involves the safety and well-being of children, staff, and visitors. The position holder must demonstrate professionalism and serve as a positive role model at all times.

Key Responsibilities

Transport Services

• Drive school buses and organizational vehicles safely and efficiently
• Transport staff, children, visitors, and official items as directed
• Record all trips and mileage accurately
• Ensure vehicles have sufficient fuel at all times

Safety of Children and Staff

• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations
• Ensure safe boarding and disembarking of children
• Follow planned routes and schedules
• Respond appropriately in case of accidents or emergencies

Vehicle Maintenance & Security

• Conduct daily vehicle safety checks
• Maintain cleanliness and good working condition of vehicles
• Report defects and ensure timely servicing and repairs
• Keep accurate maintenance and fuel records

General Duties

• Uphold SOS Children’s Villages values and safeguarding standards
• Perform duties in a professional and exemplary manner

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
• Minimum 5 years’ driving experience, preferably in NGOs
• Valid Commercial / Class D Driving License
• Defensive Driving Certificate (AA Kenya or equivalent)
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct
• First Aid Certificate (minimum one week)
• Occupational Trade Test III Certificate
• Clean driving record with no major traffic violations
• Experience driving a school bus is an added advantage

• Drive school buses and organizational vehicles safely and efficiently
• Transport staff, children, visitors, and official items as directed
• Record all trips and mileage accurately
• Ensure vehicles have sufficient fuel at all times
• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations
• Ensure safe boarding and disembarking of children
• Follow planned routes and schedules
• Respond appropriately in case of accidents or emergencies
• Conduct daily vehicle safety checks
• Maintain cleanliness and good working condition of vehicles
• Report defects and ensure timely servicing and repairs
• Keep accurate maintenance and fuel records
• Uphold SOS Children’s Villages values and safeguarding standards
• Perform duties in a professional and exemplary manner

• Defensive Driving
• First Aid
• Professionalism
• Safety Regulations
• Vehicle Maintenance
• Record Keeping

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
• Valid Commercial / Class D Driving License
• Defensive Driving Certificate (AA Kenya or equivalent)
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct
• First Aid Certificate (minimum one week)
• Occupational Trade Test III Certificate
• Clean driving record with no major traffic violations