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The Kwale County Public Service Board has announced new employment opportunities for individuals seeking careers in county public service. The latest recruitment covers positions within the Office of the County Attorney and the Department of Public Service and Administration, with a total of eight vacancies available across five different job categories.

The advertised positions range from village-level administrative roles to senior positions in administration and legal services. They include Principal Legal Counsel, Chief Legal Counsel, Administrative Assistant III, Senior Assistant Administrative Officer and Assistant Director Administration.

All the advertised positions are offered on permanent and pensionable terms. Successful candidates will be deployed to various duty stations within Kwale County, including the County Headquarters, Matuga Sub County, Samburu/Chengoni Ward and designated village units.

The application deadline for all five job categories is Thursday, 27 August 2026 at 4:30 p.m. Applications are to be submitted in accordance with the instructions issued by the Kwale County Public Service Board.

Below is a detailed overview of the available Kwale County Government job vacancies, their respective duty stations, responsibilities, requirements and application procedure.

Summary of Available Positions

1. Principal Legal Counsel – Job Group ‘N’ – 1 position
2. Chief Legal Counsel – Job Group ‘M’ – 1 position
3. Administrative Assistant III – Job Group ‘G’ – 4 positions
4. Senior Assistant Administrative Officer – Job Group ‘L’ – 1 position
5. Assistant Director Administration – Job Group ‘P’ – 1 position

Total vacancies: 8

Application deadline: 27 August 2026 at 4:30 p.m.

Terms of service: Permanent and pensionable

1. Principal Legal Counsel – Job Group ‘N’

Vacancy No: 42/2026/KCPSB

Number of positions: 1

Location: Kwale County Headquarters

Terms of service: Permanent and pensionable

Application deadline: 27 August 2026

The Principal Legal Counsel position is based within the Office of the County Attorney. The officer will undertake a broad range of legal responsibilities relating to county operations, legal compliance, litigation, policy development, contracts and protection of the County Government’s legal interests.

The position requires the officer to participate in implementing strategic plans and objectives relating to the legal function. The officer will also be responsible for ensuring that county undertakings comply with applicable policies, laws and other legal provisions.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Principal Legal Counsel will be responsible for:

• Implementing strategic plans and objectives relating to the legal function.
• Ensuring compliance with policies, legal requirements and applicable provisions in the undertakings of the County Government.
• Undertaking research on specific areas of law to support county operations, decision-making and legal processes.
• Safeguarding the interests of the County Government in legal matters.
• Identifying issues and areas requiring the formulation or review of legal policies.
• Identifying legal risks affecting the County Government and developing appropriate mitigation measures.
• Negotiating disputes with the objective of resolving matters out of court where appropriate.
• Drafting legal opinions on matters affecting the County Government.
• Preparing legal reports concerning various matters affecting county operations.
• Undertaking legal audits to assess the County Government’s level of compliance with applicable legal requirements.
• Drafting, vetting and reviewing leases.
• Drafting, vetting and reviewing agreements entered into by the County Government.
• Drafting, vetting and reviewing memoranda of understanding.
• Preparing progress reports concerning court cases involving the County Government.
• Handling pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries.
• Monitoring issues of non-compliance and preparing relevant reports.
• Reviewing ongoing legal cases and advising county management accordingly.
• Providing legal advice on matters affecting the County Government.
• Appearing before courts, tribunals and commissions on behalf of the County Government and its departments.
• Conducting litigation for or against the County Government and its departments.
• Conducting advocate-client interviews in matters involving the County Government.
• Drafting court pleadings.
• Drafting and reviewing contracts.
• Participating in the revision of laws.
• Drafting legislative documents, including Bills, Regulations, Policies and By-laws.
• Carrying out other legal responsibilities in accordance with instructions provided by supervisors.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this position, an applicant should:

• Have served in the grade of Senior Legal Counsel for a minimum period of three years.
• Hold a Bachelor of Laws degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law.
• Have been admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
• Hold a current practising certificate.
• Have a certificate in computer application skills.
• Comply with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
• Have demonstrated professional competence and merit as reflected in work performance and results.

2. Chief Legal Counsel – Job Group ‘M’

Vacancy No: 41/2026/KCPSB

Number of positions: 1

Location: County Headquarters

Terms of service: Permanent and pensionable

Application deadline: 27 August 2026

The Chief Legal Counsel will serve within the Office of the County Attorney and undertake legal work relating to compliance, litigation, legal research, contracts, legislative drafting, legal risk management and advisory services.

The position involves protecting the County Government’s legal interests while supporting county departments in carrying out their functions within the applicable legal and policy framework.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Chief Legal Counsel will be responsible for:

• Implementing strategic plans and objectives relating to the legal function.
• Ensuring compliance with policies, legal requirements and relevant provisions in county undertakings.
• Conducting research on specific legal areas.
• Safeguarding the interests of the County Government in legal matters.
• Identifying matters and areas requiring legal policy formulation.
• Participating in the review of legal policies.
• Identifying legal risks that may affect the County Government.
• Developing measures to mitigate identified legal risks.
• Negotiating disputes with the objective of achieving out-of-court settlements where appropriate.
• Drafting legal opinions concerning issues affecting the County Government.
• Preparing reports on legal matters affecting the County.
• Undertaking legal audits to determine the County Government’s level of compliance with various legal requirements.
• Drafting, vetting and reviewing leases.
• Drafting, vetting and reviewing agreements.
• Drafting, vetting and reviewing memoranda of understanding.
• Preparing progress reports relating to court cases.
• Handling pre-litigation disputes and legal inquiries.
• Monitoring issues of non-compliance and preparing reports.
• Reviewing ongoing court cases and advising management on relevant legal issues.
• Providing and interpreting legal information.
• Giving legal advice to the County Government and its departments.
• Appearing before courts, tribunals and commissions.
• Conducting litigation for and against the County Government and its departments.
• Conducting advocate-client interviews.
• Drafting court pleadings.
• Drafting and reviewing contracts.
• Participating in the revision of laws.
• Drafting legislative documents such as Bills, Regulations, Policies and By-laws.
• Undertaking assignments and instructions issued by supervisors in connection with the legal function.

Requirements for Appointment

Applicants for the Chief Legal Counsel position should:

• Have served in the grade of Senior Legal Counsel for a minimum period of three years.
• Hold a Bachelor of Laws degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law.
• Have been admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
• Hold a current practising certificate.
• Have a certificate in computer application skills.
• Comply with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
• Have demonstrated professional competence and merit as reflected in work performance and results.

3. Administrative Assistant III – Job Group ‘G’

Number of positions: 4

Locations:

1. Mwananyamala Village Unit
2. Bofu Village Unit
3. Ng’ombeni Village Unit
4. Chigato/Mnyenzeni Village Unit

Terms of service: Permanent and pensionable

Application deadline: 27 August 2026

The Administrative Assistant III positions fall under the Department of Public Service and Administration. Four vacancies are available, with officers expected to serve in the designated village units.

This role supports administration and governance at the village level. The Administrative Assistant III will be responsible to the relevant administrator and will support the participation of the respective village unit in governance and local administrative processes.

A major component of the position involves strengthening administrative capacity at the village level so that local units can effectively participate in governance and exercise their assigned functions and powers.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Administrative Assistant III will be responsible for:

• Ensuring and coordinating the participation of the respective village unit in governance.
• Supporting processes intended to enable residents and local structures to participate in governance at the village level.
• Assisting the village unit in developing the administrative capacity required for effective performance of its functions.
• Supporting the village unit in exercising its powers and participating in governance at the local level.
• Exercising functions and powers that may be delegated by the County Public Service Board under Section 86 of the County Governments Act, 2012.

The position therefore forms part of the administrative structure through which county governance and public administration are coordinated at the local level.

Requirements for Appointment

For direct appointment to the Administrative Assistant III position, a candidate must:

• Have a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education.
• Hold a certificate in Public Administration, Business Administration/Management, Community Development or any other Social Sciences from a recognized institution.
• Have a certificate in computer application.

The four available positions correspond with the four village units identified in the vacancy announcement.

4. Senior Assistant Administrative Officer – Job Group ‘L’

Number of positions: 1

Location: Samburu/Chengoni Ward

Terms of service: Permanent and pensionable

Application deadline: 27 August 2026

The Senior Assistant Administrative Officer will work within the Department of Public Service and Administration and will be stationed in Samburu/Chengoni Ward.

The officer will be responsible to the Administrative Officer and will participate in policy and planning processes, community development activities, provision and maintenance of public service infrastructure, delegated administrative functions and citizen participation.

The position has a strong connection with local administration and the coordination of county government activities involving communities.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Senior Assistant Administrative Officer will be responsible for:

• Participating in the development of policies.
• Participating in the preparation and development of plans.
• Supporting developmental activities intended to empower communities.
• Supporting the provision of infrastructure and facilities required for public services.
• Supporting the maintenance of infrastructure and facilities used in the delivery of public services.
• Exercising functions and powers delegated by the County Public Service Board under Section 86 of the County Governments Act, 2012.
• Coordinating citizen participation in the development of policies.
• Facilitating citizen participation in the preparation and development of plans.
• Coordinating and facilitating citizen participation in the delivery of public services.

The officer will therefore contribute to the connection between county administrative structures and communities, particularly in relation to policy development, planning, development activities and service delivery.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an applicant should:

• Hold a diploma in Public Administration, Business Administration/Management, Community Development or any other Social Sciences from a recognized institution.
• Have served in the grade of Assistant Administrative Officer I or in a comparable and relevant position for a minimum period of three years.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration/Management, Community Development or any other Social Sciences from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.
• Have undertaken a Supervisory Management course or hold an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Have a certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution.

5. Assistant Director Administration – Job Group ‘P’

Number of positions: 1

Location: Matuga Sub County

Terms of service: Permanent and pensionable

Application deadline: 27 August 2026

The Assistant Director Administration position is a senior administrative role within the Department of Public Service and Administration. The successful candidate will be stationed in Matuga Sub County and will be responsible to the relevant Deputy Director or Director of Administration.

The position involves policy and planning responsibilities, service delivery, community development, public service infrastructure and citizen participation.

The officer will also exercise administrative functions and powers delegated under the relevant provisions of the County Governments Act.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Assistant Director Administration will be responsible for:

• Participating in and supporting the development of policies.
• Participating in the development of administrative and service plans.
• Supporting and coordinating service delivery.
• Supporting developmental activities intended to empower communities.
• Supporting the provision of infrastructure and facilities required for public services.
• Supporting the maintenance of infrastructure and facilities used for the delivery of public services.
• Exercising functions and powers delegated by the County Public Service Board under Section 86 of the County Governments Act, 2012.
• Facilitating citizen participation in county governance processes.
• Coordinating citizen participation in the development of policies.
• Facilitating and coordinating citizen participation in the development of plans.
• Facilitating and coordinating citizen participation in the delivery of services.

The Assistant Director Administration will consequently contribute to administrative coordination within Matuga Sub County, including activities associated with planning, public service delivery, community development and citizen involvement in county affairs.

Requirements for Appointment

Applicants for the Assistant Director Administration position should:

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration/Management, Community Development or any other Social Sciences from a recognized institution.
• Have served in the grade of Principal Administrative Officer or in a comparable and relevant position for a minimum period of three years.
• A Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration/Management, Community Development or any other Social Science from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.
• Have a Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four weeks from a recognized institution.
• Administrative Officers Examination (PSCK) is an added advantage.
• Have a certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution.

Important Application Information

The Kwale County Public Service Board has provided a common application procedure for the advertised positions.

All applications should be submitted on or before Thursday, 27 August 2026 at 4:30 p.m.

Applicants should submit their applications in a sealed envelope. The envelope should be clearly marked on the left-hand side with the category or position for which the applicant is applying.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Board Secretary/CEO
Kwale County Public Service Board
P.O. Box 4 – 80403
Kwale

Applications may be posted or hand-delivered to the Kwale County Public Service Board Offices located next to Kwale District Hospital and opposite Baraza Park in Kwale Town.

Documents to Attach

Applicants should attach copies of the documents specified for the position. The general application instructions require copies of:

• National ID Card
• Academic and professional certificates
• Leaving certificates and other testimonials

Applicants for the legal positions are additionally required to attach:

• Valid practising licence
• Registration certificates from the relevant professional body

Applicants should ensure that the application is complete and that the position being applied for is clearly indicated on the envelope before submission.

Women and persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply for the advertised opportunities.

Application Deadline

The closing date for all five advertised job categories is:

Thursday, 27 August 2026 at 4:30 p.m.

Candidates intending to apply should take note that the official application procedure requires applications to be posted or physically delivered to the Kwale County Public Service Board Offices. Applicants should therefore allow adequate time for their documents to reach the Board before the stated deadline.

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