The Murang’a County Government has announced the launch of a significant initiative aimed at empowering young people within the county through the Murang’a County Youth Service (MYS) program. This development comes at a time when youth unemployment continues to be one of the most pressing socio-economic challenges in Kenya. Across the country, and particularly in Murang’a County, large numbers of young people face difficulties accessing meaningful job opportunities, practical skills training, and pathways to economic independence. Many graduates and school leavers struggle to transition from education to employment, while others who did not complete formal education are left with limited options for personal growth and financial stability.
Recognizing the gravity of these challenges, the Murang’a County Government has established the MYS program as a deliberate and practical intervention to bridge the gap between unemployment and employability. The recruitment exercise, which has now been officially announced, is structured to provide young people with temporary employment for a period of three months while simultaneously equipping them with essential short courses. These courses are carefully designed to impart relevant skills, enhance productivity, and prepare participants for a wide range of economic activities that can sustain livelihoods beyond the short-term employment window.
The vision behind the MYS program is not only to provide a short-term source of income but also to prepare the youth for self-reliance and long-term employability. In recognition of the fact that many young people aspire to start their own ventures but lack the necessary capital, the program includes a provision for a small grant to be issued to successful participants at the conclusion of their three-month engagement. This grant will serve as seed capital to encourage entrepreneurial ventures, promote innovation, and inspire self-employment initiatives among the youth. By linking skills training with initial financial support, the program takes a holistic approach that addresses both the capacity and resource gaps faced by many young individuals.
The upcoming recruitment exercise is set to take place on 27th September 2025 starting at 9:00 a.m., with multiple designated venues spread across all sub-counties within Murang’a. The process has been designed to ensure fairness, accessibility, and transparency so that every eligible young person has an opportunity to participate. The decentralized approach, where recruitment is carried out across divisions, locations, and local venues, reflects the County Government’s commitment to ensuring inclusivity and reducing barriers such as travel costs and logistical challenges that often limit participation in such programs.
For Murang’a County, this recruitment drive represents more than just a government employment initiative. It is a response to the urgent call to harness the potential of the youth, reduce unemployment, and promote a culture of self-reliance and productivity. By engaging young people directly at the community level, the MYS program aims to build resilience, promote community development, and lay the foundation for sustainable socio-economic progress.
Recruitment Initiative
The Murang’a County Youth Service recruitment offers an important opportunity for young people within Murang’a County to gain short-term employment, benefit from targeted skills training, and acquire seed capital for self-employment. By taking part in this transparent recruitment process, successful applicants will not only enhance their employability but also increase their chances of becoming self-reliant in the future.
The recruitment exercise will be conducted across the sub-counties on 27th September 2025 starting at 9:00 a.m.. Interested individuals are encouraged to attend at their respective venues as outlined above.
More Details
Detailed breakdown of the recruitment venues, arranged systematically by Sub-County, Division, Location, and Venue, to guide applicants on where to present themselves for the recruitment exercise.
