Job Description

Job Title: Transport Officer

Positions: 2

Location: Nairobi and Kajiado

Contract: 2 years Fixed Term
Reporting to: Administration Officer

We will only be accepting applications from candidates with the Right to Work in Kenya and who can travel to and from different counties as required.

Please note: CAMFED will never request applicants to pay a processing fee or to provide personal or financial information for recruitment purposes. If you have any concerns, please contact Recruitment@camfed.org.

Who we are

CAMFED (Campaign for Female Education) is internationally recognized as a leader in education for girls, for its child protection policy and practice, and as a voice for girls’ education and women’s empowerment at the highest levels. Founded in 1993, CAMFED supports young women throughout their primary and secondary school years, into economic training and further education, and onto leadership, as role models, activists, and philanthropists. CAMFED Kenya is looking to recruit two (2) Transport Officers based in Nairobi & Kajiado Counties respectively.

Job Purpose:

As a Transport Officer, guided by CAMFED’s organizational policies and procedures, you are responsible for maintaining and driving the organization’s vehicles to authorized destinations in and around designated areas of operations.

Specific Accountabilities

● Ensure provision of reliable and secure driving services of CAMFED vehicles for the transport of authorized personnel and approved scheduled activities and errands.

● Observe and ensure that all passengers adhere to policies and guidelines on the use of the organization vehicles (e.g. use of seat belts, using vehicles only for official assignments, parking of the assigned vehicle designated locations and stipulated time or with express permission of the Line Manager).

● Check for first aid kit and contents to ensure availability before travel.

● Ensure that the assigned vehicle is in a proper and safe condition by carrying out routine checks prior to travel and report any damage or mechanical malfunctions to the Line Manager.

● Always maintain cleanliness of assigned vehicles.

● Record and maintain mileage logs and vehicle history records, scheduled service of vehicles and any ad hoc issue pertaining to the use and status of the vehicles

● Ensure that the assigned vehicle keys are placed at designated place after work

● Report immediately to Line Manager any incidents including accidents, issues with passengers, change of routes due to bad weather, security and road conditions etc.

● Daily communication with Line Manager regarding approved scheduled activities

● Timely submission of weekly reports to Line Manager

● Participate as CAMFED staff member in engagements as requested.

● Other duties as assigned from time to time

Qualifications

● Holders of form 4 certificate

● Must be fluent in both written and spoken Kiswahili& English Languages

● Computer Literate

● Able to work under pressure and as part of a team

● Must be a Kenyan Citizen

● Valid Kenyan Driving License

● Minimum 5 years driving experience

● Good knowledge of road safety regulations and routes

● Certificate of Good Conduct (DCI clearance)

● Must be medically fit with good eyesight

Added Advantage

· Trained First aider.

· Has undergone training in defensive driving and/ or as a mechanic.

CAMFED Values

The post holder is expected to live the CAMFED values which are:

● Focus on the girl as client

● Partner with the Community

● Be transparent and accountable

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at CAMFED

CAMFED is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those from marginalised communities. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application details

Please submit applications by 18th August 2026