20 Vacancies Open At Public Service Commission

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lic Service – April 2025
Public Service Commission (Kenya)

The Public Service Commission (PSC) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill various vacancies across several State Departments. These roles are aimed at enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of public service delivery in line with the Government’s development agenda.

This recruitment drive encompasses a wide array of professional opportunities, including technical, legal, planning, infrastructure, economic, and policy-based roles. Applicants are encouraged to review the job descriptions carefully and submit their applications through the Commission’s online platform by the deadline.

State Department for The National Treasury

1. Senior Deputy Director, Macro and Fiscal Policy (CSG 5) – 2 Posts
   Leads the formulation and implementation of national macroeconomic and fiscal strategies. Responsibilities include preparing macro-fiscal frameworks, coordinating fiscal reforms, and advising on budget sustainability.
2. Deputy Director, Macro and Fiscal Policy (CSG 6) – 2 Posts
   Supports the development of fiscal policies, analyses economic indicators, and assists in fiscal planning and budget forecasts.
3. Assistant Director, Macro and Fiscal Policy (CSG 7) – 2 Posts
   Provides technical input in fiscal projections, prepares economic briefs, and conducts impact analysis for fiscal decisions.

State Department for Economic Planning

4. Director, General Economic Planning (CSG 3) – 1 Post
   Oversees the coordination of national economic development strategies, supervises planning units, and ensures integration of policies into national development plans.
5. Secretary, Economic Planning – Monitoring, Evaluation and Partnerships (CSG 4) – 1 Post
   Leads M&E frameworks for government projects, facilitates stakeholder partnerships, and assesses policy outcomes.
6. Secretary, Economic Planning – Development Planning & Policy (CSG 4) – 1 Post
   Directs formulation of development plans, coordinates national strategies with sectoral priorities, and advises on policy reforms.

State Department for Immigration and Citizen Services

7. Secretary, Integrated Population Policy Coordination (CSG 4) – 1 Post
   Coordinates population policies, integrates demographic trends into national planning, and monitors implementation.
8. Secretary, Civil Registration Services (CSG 4) – 1 Post
   Oversees civil registration systems across Kenya, modernizes service delivery, and ensures data integrity in national registers.

State Department for Correctional Services

9. Secretary, Probation (CSG 4) – 1 Post
   Heads probation services, develops rehabilitation frameworks, and promotes offender reintegration programs.
10. Deputy Director, Probation (CSG 6) – 2 Posts
    Supports probation policy implementation, supervises rehabilitation officers, and ensures compliance with court directives.
11. Assistant Director, Probation (CSG 7) – 3 Posts
    Manages caseloads, prepares reports for judicial use, and coordinates community service programs.

State Department for Foreign Affairs

12. Director General, Foreign Affairs and Diplomatic Affairs (CSG 3) – 1 Post
    Directs foreign policy operations, represents Kenya internationally, and oversees bilateral and multilateral engagement.
13. Secretary, Foreign Service Management (CSG 4) – 1 Post
    Manages deployment and welfare of diplomatic staff, ensures adherence to foreign service regulations.
14. Assistant Director General, Foreign Service / Minister I (CSG 6) – 1 Post
    Supports international relations, manages diplomatic protocols, and assists in multilateral coordination.

State Department for Broadcasting and Telecommunications

15. Secretary, Information and Broadcasting (CSG 4) – 1 Post
    Coordinates media policy, supervises public information dissemination, and oversees national broadcasting strategy.
16. Secretary, Public Communication (CSG 4) – 1 Post
    Manages government communications, handles media relations, and drives citizen engagement initiatives.
17. Secretary, Telecommunication and Postal Services (CSG 4) – 1 Post
    Oversees telecommunications policy, promotes digital connectivity, and manages postal reforms.

State Department for Tourism

18. Secretary, Tourism Development (CSG 4) – 1 Post
    Develops tourism policies, promotes investment in the sector, and manages partnerships with international stakeholders.

State Department for Wildlife

19. Director, Wildlife Policy and Strategy (CSG 4) – 1 Post
    Oversees conservation strategies, resolves human-wildlife conflict, and manages wildlife research programs.
20. Assistant Director, Wildlife Policy and Strategy (CSG 6) – 1 Post
    Assists in implementing wildlife management plans and supports ecological preservation programs.

State Department for Blue Economy and Fisheries

21. Secretary, Fisheries and Blue Economy (CSG 4) – 1 Post
    Drives policies for marine resource utilization, coordinates fisheries development, and oversees regulatory frameworks.

State Department for Shipping and Maritime Affairs

22. Director, Government Clearing Services (CSG 4) – 1 Post
    Manages import/export documentation, ensures compliance with customs laws, and improves trade facilitation.

State Department for Gender and Affirmative Action

23. Deputy Director, Gender (CSG 6) – 1 Post
    Coordinates gender mainstreaming programs, promotes equality, and supports implementation of affirmative action policies.

State Department for Technical and Vocational Education and Training

24. Secretary, Technical and Vocational Education (CSG 4) – 2 Posts
    Oversees TVET institutions, aligns curriculum with industry needs, and develops education policy frameworks.

State Department for Public Works

25. Chief Architect (CSG 6) – 1 Post
    Prepares architectural designs for public buildings, monitors construction quality, and ensures safety compliance.

State Department for Housing and Urban Development

26. Secretary, National Building Inspectorate (CSG 4) – 1 Post
    Oversees construction compliance, enforces building codes, and inspects government structures.
27. Director, Housing Infrastructure (CSG 3) – 1 Post
    Leads national housing programs, designs infrastructure strategies, and coordinates with counties.
28. Deputy Director, Housing Infrastructure (CSG 5) – 6 Posts
    Implements housing projects, manages site operations, and supervises engineering teams.
29. Deputy Director, Civil Servant Housing Scheme (CSG 5) – 3 Posts
    Manages housing for public servants, develops financing models, and monitors allocations.
30. Assistant Director, Estate Management (CSG 7) – 6 Posts
    Maintains public housing estates, oversees tenancy, and coordinates repairs and utilities.
31. Senior Superintending Building Surveyor (CSG 6) – 1 Post
    Surveys structural conditions of government buildings and prepares maintenance plans.
32. Director, Urban Governance, Management & Resilience (CSG 3) – 1 Post
    Develops urban policies, enhances resilience to climate risks, and promotes sustainable city growth.
33. Deputy Director, Urban Governance, Management & Resilience (CSG 5) – 4 Posts
    Implements urban programs, supports disaster risk reduction, and engages stakeholders in planning.
34. Deputy Director, Metropolitan Planning & Environment (CSG 5) – 2 Posts
    Coordinates spatial planning, promotes smart city solutions, and ensures environmental integration.
35. Assistant Director, Urban Development (CSG 6) – 1 Post
    Assists in implementing city expansion projects and supports land use planning.
36. Assistant Director, Land Surveys (CSG 7) – 1 Post
    Conducts cadastral and topographical surveys and updates public land records.
37. Chief Superintending Architect (CSG 7) – 2 Posts
    Manages public architectural projects, ensures design standards, and supervises consultants.
38. Chief Superintending Quantity Surveyor (CSG 7) – 3 Posts
    Prepares cost estimates, monitors budgets, and advises on procurement matters.
39. Chief Superintending Engineer (Structural) (CSG 7) – 1 Post
    Designs and evaluates structural systems, monitors site execution, and prepares reports.
40. Chief Superintending Engineer (Electrical) (CSG 7) – 1 Post
    Handles power distribution systems in buildings, ensures code compliance, and inspects installations.
41. Chief Superintending Engineer (Mechanical – BS) (CSG 7) – 1 Post
    Oversees mechanical building systems including HVAC, plumbing, and lifts.

State Department for Transport

42. Deputy Director, Air Transport (CSG 5) – 1 Post
    Manages civil aviation policies, collaborates with airlines and airports, and ensures aviation safety.

State Department for Parliamentary Affairs

43. Deputy Director, Parliamentary Affairs (CSG 6) – 2 Posts
    Coordinates communication between ministries and Parliament, drafts responses, and advises on legal matters.

State Department for Irrigation

44. Deputy Director, Irrigation Development Coordination (CSG 6) – 1 Post
    Coordinates national irrigation projects, liaises with stakeholders, and monitors implementation.
45. Deputy Director, Irrigation Quality Assurance and Licensing (CSG 6) – 1 Post
    Oversees licensing procedures, sets quality benchmarks, and monitors compliance.
46. Deputy Director, Climate Resilience for Water & Food Security (CSG 6) – 1 Post
    Plans climate-smart irrigation strategies and facilitates innovation.
47. Deputy Director / Senior Principal Superintending Engineer, Irrigation (CSG 5) – 1 Post
    Manages engineering designs, supervises works, and ensures project delivery.

State Department for Lands and Physical Planning

48. Senior Deputy Director, Physical Planning (CSG 5) – 1 Post
    Leads national physical planning policies, supervises spatial data systems, and supports land use frameworks.
49. Deputy Chief Land Registrar (CSG 5) – 1 Post
    Supervises land registration, ensures record accuracy, and coordinates legal land transactions.
50. Assistant Director, Physical Planning (CSG 6) – 2 Posts
    Implements land use plans, handles planning approvals, and provides advisory services.
51. Assistant Director, Land Valuation (CSG 6) – 1 Post
    Conducts valuations for compensation, taxation, and rental purposes.
52. Assistant Director, Cartography (CSG 6) – 1 Post
    Prepares topographic and thematic maps, supports land administration systems.

State Department for Energy

53. Secretary, Electrical Power Development (CSG 4) – 1 Post
    Leads policy development for electrical power generation and distribution projects.
54. Chief Engineer – Electrical (CSG 6) – 1 Post
    Designs, reviews, and supervises electrical installations in energy projects.
55. Principal Superintending Engineer – Electrical (CSG 7) – 1 Post
    Supports energy system upgrades, prepares project specifications, and provides technical advice.
56. Principal Superintending Engineer – Mechanical (CSG 7) – 1 Post
    Leads mechanical components of power projects, including turbine and boiler systems.
57. Deputy Director, Renewable Energy (CSG 5) – 1 Post
    Oversees renewable energy initiatives including solar, wind, and geothermal development.
58. Senior Principal Superintending Geologist (CSG 6) – 1 Post
    Conducts exploration and mapping of renewable energy sites.
59. Chief Principal Geo Physicist (CSG 6) – 1 Post
    Performs advanced geophysical analysis to support geothermal energy development.
60. Chief Principal Geo Chemist (CSG 6) – 1 Post
    Analyzes geochemical data from exploration zones and advises on suitability for energy exploitation.
61. Assistant Director, Renewable Energy (CSG 6) – 1 Post
    Supports development and rollout of clean energy projects and ensures policy compliance.
62. Principal Geo-Chemist (CSG 7) – 1 Post
    Conducts lab tests, interprets geochemical data, and supports feasibility studies.
63. Chief Superintending Geologist (CSG 7) – 4 Posts
    Manages exploration teams and geological analysis for energy resource sites.
64. Chief Superintending Engineer – Electrical (CSG 7) – 3 Posts
    Coordinates electrical infrastructure development, inspections, and compliance enforcement.
65. Chief Superintending Engineer – Mechanical (CSG 7) – 1 Post
    Supervises mechanical installations and operations within energy plants.

Application Instructions

All interested applicants must submit their applications online through the Commission’s portal:

Important Notice
Applicants must submit their applications no later than 22nd April, 2025 at 5:00 PM (EAT). The Public Service Commission does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.

For more details, visit the official PSC website at www.publicservice.go.ke or go directly to the job application portal at www.psckjobs.go.ke.

(Job Vacancies will be updated on PSC Website from 1st April, 2025)