Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA) is seeking competent, capable, ambitious, self-motivated and dynamic individual that demonstrate the appropriate expertise and experience to contribute to the development of the Konza Technopolis into a sustainable world class technology hub.

The Mission of Konza Technopolis Development Authority is “to develop a sustainable smart city and innovation ecosystem contributing to Kenya’s knowledge economy”. Konza Technopolis as an area of Innovation is especially suited to Education Institutions, Research & Development Centres and Commercial interests in the sectors of Life sciences, Engineering and Information Technology Enabled Services (ITES). To this end the Government Of Kenya has begun the process of upgrading Phase 1 horizontal infrastructure, construction of the KoTDA Hub, the Government cloud infrastructure and establishment of Kenya’s first dedicated research and innovation University. Konza Technopolis is also a special economic Zone with Incentives targeted at participating enterprises.

KoTDA therefore invites qualified Interested individuals to apply for the under listed positions.

   

POSITION

 

GRADE

 

REF. NO

NO. OF POSTS
1. Driver KoTDA 9 KoTDA/HR52/2021     1

 

  Total No. of Posts 1

 

 

All applications should include the job title, job ref on the subject line of the application email and must be accompanied with a detailed curriculum vitae and copies of relevant certificates. Shortlisted candidates shall be required to comply with requirements of Chapter six of the constitution.

Interested applicants should apply online via recruitment@konza.go.ke

 All applications should be received before/on Thursday 21st October 2021.

KoTDA is an equal opportunity employer.

The Authority is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities. Therefore, qualified women, youth, the marginalized and people living with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

Details of the Post:

Job Title: Driver
Ref No: KoTDA/HR51/2021
Grade: 9
Basic Salary Scale Ksh 22,000- 40,000 p.m
Terms of Service 6-month Contract, Renewable subject to satisfactory performance
Department Corporate Services Department
Job Purpose The job holder is responsible for responsible for ensuring that all vehicles are maintained in good order to ensure smooth mobility of employees of the Authority
Job Specification

 

Duties and responsibilities

i.         Driving KoTDA vehicle as authorized;

  1. Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle;
  2. Keeping up to date work tickets for vehicles;
  3. Submitting regular reports on motor vehicle assigned;
  4. Ensure Safety of passengers and goods therein;
  5. Ensure Security and safety of the vehicle on and off the road;
  6. Maintain work tickets for vehicles assigned to them;
  7. Ensuring adherence to traffic laws;
  8. Monitoring and reporting expiry of insurance policies for motor vehicles;
  9. Maintaining proper mechanical working condition of the vehicle; and
  10. Reporting any mechanical/accident problems.

 

Person Specification

 

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: –

  1. At least a mean grade D+ (plus) in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education or its equivalent from a recognized institution;

ii.         The Occupational Trade Test II Certificate;

iii.         Valid driving license free from any current endorsements(s) for classes of the vehicles the driver is required to drive;

  1. An accident-free driving period of 3 years;
  2. A defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association of Kenya (AA) or its equivalent qualification from any other recognized institution;

vi.         First Aid Certificate course lasting not less than one (1) week from St. Johns Ambulance or any other recognized institution;

vii.         At least served in the grade of Driver for at least four (4) years;

viii.         Proficiency in computer applications; and

ix.         Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the constitution.