The County Government of Kakamega, through its County Youth Service and Women Empowerment Programme, has announced a large-scale recruitment drive targeting 3,000 men and women across the county. This initiative is established under the framework of the Constitution of Kenya (2010, Article 55), the County Governments Act (2012), and the Kakamega County Youth and Women Service Act No. 5 of 2019.
The recruitment aims to empower youth and women by providing them with opportunities to engage in productive work that enhances community development, environmental management, and overall county growth. Beyond immediate employment, the programme seeks to instill discipline, skill development, and social responsibility among the recruits while addressing critical needs in areas such as road maintenance, sanitation, and environmental hygiene.
This advert provides comprehensive details of the positions available, the responsibilities involved, entry requirements, and the application process. Interested candidates are encouraged to review the information carefully before submitting their applications.
About the County Youth Service and Women Empowerment Programme
The County Youth Service and Women Empowerment Programme was created to provide structured opportunities for young people and women to participate in county development initiatives. The programme recognizes that youth and women form the backbone of society and that their empowerment is vital to socio-economic transformation.
Through this programme, beneficiaries will be engaged in activities that directly impact the daily lives of Kakamega residents. These include road repair and maintenance, cleaning of drainage systems, bush clearing, market centre hygiene, and other tasks essential to public health and safety.
The initiative is also designed to provide recruits with a source of income through monthly stipends while equipping them with valuable skills that can be applied in future employment or entrepreneurial ventures. Importantly, the programme emphasizes inclusivity by encouraging persons with disabilities to apply.
Positions Available
The County Government of Kakamega is recruiting a total of 3,000 service men and women. The roles are categorized under a single cadre: Service Men and Women – County Youth Service and Women Empowerment Programme.
Each recruit will be assigned tasks within their designated community areas, working under the guidance of the Programme Director and other appointed supervisors. The nature of work is physically demanding and requires discipline, commitment, and teamwork.
Principal Responsibilities
The recruits will be responsible for various tasks aimed at improving public infrastructure, sanitation, and security within the county. Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Road maintenance activities to ensure accessibility and reduce transport disruptions.
- Bush clearing to promote environmental cleanliness and prevent health hazards.
- Maintenance of drainage systems to curb flooding and improve water flow management.
- Cleaning of market centres to enhance hygiene in trading areas.
- General office cleaning and provision of support services to county institutions.
- Performing sentry services where security oversight is required.
- Participating in any other lawful assignments as directed by the Programme Director.
These responsibilities are critical to ensuring that Kakamega County maintains high standards of environmental hygiene, safety, and service delivery at the grassroots level.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements to be considered for selection:
- Must possess a valid Kenyan National ID card or passport.
- Must be a resident of Kakamega County within a specified community area.
- Age bracket:
- Men: 18 to 35 years
- Women: 35 to 55 years
- Must be of sound medical condition and able to undertake physical activities.
- Ability to engage in physically demanding work such as road maintenance and sanitation tasks.
- Must successfully pass an aptitude test to determine suitability.
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo paramilitary training as part of the programme’s induction.
- Applicants must provide copies of their national ID card during the application process.
- Selected individuals must sign an undertaking to attend training sessions at county polytechnics twice weekly.
- All successful applicants will be required to submit their original documents for verification.
These requirements are mandatory and designed to ensure that candidates possess the necessary physical, mental, and social attributes to perform their duties effectively.
Training and Capacity Building
Successful recruits will undergo paramilitary training, a standard requirement intended to build discipline, endurance, and teamwork among participants. Additionally, beneficiaries will be required to attend training sessions twice a week in designated county polytechnics.
This training will focus on both technical skills (e.g., basic construction, sanitation practices, environmental management) and life skills (e.g., teamwork, financial literacy, personal responsibility). The goal is to prepare participants not only for their roles in the programme but also for broader future opportunities in the workforce.
Terms of Engagement
Beneficiaries of the programme will be paid a monthly stipend for their work. The stipend is designed to support participants financially while they contribute to county development projects.
The programme also emphasizes discipline, accountability, and community service. All recruits will work under supervision and are expected to adhere strictly to the regulations and code of conduct established by the County Youth Service and Women Empowerment Programme.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
The County Government of Kakamega is committed to inclusivity in recruitment. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply, provided they can perform the required tasks. The selection process is designed to ensure fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity for all eligible candidates.
It is important to note that canvassing, lobbying, or attempting to influence the recruitment process will lead to automatic disqualification.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates must follow the steps below:
- Pick up application forms from the ward administrator’s office in their respective wards.
- Fill the forms accurately and attach the necessary copies of identification documents.
- Return the completed application forms to the ward administrator’s office on or before 10th October 2025.
- Await communication regarding shortlisting, aptitude tests, and subsequent stages of the recruitment process.
Only candidates who submit fully completed forms with the required attachments will be considered. Late applications will not be accepted.
Key Deadlines
- Opening of applications: Ongoing
- Closing date for submission: 10th October 2025
- Venue for submission: Respective Ward Administrator’s Offices
Important Notes for Applicants
- Applicants are strongly advised to provide accurate and truthful information when filling out forms.
- Original documents must be produced during verification; failure to do so will lead to disqualification.
- The programme requires commitment to physical tasks; therefore, only individuals in sound health should apply.
- Successful candidates must be prepared to balance field duties with scheduled training at county polytechnics.
- Paramilitary training is compulsory for all selected candidates.
Benefits of Participation
Although the programme is designed primarily as a community development initiative, it provides participants with several benefits:
- A source of regular income through monthly stipends.
- Practical skills in sanitation, construction, security, and community management.
- Personal development through paramilitary and life-skills training.
- The opportunity to serve and improve their own community.
- Enhanced employability in future opportunities through experience and references gained.
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