From University Lecturers and General Managers to Internal Auditors, Drivers, and Livestock Assistants – multiple state corporations and public universities are hiring. Deadlines range from June 1 to June 16, 2026.
Date: May 19, 2026
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NAIROBI, Kenya – Job seekers across Kenya have a wealth of opportunities this Tuesday. Six major employers – including Laikipia University, the National Construction Authority (NCA), the Kenya Animal Genetic Resources Centre (KAGRC), the Human Resource Management Professionals Examinations Board (HRMPEB), the National Lottery Board (NLB), and the Central Rift Valley Water Works Development Agency (CRVWWDA) – have announced a combined total of more than 50 vacancies.
Positions range from senior leadership and academic roles to technical officers, drivers, and livestock assistants. Deadlines vary, with the earliest closing on June 1, 2026 (HRMPEB) and the latest on June 16, 2026 (CRVWWDA).
Below is a list of all opportunities announced today.
Part 1: Laikipia University – 14 Academic & Non-Academic Positions
Deadline: June 9, 2026
Laikipia University (LU), a public chartered university located approximately 11 km from Nyahururu Town along the Nyahururu-Nakuru Highway, is seeking suitably qualified, visionary, competent, dynamic, and experienced professionals.
Available Positions:
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Driver I – Grade AD 4 (Driver cum Mechanic) – 2 Years Contract – 1 post
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ICT Officer II – Grade AD 8 (Specialist in Programming/System Development) – 2 Years Contract – 1 post
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ICT Officer II – Grade AD 8 (Specialist in Networking) – 2 Years Contract – 1 post
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Senior Procurement Officer – Grade AD 13 (Supplies Management) – 5 Years Contract – 1 post
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Technologist – Grade AD 10 (Educational Technologist Specialist) – 3 Years Contract – 1 post
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Lecturer – Grade AC 12 (Sociology of Education) – Permanent & Pensionable – 1 post
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Technologist – Grade AD 10 (GIS Technology Specialist) – 3 Years Contract – 1 post
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Senior Lecturer – Grade AC 13 (Agricultural Economics) – Permanent & Pensionable – 1 post
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Lecturer – Grade AC 12 (Agricultural Engineering) – Permanent & Pensionable – 1 post
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Lecturer – Grade AC 12 (Horticulture) – Permanent & Pensionable – 1 post
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Lecturer – Grade AC 12 (Animal Production) – Permanent & Pensionable – 1 post
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Lecturer – Grade AC 12 (History) – Permanent & Pensionable – 1 post
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Lecturer – Grade AC 12 (Religion) – Permanent & Pensionable – 1 post
How to Apply: Submit five hard copies of the application plus a soft copy (running PDF file) to recruitment@laikipia.ac.ke. Address to the Registrar Administration & Human Capital, Laikipia University, P.O. Box 1100 – 20300, Nyahururu.
Part 2: National Construction Authority (NCA) – 5 Senior Positions
Deadline: June 8, 2026
The National Construction Authority, the State Corporation responsible for overseeing Kenya’s construction industry, is hiring for five senior-level positions.
Available Positions:
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General Manager, Construction Development and Coordination (Compliance, Enforcement and Quality Assurance) – Job Grade NCA 2 – Contract – 1 post
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General Manager, Human Resources & Administration – Job Grade NCA 2 – Contract – 1 post
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Manager, Construction Development and Coordination (Accreditation and Certification) – Job Grade NCA 3 – Permanent – 1 post
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Manager, Construction Development and Coordination (Field Services) – Job Grade NCA 3 – Permanent – 13 posts
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Manager, National Construction Fund – Job Grade NCA 3 – Permanent – 1 post
How to Apply: Submit through the recruitment portal at https://recruitment.nca.go.ke AND send a signed application letter and detailed CV only to recruitment@nca.go.ke with the reference number and position as the subject. Address to The Executive Director, National Construction Authority, P.O Box 21046-00100, Nairobi.
Part 3: Kenya Animal Genetic Resources Centre (KAGRC) – 21 Positions
Deadline: June 2, 2026
KAGRC, a State Corporation under the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development mandated to produce, preserve, conserve, and distribute animal genetic materials, is hiring for 21 positions.
Available Positions:
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Principal Internal Auditor – KAGRC Grade 4 – Permanent & Pensionable – 1 post
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Veterinary Officer – KAGRC Grade 6 – Permanent & Pensionable – 1 post
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Administration Officer – KAGRC Grade 6 – Permanent & Pensionable – 1 post
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Laboratory Technician – KAGRC Grade 8 – Permanent & Pensionable – 6 posts
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Office Assistant – KAGRC Grade 10 – Permanent & Pensionable – 4 posts
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Livestock Assistant – KAGRC Grade 10 – Permanent & Pensionable – 8 posts
How to Apply: Apply online through the KAGRC recruitment portal at www.kagrc.go.ke, OR email recruitment@kagrc.go.ke, OR hand deliver to KAGRC headquarters on Kapenguria Road, Lower Kabete, Nairobi. Address to The Managing Director, Kenya Animal Genetic Resources Centre, P.O. Box 23070-00604, Lower Kabete, Nairobi.
Part 4: Human Resource Management Professionals Examinations Board (HRMPEB) – 5 Positions
Deadline: June 1, 2026
HRMPEB, a State Corporation within the Ministry of Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes established under the Human Resource Management Professionals Act, No. 52 of 2012, is seeking highly competent, proactive, and self-driven individuals.
Available Positions:
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Principal Internal Auditor – Job Group 3 – 1 post
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Principal Examination Administration Officer – Job Group 3 – 1 post
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Senior Test Development Officer – Job Group 4 – 1 post
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Accountant – Job Group 5 – 1 post
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Driver – Job Group 8 – 1 post
How to Apply: Email a single PDF file containing all application documents to recruitment@hrmpeb.or.ke quoting the job title in the subject line. Address to The Chief Executive Officer, Human Resource Management Professionals Examinations Board, P.O. Box 23733 – 00100, Nairobi.
Part 5: National Lottery Board (NLB) – 9 Senior Positions
Deadline: June 8, 2026
The National Lottery Board, established pursuant to Section 4 of the National Lottery Act, 2023 (No. 20 of 2023), is mandated to oversee, regulate, and ensure the integrity, transparency, and accountability of the National Lottery in Kenya.
Available Positions:
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Chief Executive Officer / Fund Administrator – NLB Grade 1 – 1 post
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General Manager, Lottery Operations and Communications – NLB Grade 2 – 1 post
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Manager, Partnerships and Communications – NLB Grade 3 – 1 post
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Corporation Secretary and Manager, Legal Services – NLB Grade 3 – 1 post
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Manager, Finance and Accounts – NLB Grade 3 – 1 post
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Manager, Human Resource Management & Development – NLB Grade 3 – 1 post
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Manager, Supply Chain Management – NLB Grade 3 – 1 post
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Manager, Funding Strategy and Program Design – NLB Grade 3 – 1 post
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Manager, Planning – NLB Grade 3 – 1 post
How to Apply: Submit applications in a sealed envelope clearly marked “APPLICATION FOR [POSITION NAME & JOB GRADE]” to The Chairperson, National Lottery Board, 25th Floor Old Mutual Towers, Hospital Road, Upper Hill, P.O. Box 30933 – 00100, Nairobi.
Part 6: Central Rift Valley Water Works Development Agency (CRVWWDA) – 11 Positions
Deadline: June 16, 2026
CRVWWDA is one of nine Water Works Development Agencies established under the Water Act 2016. The Agency is re-advertising and replacing vacant positions. Those who had applied previously need not apply again.
Available Positions:
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Manager, Internal Audit – CRV Grade 3 – 1 post
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Engineer 1 (Civil) – CRV Grade 7 – 3 posts
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Senior Office Administrator – CRV Grade 6 – 1 post
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Geologist II – CRV Grade 8 – 1 post
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Planning Officer I – CRV Grade 7 – 1 post
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Information Communication Technology Officer II – CRV Grade 8 – 1 post
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Driver II – CRV Grade 11 – 3 posts
How to Apply: Submit hard copies only (no email applications) with a clear job reference to The Chief Executive Officer, Central Rift Valley Water Works Development Agency, P.O Box 2451-20100, Nakuru.
Chapter 6 Compliance Documents
Successful candidates for most of these positions will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya by submitting the following clearance certificates:
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Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI)
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Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
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Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
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Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
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Clearance from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
For Laikipia University, successful candidates with foreign degrees will also require clearance from the Commission for University Education (CUE).
Important Notes for All Applicants
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No Fees: None of these employers charge application, processing, or interviewing fees. Beware of fraudsters.
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Equal Opportunity Employers: All employers encourage applications from women, persons with disabilities (PWDs), youth, and marginalized groups.
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No Canvassing: Any form of canvassing leads to automatic disqualification.
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Application Methods Vary: Some employers require online applications, others require hard copies only. Read instructions carefully.
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Previous Applicants: For CRVWWDA, those who applied previously for re-advertised positions need not apply again.
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Only Shortlisted Candidates Contacted: If you do not hear back within a reasonable period, consider your application unsuccessful.
Why This Is a Major Opportunity
This May 19, 2026 recruitment round represents one of the most diverse job announcements in Kenya this week. From constitutional commissions and state corporations to public universities and water works agencies, opportunities span every qualification level – from KCSE holders (Driver positions) to PhD graduates (Lecturer and Senior Lecturer roles).
The water sector, construction industry, animal genetics, human resource examinations, lottery regulation, and university education are all actively recruiting. Whether you are an engineer, auditor, livestock assistant, accountant, geologist, ICT specialist, or driver, there is an opportunity for you.
Act fast. The HRMPEB deadline is just 13 days away on June 1, 2026.
For full job descriptions and application details, visit each employer’s official website as listed above.
Visit the official portals to review exact duties, qualifications, and grading:
- HRMPEB: Download the HRMPEB Careers PDF for full requirements.
- NCA: Check open roles on the NCA Careers Page.
- KAGRC: View job descriptions on the KAGRC Vacancies Page.
- National Lottery Board: Read about the career opportunities on the National Lottery Board Careers Page.
- CRVWWDA: Access the CRVWWDA Careers Page or apply directly via the CRVWWDA Recruitment Portal.
- Laikipia University: View active recruitments on the Laikipia University Vacancies Page.
