The Business Registration Service (BRS) is a State Corporation established under the Business Registration Act of 2015. As a key government agency, BRS is mandated to oversee the effective administration and implementation of laws relating to incorporation, registration, operation, and management of companies, partnerships, and firms. Additionally, the Service administers other critical pieces of legislation including the Insolvency Act, the Movable Property Security Rights Act, and the Hire Purchase Act.
BRS plays an instrumental role in advancing the ease of doing business in Kenya by ensuring efficient registration services, compliance with statutory obligations, and promotion of a transparent business environment. To further strengthen its human resource capacity and fulfill its broad mandate, BRS is seeking to recruit highly motivated, customer-centric, results-oriented, and self-driven individuals of high integrity to fill several vacant positions.
The available positions span across technical, legal, administrative, and operational functions, reflecting the multi-dimensional nature of BRS’s work. This advert outlines the available opportunities, responsibilities of each role, and the reference details required for application submission.
Available Positions
1. Senior Assistant Registrar of Companies (2 Posts) – BRS 4 – Ref: BRS/08/2025/01
The Senior Assistant Registrar of Companies will be tasked with supporting the management and supervision of company registration and compliance functions. This role is central to ensuring that company incorporation and related processes are carried out in accordance with the law, while providing guidance to businesses on compliance matters.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervising the processing of applications for company incorporation, partnerships, business names, and other entities under the Companies Act and related laws.
- Reviewing and approving documentation relating to company filings, statutory changes, and compliance matters.
- Providing legal and regulatory advice on company law and corporate governance issues.
- Supervising junior officers and ensuring that registration services are provided within established timelines.
- Conducting inspections, investigations, and audits of companies to confirm compliance with statutory requirements.
- Preparing reports on company registration trends, challenges, and compliance enforcement outcomes.
- Liaising with stakeholders including professional bodies, business owners, and regulatory agencies to promote efficient company registration processes.
2. Senior Assistant Official Receiver (1 Post) – BRS 4 – Ref: BRS/08/2025/02
The Senior Assistant Official Receiver will play a key role in insolvency administration, ensuring that businesses and individuals undergoing bankruptcy or liquidation proceedings are handled in accordance with the Insolvency Act.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administering bankruptcy and liquidation cases, ensuring compliance with the Insolvency Act and related regulations.
- Supervising insolvency proceedings including appointment of liquidators, receivers, and administrators.
- Advising creditors, debtors, and stakeholders on insolvency matters.
- Preparing and maintaining insolvency case files and reports for submission to relevant authorities.
- Supporting investigations into fraudulent trading or misconduct by company directors during insolvency.
- Supervising and mentoring junior officers in insolvency management.
- Preparing progress reports, statistical returns, and recommendations on insolvency cases.
3. Senior Supply Chain Management Officer (1 Post) – BRS 4 – Ref: BRS/08/2025/03
The Senior Supply Chain Management Officer will oversee procurement and supply chain functions to ensure compliance with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act and other relevant legislation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Planning, coordinating, and supervising procurement and supply chain activities.
- Preparing procurement plans, tender documents, and bid evaluations.
- Managing supplier relationships and maintaining an updated supplier database.
- Ensuring transparency, accountability, and value for money in procurement processes.
- Monitoring inventory levels and overseeing asset disposal in compliance with regulations.
- Advising management on procurement policies and procedures.
- Supervising and guiding procurement staff in their day-to-day functions.
4. Senior Planning Officer (1 Post) – BRS 4 – Ref: BRS/08/2025/04
The Senior Planning Officer will be responsible for corporate planning, monitoring, and evaluation, ensuring that the organization aligns its programs and activities with its strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Developing and reviewing the corporate strategic plan and performance frameworks.
- Coordinating preparation of annual work plans and budgets.
- Monitoring implementation of programs and evaluating performance outcomes.
- Preparing periodic performance and progress reports for management and stakeholders.
- Conducting research and analysis to inform strategic decision-making.
- Providing technical guidance to departments on planning, monitoring, and evaluation.
- Facilitating stakeholder consultations and performance review sessions.
5. Principal State Counsel (1 Post) – BRS 4 – Ref: BRS/08/2025/05
The Principal State Counsel will serve as a senior legal advisor within BRS, ensuring that the Service complies with all legal frameworks governing its operations while also defending its interests in various legal forums.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing legal advice to management and staff on issues relating to business registration, insolvency, and corporate governance.
- Drafting and reviewing contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
- Representing BRS in court cases, tribunals, and arbitration proceedings.
- Conducting legal research and preparing briefs on emerging legal issues.
- Coordinating with the Office of the Attorney General and other legal bodies.
- Ensuring that BRS policies, regulations, and procedures comply with applicable laws.
- Supervising and mentoring junior legal officers within the Service.
6. Internal Auditor (1 Post) – BRS 5 – Ref: BRS/08/2025/06
The Internal Auditor will be responsible for providing independent assurance on the adequacy of internal controls, governance processes, and risk management practices within BRS.
Key Responsibilities:
- Planning and conducting internal audits on financial, operational, and compliance areas.
- Assessing internal control systems and recommending improvements.
- Evaluating risk management processes and identifying areas of potential exposure.
- Preparing audit reports with recommendations for corrective actions.
- Monitoring implementation of audit recommendations.
- Supporting management in promoting accountability and good governance.
- Liaising with external auditors and regulatory bodies during inspections.
7. Corporate Communication Officer II (1 Post) – BRS 6 – Ref: BRS/08/2025/07
The Corporate Communication Officer II will handle the public relations and communication needs of the Service, ensuring effective engagement with stakeholders and the public.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drafting press releases, speeches, and communication materials for internal and external audiences.
- Coordinating media relations and responding to media inquiries.
- Managing social media platforms and the organization’s website.
- Developing and implementing communication strategies to enhance BRS’s public image.
- Coordinating stakeholder engagement forums, events, and campaigns.
- Preparing communication reports and feedback analyses.
- Supporting internal communication initiatives to enhance staff engagement.
8. Assistant Office Administrator I (1 Post) – BRS 6 – Ref: BRS/08/2025/08
The Assistant Office Administrator will be responsible for administrative support functions within the Service, ensuring smooth coordination of office operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing office records, correspondence, and filing systems.
- Handling scheduling of meetings, travel arrangements, and official appointments.
- Preparing minutes, reports, and communication for management.
- Coordinating logistical support for events and official functions.
- Supervising office support staff and ensuring efficient workflow.
- Maintaining office supplies and coordinating requisitions.
- Supporting administrative reforms and process improvements.
9. Records Management Officer II (1 Post) – BRS 6 – Ref: BRS/08/2025/09
The Records Management Officer will ensure that the Service’s records and information are properly stored, retrieved, and preserved for accountability and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implementing records management policies and procedures.
- Classifying, indexing, and archiving records.
- Ensuring secure storage and retrieval of physical and electronic records.
- Supporting digitization of records and maintaining databases.
- Monitoring records retention schedules and coordinating disposal of obsolete files.
- Training staff on proper records management practices.
- Conducting regular audits of records to ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
10. Senior Clerical Officer (4 Posts) – BRS 7 – Ref: BRS/08/2025/10
The Senior Clerical Officer will provide essential clerical and administrative support across departments, ensuring that the day-to-day operational needs of the Service are met.
Key Responsibilities:
- Handling data entry, filing, and record keeping.
- Processing applications, forms, and documentation.
- Managing correspondence and routine communication.
- Assisting in preparation of reports, summaries, and office documentation.
- Maintaining registers, logs, and databases.
- Supporting customer service functions by attending to inquiries and providing guidance.
- Supervising junior clerical staff where applicable.
Application Guidelines
Interested and qualified applicants are requested to submit their applications by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, 8th September 2025.
