The Public Service Commission (PSC) of Kenya invites applications from qualified and passionate individuals to fill various vacant positions in different State Departments. These positions span across a wide range of technical, administrative, and strategic functions within the public service sector, aimed at strengthening the delivery of efficient and citizen-centric services.
As part of the government’s mission to transform public service for effective service delivery, the Commission is seeking dynamic professionals to join teams in various ministries and departments. Below are the available positions, job descriptions, and their corresponding departments.
1. Senior Deputy Director, Macro and Fiscal Policy
State Department: The National Treasury
Grade: CSG 5
Vacancies: 2
Job Description:
The officer will provide overall leadership in macroeconomic and fiscal policy development and implementation. Duties include coordinating fiscal strategy, preparing macro-fiscal frameworks, overseeing public financial management reforms, and engaging with international financial institutions on fiscal matters.
2. Deputy Director, Macro and Fiscal Policy
State Department: The National Treasury
Grade: CSG 6
Vacancies: 2
Job Description:
The officer will support the formulation and monitoring of macroeconomic and fiscal policies, analyze economic trends, assist in budgetary planning, and advise on fiscal sustainability.
3. Assistant Director, Macro and Fiscal Policy
State Department: The National Treasury
Grade: CSG 7
Vacancies: 2
Job Description:
The officer will assist in economic modeling, fiscal forecasting, and policy impact analysis. Responsibilities include preparing economic reports and supporting fiscal policy development.
4. Director, General Economic Planning
State Department: Economic Planning
Grade: CSG 3
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Responsible for strategic leadership in economic planning at the national level. Duties include supervising national development plans, coordinating policy implementation, and liaising with stakeholders.
5. Secretary, Economic Planning – Monitoring, Evaluation and Partnerships
State Department: Economic Planning
Grade: CSG 4
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
The officer will oversee monitoring and evaluation frameworks, manage stakeholder partnerships, and ensure alignment of development goals with national planning priorities.
6. Secretary, Economic Planning – Development Planning & Policy
State Department: Economic Planning
Grade: CSG 4
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
The role involves guiding development planning, formulating policies and strategies, and aligning national priorities with sectoral and regional plans.
7. Secretary, Integrated Population Policy Coordination
State Department: Immigration and Citizen Services
Grade: CSG 4
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Will lead in the development and coordination of national population policy, promote population data use in planning, and work with related agencies to implement population programs.
8. Secretary, Civil Registration Services
State Department: Immigration and Citizen Services
Grade: CSG 4
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
The officer will oversee civil registration functions, including births, deaths, and marriages. Key roles include policy formulation, system modernization, and inter-agency coordination.
9. Secretary, Probation
State Department: Correctional Services
Grade: CSG 4
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Responsible for probation services, rehabilitation of offenders, and community reintegration programs. Also ensures compliance with relevant laws and policies.
10. Deputy Director, Probation
State Department: Correctional Services
Grade: CSG 6
Vacancies: 2
Job Description:
Supports management of probation services and assists in development of rehabilitation strategies and offender monitoring systems.
11. Assistant Director, Probation
State Department: Correctional Services
Grade: CSG 7
Vacancies: 3
Job Description:
The officer will be involved in offender supervision, rehabilitation programs, and report writing for judicial processes.
12. Director General, Foreign Affairs and Diplomatic Affairs
State Department: Foreign Affairs
Grade: CSG 3
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Provides strategic leadership on Kenya’s foreign policy and oversees diplomatic missions. Responsible for international cooperation and bilateral/multilateral engagements.
13. Secretary, Foreign Service Management
State Department: Foreign Affairs
Grade: CSG 4
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
The role entails overseeing foreign service personnel, managing training and deployment, and implementing foreign service regulations.
14. Assistant Director General, Foreign Service/Minister I
State Department: Foreign Affairs
Grade: CSG 6
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Will support international relations functions, handle diplomatic correspondence, and provide strategic foreign policy analysis.
15. Secretary, Information and Broadcasting
State Department: Broadcasting and Telecommunication
Grade: CSG 4
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
The officer will oversee media policy development, government communication strategies, and information dissemination.
16. Secretary, Public Communication
State Department: Broadcasting and Telecommunication
Grade: CSG 4
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Coordinates public communication policies and government messaging. Oversees media relations and information campaigns.
17. Secretary, Telecommunication & Postal Services
State Department: Broadcasting and Telecommunication
Grade: CSG 4
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Leads development of telecommunication and postal sector policies, regulatory frameworks, and infrastructure advancement.
18. Secretary, Tourism Development
State Department: Tourism
Grade: CSG 4
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Guides the implementation of national tourism strategies, partnerships, and promotion programs to grow the tourism sector.
19. Director, Wildlife Policy and Strategy
State Department: Wildlife
Grade: CSG 4
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Responsible for wildlife policy formulation and implementation. Coordinates biodiversity conservation and human-wildlife conflict resolution.
20. Assistant Director, Wildlife Policy and Strategy
State Department: Wildlife
Grade: CSG 6
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Supports the development of wildlife management frameworks and coordinates conservation research and community engagement.
21. Secretary, Fisheries and Blue Economy
State Department: Blue Economy and Fisheries
Grade: CSG 4
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Oversees the national fisheries sector and blue economy programs. Leads sustainable exploitation initiatives and regional cooperation.
22. Director, Government Clearing Services
State Department: Shipping & Maritime Affairs
Grade: CSG 4
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Manages government clearing operations, oversees import/export documentation, and ensures compliance with customs regulations.
23. Deputy Director, Gender
State Department: Gender and Affirmative Action
Grade: CSG 6
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Coordinates gender mainstreaming policies and affirmative action programs at national and county levels.
24. Secretary, Technical and Vocational Education
State Department: Technical Vocational Education and Training
Grade: CSG 4
Vacancies: 2
Job Description:
Leads the development and implementation of TVET policies, curriculum development, and quality assurance systems.
25. Chief Architect
State Department: Public Works
Grade: CSG 6
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Responsible for architectural designs of public buildings, ensures compliance with construction standards, and supervises building projects.
26. Secretary, National Building Inspectorate
State Department: Housing and Urban Development
Grade: CSG 4
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Oversees inspection of public construction works, enforces building codes, and coordinates compliance with safety standards.
27. Director, Housing Infrastructure
State Department: Housing and Urban Development
Grade: CSG 3
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Leads planning and execution of public housing infrastructure projects, including policy formulation and stakeholder engagement.
28. Deputy Director, Housing Infrastructure
State Department: Housing and Urban Development
Grade: CSG 5
Vacancies: 6
Job Description:
Supports project implementation, monitors housing schemes, and ensures infrastructure compliance.
29. Deputy Director, Civil Servant Housing Scheme
State Department: Housing and Urban Development
Grade: CSG 5
Vacancies: 3
Job Description:
Manages housing initiatives targeting public servants, including policy support and beneficiary coordination.
30. Assistant Director, Estate Management
State Department: Housing and Urban Development
Grade: CSG 7
Vacancies: 6
Job Description:
Responsible for managing public estate properties, overseeing maintenance, and supporting housing initiatives.
31. Senior Superintending Building Surveyor
State Department: Housing and Urban Development
Grade: CSG 6
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Supervises building surveys for government structures, ensures compliance with design standards, and provides maintenance oversight.
32. Director, Urban Governance, Management & Resilience
State Department: Housing and Urban Development
Grade: CSG 3
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Provides leadership in urban policy development, resilience planning, and smart city strategies.
33. Deputy Director, Urban Governance, Management & Resilience
State Department: Housing and Urban Development
Grade: CSG 5
Vacancies: 4
Job Description:
Supports implementation of urban development plans, community resilience projects, and city management frameworks.
34. Deputy Director, Metropolitan Planning & Environment
State Department: Housing and Urban Development
Grade: CSG 5
Vacancies: 2
Job Description:
Coordinates environmental planning, metropolitan growth strategies, and spatial data analysis.
35. Assistant Director, Urban Development
State Department: Housing and Urban Development
Grade: CSG 7
Vacancies: 2
Job Description:
Implements urban development plans, engages with stakeholders, and supports city infrastructure projects.
36. Assistant Director, Land Surveys
State Department: Housing and Urban Development
Grade: CSG 7
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Carries out land surveys, updates cadastral maps, and supports land administration functions.
37. Chief Superintending Architect
State Department: Housing and Urban Development
Grade: CSG 7
Vacancies: 2
Job Description:
Leads architectural designs, coordinates project delivery, and ensures quality assurance.
38. Chief Superintending Quantity Surveyor
State Department: Housing and Urban Development
Grade: CSG 7
Vacancies: 3
Job Description:
Manages quantity surveying services, cost estimation, and financial control of construction projects.
39. Chief Superintending Engineer (Structural)
State Department: Housing and Urban Development
Grade: CSG 7
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Oversees structural design of public buildings, supervises construction teams, and ensures regulatory compliance.
40. Chief Superintending Engineer (Electrical)
State Department: Housing and Urban Development
Grade: CSG 7
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Leads electrical design and installation projects, and ensures compliance with electrical safety standards.
41. Chief Superintending Engineer (Mechanical (BS))
State Department: Housing and Urban Development
Grade: CSG 7
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Manages mechanical systems design and installation for public infrastructure and conducts system audits.
42. Deputy Director, Air Transport
State Department: Transport
Grade: CSG 5
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
The officer will be responsible for formulating and implementing policies related to air transport. This includes overseeing licensing, safety regulations, and development of aviation infrastructure, and liaising with local and international aviation authorities.
43. Deputy Director, Parliamentary Affairs
State Department: Parliamentary Affairs
Grade: CSG 6
Vacancies: 2
Job Description:
The position entails facilitating communication and coordination between ministries and Parliament, drafting responses to parliamentary questions, and ensuring compliance with legislative requirements.
44. Deputy Director, Irrigation Development Coordination
State Department: Irrigation
Grade: CSG 6
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Responsible for coordinating irrigation development projects and policies. Duties include managing implementation frameworks, liaising with counties, and ensuring alignment with national water resource management strategies.
45. Deputy Director, Irrigation Quality Assurance and Licensing
State Department: Irrigation
Grade: CSG 6
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Oversees licensing of irrigation projects and quality assurance mechanisms. Ensures compliance with irrigation standards and regulations.
46. Deputy Director, Climate Resilience for Water & Food Security
State Department: Irrigation
Grade: CSG 6
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
The officer will coordinate programs aimed at increasing resilience to climate change impacts on water and food systems through sustainable irrigation practices and innovations.
47. Deputy Director/Senior Principal Superintending Engineer, Irrigation
State Department: Irrigation
Grade: CSG 5
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Manages engineering aspects of irrigation schemes, including design, construction, and maintenance. Oversees technical teams and ensures adherence to engineering standards.
48. Senior Deputy Director, Physical Planning
State Department: Lands and Physical Planning
Grade: CSG 5
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Provides strategic leadership in physical planning, oversees national and county spatial plans, and ensures regulatory compliance in land use.
49. Deputy Chief Land Registrar
State Department: Lands and Physical Planning
Grade: CSG 5
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Supervises registration of land documents, ensures maintenance of land records, and enforces land registration laws and policies.
50. Assistant Director, Physical Planning
State Department: Lands and Physical Planning
Grade: CSG 6
Vacancies: 2
Job Description:
Supports the implementation of physical development plans, handles planning applications, and conducts spatial data analysis.
51. Assistant Director, Land Valuation
State Department: Lands and Physical Planning
Grade: CSG 6
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Conducts valuation of land and property for government use, including acquisition, taxation, and rental purposes.
52. Assistant Director, Cartography
State Department: Lands and Physical Planning
Grade: CSG 6
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Prepares and updates maps and cartographic outputs to support spatial planning, land administration, and surveying activities.
53. Secretary, Electrical Power Development
State Department: Energy
Grade: CSG 4
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Provides policy direction on power development projects, coordinates power generation, transmission and distribution, and liaises with regulatory agencies.
54. Chief Engineer – Electrical
State Department: Energy
Grade: CSG 6
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Leads electrical engineering operations in power projects. Ensures adherence to standards and oversees system upgrades and maintenance.
55. Principal Superintending Engineer – Electrical
State Department: Energy
Grade: CSG 7
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Oversees design, inspection, and commissioning of electrical installations in public infrastructure and ensures efficiency of electrical systems.
56. Principal Superintending Engineer – Mechanical
State Department: Energy
Grade: CSG 7
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Supervises mechanical engineering functions in energy projects, ensures quality control, and manages mechanical system audits and upgrades.
57. Deputy Director, Renewable Energy
State Department: Energy
Grade: CSG 5
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Responsible for planning and coordinating renewable energy initiatives. Oversees project implementation, policy development, and stakeholder engagement.
58. Senior Principal Superintending Geologist
State Department: Energy
Grade: CSG 6
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Leads geological surveys for geothermal and other renewable resources. Supervises field teams and analyzes exploration data.
59. Chief Principal Geo Physicist
State Department: Energy
Grade: CSG 6
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Handles advanced geophysical surveys, supports energy resource mapping, and oversees technical reporting and data interpretation.
60. Chief Principal Geo Chemist
State Department: Energy
Grade: CSG 6
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Conducts geochemical analyses of energy resource areas, evaluates data for geothermal development, and supports drilling programs.
61. Assistant Director, Renewable Energy
State Department: Energy
Grade: CSG 6
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Supports execution of renewable energy policies and programs, and assists in resource mobilization and coordination with stakeholders.
62. Principal Geo-Chemist
State Department: Energy
Grade: CSG 7
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Carries out geochemical fieldwork, laboratory analysis, and contributes to energy exploration projects and environmental impact assessments.
63. Chief Superintending Geologist
State Department: Energy
Grade: CSG 7
Vacancies: 4
Job Description:
Leads geological mapping and exploration activities. Provides technical guidance on mineral and energy resource development.
64. Chief Superintending Engineer – Electrical
State Department: Energy
Grade: CSG 7
Vacancies: 3
Job Description:
Manages major electrical projects, ensures compliance with design and safety standards, and oversees contract implementation.
65. Chief Superintending Engineer – Mechanical
State Department: Energy
Grade: CSG 7
Vacancies: 1
Job Description:
Coordinates mechanical works in energy development projects, supervises installations, and ensures operational efficiency.
Application Guidelines
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