Transport Associate

About

Nova Pioneer is seeking a Transport Associate for its Eldoret Campus, willing and ready to start in January 2027. Reporting to the Transport Manager, the role oversees school transport-service operations, including the school bus programme, teammate orientation and training, and KPIs relating to safety, cost, compliance, records, maintenance and service delivery. Duty station: Eldoret, Kenya

How to apply

Apply online through the official advert page on Nova Pioneer Career Page by completing the form on the right-hand side of the page. Attach a resume; applicants are encouraged to attach it in PDF format. Applications emailed to Nova Pioneer cannot be processed.

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Responsibilities

• Collect and maintain transport services data, including but not limited to; Students' pick up and drop off timing (bus travel times).
• Keep logs pertaining to the daily total distance and timings travelled by the fleet.
• Maintain accurate bus route maps.
• Maintain and update student lists and a summary of changes that may occur.
• Keep a record of feedback from parents and the school academic team, and the corresponding action plans.
• Prepare fuel consumption, re-fuelling records, maintenance, and mileage reports for weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual submission.
• Communicate this information to all impacted parties.
• Update all data gathering tools daily and prepare any specific reports as may be required.
• Using the data collected, suggest practices that work towards the improvement of efficiencies, including the reduction of all unit costs of operations.
• Conduct Transport Services teammate onboarding, training, and evaluation.
• Live, participate, and lead the Nova Pioneer culture both within the service line and the organisation as a whole.
• Playbook procedures and other best practices relevant to the Transport service line.
• Consistently raise awareness amongst teammates and others concerned about these procedures.
• Promote safe work practices as prescribed by all procedures, relevant policies and compliance standards.
• Develop clear rosters that ensure drivers and bus assistants are engaged productively, including supporting any requested academic support initiatives and activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma in Transport/Logistics Management or its equivalent.
• A valid driver’s license is required (minimum D1).
• PSV license will be an added advantage.
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct (Not more than 6 months).
• At least 2 years of progressive experience responsible for transport operations management or related area.
• Ability to diagnose vehicle mechanical faults and offer solutions.
• Good knowledge of Kenyan traffic rules and regulations.
• You have diverse knowledge of estates and roads which is essential.
• Computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Strong communication skills.
• Open and receptive to feedback and improvement.
• Must be able to work under minimal supervision.
• Must be resourceful and able to find solutions to problems first.
• Excellent inventory management skills.
• You are excited about our organizational culture—and in particular, you are fired up to challenge yourself by embracing mutual vulnerability and a firehouse of feedback.