Stephen Nyakombo
Executive Driver
Nairobi
Summary
Seasoned executive driver with extensive experience providing safe, reliable, and discreet transportation for high-profile executives and VIPs. Demonstrates exceptional defensive driving skills, thorough knowledge of routes, and expertise in vehicle maintenance. Trusted for professionalism, punctuality, confidentiality, and adherence to security protocols. Adept at managing schedules, coordinating logistics, and ensuring a seamless travel experience for all clients.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Driver
APOLLO TOURS
01.2024 - Current
- Provided safe and timely transport services to high-profile clients and corporate executives.
- Part of the Safaricom CEO’s chase car team, ensuring executive security during high-profile events.
- Entrusted with transporting UNICEF executives to various destinations within and outside Kenya.
- Responsible for ferrying British American Tobacco directors and staff, including international travel.
- Transported ICRAF staff to and from work, ensuring punctuality and safety.
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections and maintenance to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Executive Driver
Lavenders Group of Hotels
02.2016 - 05.2020
- Provided professional transport for hotel guests and management staff across multiple properties: Lavender Hotel, Lake Jipe Resort, Desa Home, and Mary Villa Hotel in Mombasa and Mtwapa.
- Maintained strict adherence to schedules and safety standards.
- Assisted with logistical planning for corporate events and guest itineraries.
- Coordinated airport pickups and drop-offs for VIP guests and executives.
- Ensured vehicle cleanliness, regular servicing, and roadworthiness for all assigned vehicles.
- Managed transportation schedules during peak seasons and high-occupancy periods.
- Assisted guests with luggage handling and special requests during transfers.
- Provided courteous and professional customer service, addressing guest queries and ensuring a smooth travel experience.
- Reported any vehicle issues or incidents promptly to hotel management.
Driver
Midland Energy
01.2011 - 04.2015
- Managed daily transport operations for company executives.
- Ensured confidentiality and security during client and executive transport.
- Maintained company vehicles in top condition, including routine servicing.
- Coordinated sale and supply of LPG gas to clients, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to safety protocols.
- Managed customer orders, inventory, and delivery schedules efficiently.
- Provided courteous customer service, addressing client inquiries and resolving delivery issues.
- Monitored safety procedures during transport and handling of LPG cylinders.
- Adhered strictly to safety and traffic regulations.
Education
Certificate - computer engineering
05-2006
- Successfully completed modules in hardware installation, software troubleshooting, and basic networking.
- Gained practical skills in computer assembly, maintenance, and repair.
- Developed understanding of programming fundamentals and digital systems.
- Recognized for consistent academic performance and hands-on project work.
Driving Certification - undefined
05-2004
- Completed professional driver training with focus on safe and defensive driving techniques.
- Professional Driver Certification
Skills
Executive and VIP driving
Defensive driving & road safety
Vehicle maintenance & inspection
Strong communication skills
Security awareness
Confidentiality assurance
Adaptive decision making
Proper documentation handling
Commercial driving
Passenger assistance
Passenger transportation
Delivery pickup
Driving and transportation
Mileage and service logs
City and non-city driving
Problem-solving
Punctuality
Accomplishments
- Selected as part of the Safaricom CEO’s chase car team, ensuring executive security during high-profile events.
- Entrusted to transport UNICEF executives to multiple destinations within and outside Kenya.
- Provided secure and timely transport for British American Tobacco directors and staff.
- Responsible for safe transport of ICRAF staff to and from work.
Timeline
Executive Driver - APOLLO TOURS
01.2024 - Current
Executive Driver - Lavenders Group of Hotels
02.2016 - 05.2020
Driver - Midland Energy
01.2011 - 04.2015
Kings Driving School - Driving Certification,
Compuera computer Collage - Certificate, computer engineering