PwC Kenya Recruits Graduate Associates: Assurance and Consulting & Risk Services Positions Available.
Published: May 22, 2026 | Graduate Jobs
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), one of Kenya’s leading professional services firms, has announced graduate associate opportunities for young Kenyans who have recently completed or are about to complete their university studies.
The firm is recruiting for two lines of service: Assurance and Consulting & Risk Services. Both positions are two-year fixed-term contracts designed to give recent graduates hands-on experience, professional development, and exposure to real business challenges.
The application deadline is May 31, 2026.
About PwC Kenya
PwC is a leading professional services firm in Kenya, providing audit and assurance, advisory, and tax services to clients across various industries. The firm’s primary strategic goal is to create value for clients and deliver a competitive advantage to their operations. PwC blends international expertise with deep knowledge of the Kenyan market, which is fundamental to the high quality of its services.
The graduate associate programme is part of PwC’s commitment to developing young talent and building the next generation of business leaders in Kenya.
Graduate Associate – Assurance
Job Type: Contract (Two-Year Fixed-Term)
Location: Nairobi
Qualification: Degree, KCSE
Experience Required: None (entry-level)
PwC is recruiting graduate associates to join its Assurance line of service. Assurance professionals help organisations build trust by examining financial records, verifying compliance with regulations, and identifying areas for improvement.
What Graduate Associates Will Do
Successful candidates will grow their skills through continuous learning and hands-on experience. They will work with diverse teams in an inclusive and supportive environment. Their daily work will involve analysing information, spotting insights, and solving real business challenges.
Graduate associates will also build strong communication and professional skills while developing commercial awareness and understanding how organisations operate. Throughout the programme, they will uphold PwC’s high standards of quality, integrity, and professionalism.
Requirements
Applicants must be Kenyan citizens.
Academic requirements: Candidates must have scored KCSE or its equivalent with B+ and above and achieved an Upper Second class university degree, OR scored B plain in KCSE with a First-Class Honours degree.
Fields of study: Candidates must be studying or have graduated in business fields including Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, or Commerce, OR technology fields including IT, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Data Analytics, or Information Systems.
Graduation timeline: Applicants must have graduated in 2024 or later, or will finish their studies by September 2026.
Added advantage: Progress toward or completion of CPA(K), ACCA, or CA certification is an added advantage.
Mandatory Documents for Graduates
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Updated curriculum vitae
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Certified KCSE certificate or equivalent
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Certified degree certificate
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Certified results transcripts from first year to final year
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National identity card
Mandatory Documents for Those Not Yet Graduated
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Updated curriculum vitae
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Certified KCSE certificate or equivalent
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Certified result transcripts to date from first year to current year
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Letter from the university indicating expected completion date and expected degree results
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National identity card
Graduate Associates – Consulting & Risk Services
Job Type: Contract (Two-Year Fixed-Term)
Location: Nairobi
Qualification: Degree, KCSE, Professional Certificate
Experience Required: None (entry-level)
PwC is recruiting graduate associates to join its Consulting & Risk Services line of service. This role focuses on helping organisations manage risks, improve operations, and navigate complex business challenges through technology and strategic advice.
What Graduate Associates Will Do
As with the Assurance role, graduate associates will grow their skills through continuous learning and hands-on experience. They will work with diverse teams in an inclusive and supportive environment, analyse information, spot insights, and solve real business challenges.
They will build strong communication and professional skills, develop commercial awareness, and uphold PwC’s high standards of quality, integrity, and professionalism.
Requirements
Applicants must be Kenyan citizens.
Academic requirements: Candidates must have scored KCSE or its equivalent with B+ and above and achieved an Upper Second class university degree, OR scored B plain in KCSE with a First-Class Honours degree.
Fields of study: Candidates must be studying or have graduated in one of the following areas:
Business and Commerce:
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Business administration
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Business Information Technology
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Accounting
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Accounting and Finance
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Commerce
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Economics
Engineering and Technology:
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Electronics engineering
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Mechatronics engineering
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Computer engineering
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Telecommunications and Information Engineering
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Software engineering
Computer and Information Sciences:
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Computer Science
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Computer Technology
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Information Technology
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Information systems
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Informatics
Graduation timeline: Applicants must have graduated in 2024 or later, or will finish their studies by September 2026.
Professional Qualifications
For Risk and Assurance roles, the following certifications are advantageous:
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CPA, ACCA, or CA qualification
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Certified Ethical Hacker or cybersecurity-related qualifications
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CISCO certifications including CCNA, CCNP, CCST Networking, CCST Cybersecurity, or CCST IT Support
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Cloud computing certifications for AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud
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Software, programming, and DevOps certifications including Python, Oracle Java, Microsoft Developer, or DevOps
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Data, analytics, and AI certifications
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Database certifications including Oracle Database or Microsoft SQL
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IT management and project certifications including ITIL or Project Management
For Technology Consulting roles, the following certifications are advantageous:
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Cloud computing certifications for AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud
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Software, programming, and DevOps certifications including Python, Oracle Java, Microsoft Developer, or DevOps
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Data, analytics, and AI certifications
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Database certifications including Oracle Database or Microsoft SQL
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IT management and project certifications including ITIL or Project Management
How to Apply
Interested candidates must apply through the PwC company website using the provided application links. There are two separate application links: one for the Graduate Associate – Assurance position and another for the Graduate Associates – Consulting & Risk Services position.
Apply for Graduate Associate – Assurance
Apply for Graduate Associates – Consulting & Risk Services
Application Deadline
All applications must be submitted by May 31, 2026.
PwC does not charge any fees for notarisation, certificate verification, assessment, or any part of the recruitment process. Applicants who encounter requests for payment should contact the firm immediately.
Only candidates who attach all required mandatory documents will have their applications considered. Incomplete applications will not be processed.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly by PwC. Those who do not hear back by the conclusion of the recruitment process should consider their applications unsuccessful.
Candidates may apply for only one position. Separate applications for multiple roles may lead to disqualification.
Why Join PwC’s Graduate Associate Programme
The two-year fixed-term contract provides recent graduates with a structured entry point into the professional services industry. Associates gain exposure to real client work, develop technical and soft skills, and build professional networks that can support long-term career growth.
Many former graduate associates have gone on to secure permanent positions at PwC or other leading firms in Kenya and internationally. The programme is recognised as a competitive launchpad for careers in audit, consulting, risk management, and technology advisory.
Candidates should ensure all certified documents are clear and legible before uploading or attaching. Certified copies must bear the official stamp and signature of a certifying officer such as a commissioner of oaths, magistrate, or school principal.
For current students, the university letter must clearly state the expected completion date and the expected class of degree. Vague or incomplete letters will not be accepted.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues with the online portal.
