{"id":91900,"date":"2026-03-05T14:00:29","date_gmt":"2026-03-05T14:00:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/job\/fleet-operations-and-safety-advisor\/"},"modified":"2026-03-05T14:00:40","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T14:00:40","slug":"fleet-operations-and-safety-advisor","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/job\/fleet-operations-and-safety-advisor\/","title":{"rendered":"Fleet Operations and Safety Advisor"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Key Responsibilities <\/p>\n<p>Technical and Operational Management<\/p>\n<p>\tProvide technical fleet and safety support to the Director, Global Fleet Management and Fleet focal points across the Partnership.<br \/>\n\tActively contribute to the development of Fleet safety systems, training and change programmes and contribute to the consolidation of fleet operational procedures and protocols.<br \/>\n\tSupport the Operations Manager in engaging National Office and Response Fleet Managers, or staff with fleet management responsibility<br \/>\n\tProvide the lead in operational fleet management (excellence in execution), develop \u2018quality assurance and continuous improvement\u2019 systems for fleet operation systems and procedures.<br \/>\n\tOversee the work of National Office and Response Fleet Managers or staff with fleet management responsibility. Assist National Directors and Response Managers with workforce planning in relation to fleet management.<br \/>\n\tSeek to develop agile and flexible fleet management operations that focus on delivery at the \u2018grass roots level\u2019, employing appropriate change management techniques when required.\u00a0<br \/>\n\tProvide technical advice in the development of driver and fleet safety training and assess safety issues against relevant Health and Safety requirements.<br \/>\n\tProvide technical advice and support in the investigation and root cause analysis of Road Traffic Accidents (RTAs) involving World Vision vehicles and other breaches of fleet safety policy. Escalate recommendations for risk reduction strategies and actions.<\/p>\n<p>Capacity Building<\/p>\n<p>\tContribute to and support the ongoing process of developing and implementation of a global capacity building plan for fleet management based on collaboration with relevant stakeholders<br \/>\n\tSupport the development and implementation of a fleet management and safety training programme \u2013 this will include facilitating and conducting training in locations where World Vision operates.<\/p>\n<p>Relationship Management<\/p>\n<p>\tDevelop engagement strategies and operational procedures that cultivate a holistic organisational approach to fleet management.<br \/>\n\tWork directly with National Office fleet staff to share good practice.\u00a0 Provide cross-functional support and collaboration on joint-initiatives and projects where GFM is a stakeholder.\u00a0\u00a0<br \/>\n\tBuild and maintain good relationships at all levels. Regular liaison with Regional SDOs, RSDs, Fleet Managers and other key stakeholders.\u00a0<br \/>\n\tAct as a strategic link for the promotion of a positive fleet culture connecting National Offices, Regional Offices, Support Offices and Global Centre. Regularly liaise with WV fleet network on emerging issues and provide analysis on potential impact on WV operations.<br \/>\n\tDrawing on international experience, explore strategic alliances, actively contribute to internal and external fora (UN, INGO &amp; Fleet Forum), working groups and networks related to wider sector improvement.\u00a0<br \/>\n\tWork closely with members of the global Security, Safety &amp; Resilience team promoting mutual learning, support and accountability.<\/p>\n<p>Strategy Development<\/p>\n<p>\tContribute to the development and implementation of global fleet management strategies. Ensure fleet management procedures are in alignment with WV Fleet Management, Procurement and Financial policies and international best practice, legislation and regulatory trends.\u00a0<br \/>\n\tDevelop and supervise the production of operational metrics and reporting to track accomplishments against strategy, inform strategic planning and strategy execution and deliver improved fleet management organisational effectiveness.<br \/>\n\tProvide SME support to the development and delivery of fleet management and road safety.<br \/>\n\tAdvise relevant stakeholders on emerging fleet issues, particularly as they may impact World Vision safety, operations, or strategy.<br \/>\n\tWork with internal and external partners to identify emerging fleet related safety risks and assist in the ongoing development of mitigation strategies that are aligned with World Vision Security and Fleet Polices and its Core Security Requirements (CSR).<br \/>\n\tIdentify and implement continuous improvement strategies in collaboration with Fleet Managers, Fleet Focal Points, Finance Managers, Field Operations, and other relevant stakeholders.<\/p>\n<p>Knowledge Management<\/p>\n<p>\tParticipate in the process of continuous learning on international best practice in fleet management and analysis and identify tools and processes that can be implemented into WV operations globally.\u00a0<br \/>\n\tEncourage mutual learning on fleet management issues within regions and globally to build a strong evidence base of our work. Facilitate the documentation of best practices towards a fleet management community of practice and centre of excellence.<br \/>\n\tAssist in the facilitation and coordination of global fleet management information sharing forum\/network that promotes the embedding of fleet management into all layers of WV\u2019s programmes.<\/p>\n<p>Quality Assurance<\/p>\n<p>\tDevelop and oversee improvement programmes to fleet management service delivery across the Partnership.<br \/>\n\tAssist in the assessment, development and implementation of global capacity building plans for fleet management.<br \/>\n\tIdentify, share\/facilitate access to fleet management tools, resources and materials as well as learning and support opportunities for offices.<br \/>\n\tReview fleet management performance against agreed standards across operations that promote alignment with WV\u2019s Core Security Requirements.<br \/>\n\tSupport and advise Regional &amp; National Offices (including VisionFund offices) in observing the appropriate fleet reporting and standards.<\/p>\n<p>General<\/p>\n<p>\tSupport activities that will enrich and develop World Vision\u2019s Core Values;<br \/>\n\tPractice an inclusive leadership style that will be a role model for the staff team, peers and others\u00a0\u00a0<br \/>\n\tPerform any other tasks assigned by the Operations Manager \u2013 Global Fleet Management<br \/>\n\tPerform Operations Manager duties as and when required.<\/p>\n<p>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities <\/p>\n<p>\tMinimum of 7 years proven experience in logistics, staff safety or fleet management within a large complex national or international organisation<br \/>\n\tProven ability and experience in fleet operational management at a senior level across a large complex international organization, with strong change management experience.<br \/>\n\tRelevant Tertiary Qualification (Bachelor\u2019s Degree or similar) in Logistics, Engineering, Supply Chain, or general Business.\u00a0<br \/>\n\tRecognised Industry Qualification in Logistics, Engineering, Supply Chain (or Business Project Management experience).\u00a0\u00a0<br \/>\n\tSuitable transferable qualifications from Military, Government or Private Sector.\u00a0\u00a0<br \/>\n\tSignificant senior management experience (8-10yrs) in Humanitarian Operations involving Fleet Management or Logistics would be considered.<br \/>\n\tRelevant tertiary qualification in logistics, engineering or supply chain or risk management<br \/>\n\tProven success in project management with formal project management qualification preferred.<br \/>\n\tSubstantial experience in the creation and implementation of safety programs, fleet management systems, compliance and investigations, training, metrics, reporting and vehicle accident reduction<br \/>\n\tExperience in either\/or the areas of procurement, supply chain, logistics, safety management.<br \/>\n\tHigh proficiency in English (written and verbal). Working proficiency in another languages, such as French, in the Africa context would be an advantage.<\/p>\n<p>Travel and Work Environment Requirement<\/p>\n<p>\tThe position requires ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 35% of the time.<br \/>\n\tPhysical ability to travel and work within high stress environments on occasion.<\/p>\n<p>Apply Through:<\/p>\n<p>.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"http:\/\/.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com","_company_name":"World Vision Kenya","_company_website":"http:\/\/www.wvi.org\/kenya","_company_tagline":"World Vision is an international Christian relief, development and advocacy organisation working in almost 100 countries world-wide to create lasting change in the lives of children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice.","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary":"","_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job_listing_region":[692],"job-categories":[750,693,729,698],"job-types":[687],"class_list":{"0":"post-91900","1":"job_listing","2":"type-job_listing","3":"status-publish","4":"hentry","5":"job_listing_region-nairobi","7":"job-type-full-time"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings\/91900","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=91900"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_region","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_region?post=91900"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-categories?post=91900"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-types?post=91900"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}