The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) is a State Corporation established under the Kenya Roads Act, 2007 and operating under the Ministry of Roads and Transport. The Authority is mandated to manage, develop, rehabilitate, and maintain national trunk roads across Kenya, ensuring safe, efficient, and sustainable transport infrastructure that supports economic growth and national development.
In line with its statutory mandate and ongoing institutional strengthening, KeNHA invites applications from suitably qualified and competent persons to fill multiple vacant positions on permanent and pensionable terms of service. These roles span technical, professional, administrative, legal, planning, and support functions that are critical to the effective delivery of the Authority’s mandate.
This recruitment presents an opportunity for professionals seeking long-term public service careers within a structured, performance-driven, and accountability-focused government institution.
Available Vacancies
1. Deputy Director, Legal Services
Grade: KeNHA 3
Posts: 1
The Deputy Director, Legal Services will provide strategic legal leadership and oversight across the Authority’s operations. The role is responsible for coordinating legal advisory services, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting corporate governance at senior management level.
Key duties and responsibilities include providing legal advice on contracts, infrastructure projects, land acquisition, and public-private partnerships; overseeing litigation and dispute resolution processes involving the Authority; reviewing and approving legal documents, agreements, and statutory instruments; advising management on compliance with national laws, regulations, and policies; supporting Board and committee functions through legal input; supervising legal officers and clerical staff; and contributing to policy development and institutional risk management.
2. Land Surveyor
Grade: KeNHA 7
Posts: 2
The Land Surveyor will support surveying functions related to road development, land acquisition, and infrastructure planning.
Responsibilities include conducting land and route surveys for road projects; preparing and interpreting survey plans and maps; establishing and maintaining survey control points; supporting wayleave acquisition and boundary determination; verifying land dimensions and coordinates for compensation and valuation processes; assisting in resolving boundary disputes; and maintaining accurate survey records in compliance with statutory requirements.
3. GIS Officer
Grade: KeNHA 7
Posts: 2
The GIS Officer will manage spatial data systems to support planning, monitoring, and decision-making across road infrastructure projects.
Duties include developing and maintaining GIS databases; collecting, analyzing, and visualizing spatial data related to road networks; supporting mapping and geospatial analysis for planning and monitoring; integrating GIS outputs with other information systems; producing thematic maps and reports; ensuring data accuracy and consistency; and supporting departments with geospatial information needs.
4. Business Development Officer II
Grade: KeNHA 8
Posts: 1
This role supports the Authority’s strategic growth initiatives and resource mobilization efforts.
Key responsibilities include supporting business development strategies; conducting market and stakeholder analysis; identifying partnership and funding opportunities; supporting feasibility studies for new initiatives; preparing concept notes and proposals; coordinating stakeholder engagements; supporting performance tracking of strategic initiatives; and contributing to revenue optimization and sustainability planning.
5. Physical Planner II
Grade: KeNHA 8
Posts: 2
The Physical Planner II will support spatial planning functions related to national road corridors and infrastructure development.
Responsibilities include preparing physical development plans; supporting corridor planning and land-use integration; reviewing development proposals affecting road reserves; supporting environmental and social planning processes; liaising with county governments and planning authorities; contributing to development control and compliance; and maintaining planning documentation and records.
6. Land Valuer II
Grade: KeNHA 8
Posts: 1
The Land Valuer II supports valuation activities related to land acquisition and compensation for road projects.
Duties include conducting valuation of land and property affected by infrastructure projects; preparing valuation reports; supporting compensation assessments; verifying ownership and land use details; liaising with affected persons and stakeholders; supporting dispute resolution related to valuation matters; and maintaining valuation records in line with statutory requirements.
7. Legal Officer II
Grade: KeNHA 8
Posts: 3
The Legal Officer II provides operational legal support across various departments.
Responsibilities include drafting and reviewing contracts and legal documents; supporting litigation and arbitration processes; conducting legal research; advising departments on legal and regulatory compliance; supporting land acquisition and compensation processes; preparing legal opinions; and maintaining legal records and case files.
8. Human Resource Management Officer II
Grade: KeNHA 8
Posts: 1
This role supports the implementation of human resource policies and practices within the Authority.
Key duties include supporting recruitment and selection processes; coordinating staff training and development programs; managing performance management systems; supporting employee relations and welfare initiatives; maintaining HR records; supporting disciplinary and grievance processes; and ensuring compliance with labor laws and public service regulations.
9. Corporate Communications Officer II
Grade: KeNHA 8
Posts: 2
The Corporate Communications Officer II supports internal and external communication functions.
Responsibilities include developing communication materials; managing media relations; supporting public awareness campaigns; coordinating stakeholder communication; managing digital and print content; supporting crisis communication; documenting corporate events; and ensuring consistency of corporate messaging.
10. Security Officer II
Grade: KeNHA 8
Posts: 1
The Security Officer II supports the safety and security of personnel, assets, and facilities.
Duties include implementing security policies and procedures; coordinating access control and surveillance; conducting risk assessments; liaising with law enforcement agencies; supporting incident response and investigations; ensuring compliance with security standards; and maintaining security reports and records.
11. Legal Clerk III
Grade: KeNHA 9
Posts: 2
The Legal Clerk III provides clerical and administrative support to the Legal Services function.
Responsibilities include maintaining legal files and records; assisting in document preparation and filing; supporting court processes and case tracking; managing correspondence; scheduling legal appointments; and ensuring proper documentation management.
12. Assistant Office Administrator III
Grade: KeNHA 9
Posts: 1
This role supports general office administration functions.
Duties include managing office correspondence; maintaining filing systems; supporting meeting coordination; managing office supplies; supporting records management; assisting in travel and logistics arrangements; and providing general administrative support to departments.
13. Assistant Records and Information Management Officer III
Grade: KeNHA 9
Posts: 2
The Assistant Records and Information Management Officer III supports the management of institutional records and information systems.
Responsibilities include filing and retrieval of records; maintaining records registers; supporting digitization initiatives; ensuring compliance with records management policies; safeguarding confidential information; assisting in records audits; and supporting information access and retrieval.
Application Instructions
Interested candidates who meet the requirements detailed in the respective job descriptions should submit their applications online using the official links provided below:
- Deputy Director, Legal Services:
Application Link: https://forms.office.com/r/Uk8gutfQdG - All Other Positions:
Application Link: https://forms.office.com/r/4G0KYCa93h
Detailed job descriptions and requirements are available on the KeNHA website at www.kenha.co.ke.
All applications must be submitted no later than 2nd March, 2026 at 5.00 p.m. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
KeNHA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Women, persons with disabilities, and candidates from marginalized communities are encouraged to apply. Applicants with disabilities are requested to indicate their status on the application form.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya and will be expected to present clearance documents from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission, Kenya Revenue Authority, Higher Education Loans Board, National Police Service, and the Credit Reference Bureau during the interview stage. These documents are not required at the point of application.
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https://kenha.co.ke/careers
