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Driver CV Example for Kenya (2026): Profile, Skills and Bullet Points

Updated 4 November 20265 min readBy the KaziMatch careers team

A good driver CV in Kenya states your NTSA licence classes and years of experience in the first line, proves a clean safety record, and shows reliability with numbers such as kilometres driven without incident. One to two pages is enough.

Below is a complete example. The driver is fictional, employers are anonymised and every figure is illustrative.

Example driver CV

Contact details

[Your Name] [Town, County] · [Phone number] · [professional.email@example.com]

Professional profile

Professional driver with a valid NTSA smart driving licence (light and medium vehicle classes) and nine years of experience driving staff vans and light trucks for an NGO and a logistics company. Clean driving record, defensive driving certificate and first aid training. Familiar with routes across Nairobi, Central and the Rift Valley.

Key skills

  • Defensive and safe driving on highways, urban and rough roads
  • Route planning and use of navigation apps
  • Daily vehicle checks and basic maintenance
  • Logbooks, fuel records and trip reports
  • Cargo loading, securing and delivery documentation
  • Customer care and passenger safety

Work experience

Illustrative example only: employers are anonymised and all figures are invented to show the style of a good bullet.

Driver · [International NGO], Nairobi · April 2021 – Present

  • Drove over 150,000 km with no accidents or traffic offences
  • Transported staff and supplies safely to field sites in six counties
  • Cut fuel costs by about 12% through better route planning and trip combining

Delivery Driver · [Logistics company], Nairobi · February 2018 – March 2021

  • Completed an average of 25 deliveries a day with signed delivery notes for each drop
  • Maintained an on-time delivery rate above 95% over two years
  • Reported vehicle faults promptly, helping reduce breakdowns on the route

Driver and Office Assistant · [Hardware business], Thika · January 2016 – January 2018

  • Collected stock from suppliers and delivered to customers across Kiambu County
  • Handled cash on delivery and reconciled daily collections with the accounts office

Education

  • KCSE · [School name] · [Year]
  • Certificate in driving · [Driving school name] · [Year]

Certifications and professional bodies

  • NTSA smart driving licence · list your exact classes
  • PSV badge or endorsement, if you hold one and the role needs it
  • Defensive driving certificate
  • First aid certificate
  • Certificate of good conduct (have it ready; many employers ask). See our certificate of good conduct guide

Referees

Write Available on request, or list two or three if asked. A transport officer or logistics manager who supervised you is best. See referees on a CV.

What to tailor for each driving job

  • Vehicle type. A personal driver job, a truck job and an NGO field driver job are different. Lead with the vehicles you have driven that match the advert.
  • Licence classes. Put the exact classes the advert needs in your profile if you hold them.
  • Routes and terrain. Field and long-distance roles value experience with rough roads and specific regions. Name them.
  • Extra skills. Some employers want basic mechanics, cash handling or office support. Include these only if true.

Profile variations by career stage

The profile above suits a mid-career candidate. Adjust it to your level. Both versions below are fictional examples.

Entry level

Driver with a valid NTSA smart driving licence for light vehicles and two years of experience driving a delivery van in Nairobi. Punctual, careful and familiar with city routes. Seeking a company driver role.

Senior level

Senior driver and transport supervisor with over 15 years of experience, including five years managing a pool of ten drivers and a fleet of light and heavy vehicles. Strong record on safety, servicing schedules and fuel control. Seeking a transport officer role.

Keywords recruiters search for

Recruiters and applicant tracking systems often search for terms like these. Use the ones that are genuinely true for you and that appear in the advert:

NTSA licence classes, defensive driving, clean driving record, route planning, logbook, fuel records, vehicle inspection, servicing, first aid, cargo handling, delivery notes, customer care

5 mistakes on driver CVs

  1. Not listing licence classes. "Valid driving licence" is not enough. Employers need to know exactly what you can legally drive.
  2. No safety record. A clean record is your strongest selling point. State it clearly and only if it is true.
  3. No numbers. Kilometres, deliveries per day, sites served and on-time rates make a driver CV far stronger.
  4. Listing your ID number and date of birth. Leave them off; give documents at the verification stage.
  5. Unprofessional email or phone that is off. Use a simple email and keep your phone on after applying. Recruiters often call drivers directly.

Next steps

KaziMatch's AI can tailor your CV and cover letter to a specific driving job, using only your real experience. Start with a free fit check.

Frequently asked questions

What should a driver put on a CV in Kenya?
Your licence classes, years of experience, types of vehicles driven, safety record, route knowledge, key skills, certifications like defensive driving and first aid, and referees.
Do drivers need a certificate of good conduct?
Many employers ask for one, especially NGOs, schools and companies that move staff or goods. It is wise to have a current one ready before you apply.
How long should a driver CV be?
One to two pages. Focus on licences, vehicles, safety and reliability rather than long descriptions of duties.
Should I include my driving licence number on my CV?
No. List your licence classes on the CV and provide the licence itself when the employer asks to verify it.

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