Senior Driver/Transport Officer

Reference: KT/CASB/2026/22 | Grade: KCASB 8 (J/G L) | Posts: 1 | Basic salary: KShs. 46,120 – 65,860 p.m. (permanent and pensionable)

Job description

Carrying out routine checks on vehicles;

Driving motor vehicles as authorized;

Maintaining work tickets for vehicles assigned;

Ensuring security and safety of the vehicle on and off the road;

Ensuring safety of persons and/or goods in the vehicle;

Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle;

Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of vehicles;

Maintaining records on repairs and maintenance;

Timely reporting of accidents and follow-up of police abstract;

Loading and unloading cargo;

Carrying out basic motor vehicle maintenance services;

Ensuring adherence to motor vehicle inspection schedules;

Keeping up-to-date insurance documents; and

Any other duty that may be assigned by the Office of the Clerk of Assembly.

Job specifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer shall have:

Valid Kenyan citizenship;

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or its equivalent;

Valid driving licence free from any current endorsements and valid for any of the classes of vehicles or plants which the officer is required to drive;

Minimum of one (1) year's driving experience; and

Ability to speak and write in English and Kiswahili.

Added advantage

Passed Occupational Grade Test III for Drivers;

Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent;

Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation;

Certificate in first aid course; and

Certificate in computer applications/packages.

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How to apply

Application process

All interested and qualified persons are required to physically submit their signed application letters, together with a detailed curriculum vitae (CV), copies of certified academic and professional certificates together with transcripts, and a certified copy of National ID/Passport, in a sealed envelope with the position applied for clearly marked on the left side, addressed to:

The Secretary Kitui County Assembly Service Board

P.O. Box 694 – 90200 Kitui

Applications should physically reach the Office of the Clerk of Assembly/Secretary, Kitui County Assembly Service Board on or before Monday, 30 November 2026 by 5.00 p.m., East Africa Time.

Important information to all applicants

It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.

Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

Only shortlisted and successful applicants will be contacted.

Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Cards, academic and professional certificates and transcripts during the interviews.

Candidates with foreign degrees MUST obtain accreditation from the Commission for University Education of Kenya.

Serving officers shall be required to avail original letters of appointment to the current substantive posts during the interviews.

Applications should physically reach the Office of the Clerk of Assembly/Secretary, Kitui County Assembly Service Board on or before Monday, 30 November 2026 by 5.00 p.m., East Africa Time.

Successful candidates will be required to submit clearance certificates before appointment from the following organizations, as part of compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya: Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission, Higher Education Loans Board, Directorate of Criminal Investigations, Kenya Revenue Authority, and a Credit Reference Bureau.

The Kitui County Assembly Service Board is committed to implementing Article 232(1) of the Constitution on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya's diverse communities, and equal employment opportunities for men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities. Women, youth, persons with disabilities, marginalized groups and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Beware of fraudsters

The County Assembly of Kitui does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Any individuals or parties requesting such payments while posing as Assembly representatives are impostors and should be reported to the relevant authorities.

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