Kakamega County Government Recruitment 2025 Jobs Portal

Kakamega County Government Recruitment 2025/2026 jobs portal is active. Learn more about the job application form, qualifications, skills and experience needed for open vacancies in the commission.

As a young professional who graduated with Diploma certificate, HND or Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or college, you can contribute for immense knowledge for the growth of the county.

The Kakamega County government recruitment seeks to employ committed, discipline, and result oriented candidates like you. This article therefore unravels all vital information that will aid your success in this recruitment exercise.

Kakamega County Government Recruitment Facts

The recruitment exercise targets directly, job vacancies in the County Public Service Board and Assembly Service Board. Applications can be submitted both online and offline depending on the method you prefer.

Applying for jobs at Kakamega County Government does not require a charge nor is any secret fee processed as the application form is easily accessible by all interested candidates via the recruitment portal.

The job application process is based on fairness and transparency as such only candidates who meets the requirements and qualifications shall the shortlisted.

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Kakamega County Government Job Vacancies 2025

• Director of Human Resource Management
• Chief Officer, Special Programs
• Chief Officer, Technical Services
• Chief Officer, Information Communications & Technology
• Chief Officer, e-Government
• Chief Officer, Economic Planning & Investment
• Chief Officer, Roads and Energy
• Chief Officer, Land, Survey & Physical Planning
• Chief Officer, County Administration
• Chief Officer, Public Health
• Chief Officer, Co-operatives
• Chief Officer, Social Services, Gender & Culture
• Chief Officer, Youth, Sports & Library Services
• Chief Officer, Communication

Eligibility Criteria for Kakamega County Jobs 2025

The vacancies announced are for persons who meets the eligibility criteria below.

• Applicants must be a Kenyan citizen and as well possess government issued identification card.
• He or she must have most minimum D+ mean grade in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) including English and Kiswahili languages.
• You should as well have clearance certificates as stated in chapter six (6) of the constitution.

Requirements for Kakamega County Recruitment 2025

Though there may be similarities in positions but the requirements and qualification differ. Below is the basis on which candidates will be selected.

1. Chief Officers

• Applicants going for these posts must have first degree from an accredited university in Kenya. Those with Master’s degree have an added advantage.
• Applicant must have at least 10 years cumulative professional experience. Five (5) years must be in leadership position.
• Relevant skills and knowledge in Project Planning and Management, Public Financial Management, Human Resource Management, Conflict Resolution Management, Strategic Management etc. is mandatory.
• Applicant must have good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Membership with relevant professional body is mandatory.
• He or she must have capacity to work under pressure to meet deadline.
• Finally, applicant must adhere to the requirements of chapter six (6) of the constitution.

2. Director of Human Resource Management

• Applicants of this role must have a Masters and Bachelor’s degree in either Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related academic discipline.
• Must have served at the grade of Deputy Director, Human Resource for at least three (3) years.
• Must have attended a leadership program such as SLDP that lasted not less than six (6) weeks.
• Must be an active member of IHRM (K) or any other professional body.
• Must be skillful in Human Resource Information System (HRIS).
• It is mandatory to meet the demands of the chapter six (6) of Kenya constitution.

3. Data Clerks

The key responsibilities of this office shall include entering of data, verification and accuracy, forming and compilation, database management and administrative/customer support.

4. Community Oral Health Officer

• This role requires that you have a degree or Diploma in Community Oral Health or related course from Kenya Medical Training College or another recognized institution.
• Additionally, you should have a good communication and interpersonal skills especially as regards to locals in rural communities.

5. Dental Technologist

• Fundamentally, you must have a degree in Diploma in Dental Technology or other relevant academic discipline from recognized institution.
• Been a registered and active member of Kenya Dental Technologists Association is mandatory. You should as well be conversant with relevant computer applications.

6. Pharmaceutical Technologist III

• Certifications in Pharmaceutical Technology or equivalent qualifications is demanded.
• Been enrolled as pharmaceutical technologist by Kenya Pharmacy and Poisons Board is mandatory.

7. Registered Nurse III

• You must have graduated as either a Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse, Kenya Registered Midwifery etc. and possess registration certificate and a valid license from Nursing Council of Kenya.

Kindly note that officers currently serving in the County Public Service must indicate their payroll number, date of first appointment, date of last promotion, current grade and substantive designation.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted, also they will be required to provide original documents such as National Identity Card, Academic and Professional certificates etc.

How to Apply for Kakamega County Recruitment 2025

Applying for Kakamega County Government recruitment can be done either online or offline following the steps below.

1. Online Application

• Visit the official website www.kakamega.go.ke
• Open the recruitment portal
• Browse through open jobs/vacancies
• Create an account on the portal
• Login to fill the application form
• Attach copies of relevant academic discipline
• Proofread your application
• Then submit

2. Offline Method

You’re to write an application letter, then attach copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, Curriculum Vitae, National ID and testimonials. Send the application to the Secretary, Kakamega County public service board.

Note: For the 2025 Kakamega County recruitment exercise, applicants are to be made ONLINE only as no hard copy application shall be accepted.

Kakamega County Recruitment Process

Kakamega County government recruitment is broken down into different phases which are:

• Job Application: This involves visiting the career portal, select a position of your choice and provide necessary details needed.
• Review and Shortlisting: Once the duration for application is done, applications submitted will be reviewed and names of successful applicants shall be released.
• Screening: Furthermore, evaluation and assessment of shortlisted candidates shall be carried out and only candidates who pass this phase shall eb offered appointment.