Driver & Office Assistant (Kakuma)

About the role

The World University Service of Canada is seeking a reliable Driver and Office Assistant to support staff and operations in Kakuma. The role combines safe vehicle operation with basic administrative duties to ensure smooth daily logistics.

Key responsibilities

• Transport staff, visitors and cargo using efficient routes while complying with traffic laws and organisational policies.
• Maintain vehicle logbooks, fuel records, mileage reports and coordinate routine inspections, servicing and insurance renewals.
• Keep assigned vehicles clean, road‑worthy and adequately fueled.
• Assist with procurement quotes, purchase orders and office inventory tracking.
• Handle filing, scanning, printing, document distribution and official mail/courier delivery.
• Support field schedules, airport transfers, loading/unloading of materials and maintain an orderly office environment.
• Follow health, safety, security and safeguarding procedures and report any incidents promptly.

Required profile

• Valid driver’s licence with an unblemished record; defensive driving certification is a plus.
• Minimum secondary education; diploma or certificate in Office Administration, Business Administration, Logistics or related field preferred.
• At least three years of professional driving experience and demonstrated office support experience.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili; knowledge of the local language is advantageous.
• First‑aid certification and familiarity with Kakuma and surrounding areas are assets.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and email systems.
• Vehicle maintenance and basic repair knowledge.
• Fleet management and inventory control.