Executive Driver
Job Summary
The role holder is expected to provide safe and reliable transportation services to high-level executives, ensuring timely and efficient travel arrangements. They are expected to maintain high standards of professionalism, confidentiality and safety procedures. The incumbent will also be involved in supporting logistical needs and contribute to the smooth operations of the CEO’s office.
Key responsibilities
- Safely transport the CEO to and from appointments, meetings, and events.
- Plan and execute efficient routes to minimize travel time and avoid traffic congestion.
- Ensure the security and confidentiality of sensitive information and materials transported.
- Provide excellent customer service and always maintain professionalism.
- Ensure complete confidentiality regarding all discussions and information encountered during transport assignments.
- Perform any additional tasks or responsibilities assigned by the CEO, including school pick up and drops, item pickups, deliveries, and running errands as required.
- Log official trips, daily mileage, fuel consumption, oil changes, greasing etc.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date records on vehicle maintenance, fuel purchases, incident reports, accident reports, vehicle condition reports and other records that are requested from management.
- Stay informed about current road conditions and traffic updates by monitoring news and reports, adjusting routes as needed to prevent delays.
- Monitor repairs and maintenance needs of the vehicle assigned and report such needs and other concerns, incidents or accidents, or defects of the vehicle to the supervisor.
- Ensure all procedures are adhered to as far as safety, security, vehicle maintenance, and carrying of unauthorized passengers or goods are concerned.
- Ensure all necessary documentations e.g., licenses, insurance, inspection, and others for the vehicle are always valid, and advise the supervisor about renewals of vehicle documents before they expire.
Requirements
- Diploma in any field of study.
- Valid driving license with safe driving records.
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience as executive driver in similar position, preferably for senior executives.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Impeccable driving skills and a commitment to safety.
- Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
- Punctuality and reliability with a customer-focused mindset.
How to apply
The AECF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered based on merit without regard to race, sex, colour, national origin, religion, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
AECF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training, or any other fees).
If you believe, you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the relevant criteria for the role register and apply on: https://recruitment.aecfafrica.org .To be considered, your application must be received by: 18th March 2025.
For more information, please visit our careers page on www.aecfafrica.org
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
About AECF
About us
The AECF (Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund) is a development institution that finances early and growth-stage businesses to innovate, create jobs, and leverage investments and markets to create resilience and sustainable incomes in rural and marginalized communities in Africa.
Since 2008, we have invested over US$ 300 million in over 510 businesses across sub-Sahara Africa focusing on Agribusiness, Renewable Energy, and Climate-smart Technologies. We have impacted more than 33 million lives, created over 35,000 jobs, and leveraged over US$ 838 million in matching funds to our portfolio companies.
AECF is headquartered in Kenya, with offices in Côte d’Ivoire, Tanzania, Nigeria, South Sudan, Benin, and Somalia.