The Public Service Commission has announced 86 diplomatic vacancies for qualified Kenyans to fill key roles within the Foreign Affairs Ministry.
The call for applications opens an exciting opportunity for professionals seeking to serve their country in leadership positions within Kenya’s foreign service.
The vacancies include positions for Director, Foreign Service/Minister II; Deputy Director, Foreign Service/Minister Counselor; and Assistant Director, Foreign Service/Counselor.
These roles are important to advancing Kenya’s diplomatic missions and improving international relations.
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List of Advertised Jobs
| V/NO. | POST | MINISTRY/STATE DEPARTMENT | GRADE | NO. OF VACANCIES |
| 153/2025 | Director Foreign Service/Minister II | Foreign Affairs | CSG 5 | 37 |
| 154/2025 | Deputy Director Foreign Service/Minister Counsellor | Foreign Affairs | CSG 6 | 26 |
| 155/2025 | Assistant Director Foreign Service/Counsellor | Foreign Affairs | CSG 7 | 23 |
Requirements
Applicants are required to have the following:
- A valid certificate of good conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).
- A valid clearance certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
- A valid tax compliance certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
- A current clearance certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
- A current report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online via the Public Service Commission’s official website at www.publicservice.go.ke or the job portal www.psckjobs.go.ke
The deadline for submissions is November 18, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. East African Time.
The commission stated that the application process is free, warning the public against fraudsters posing as commission staff and soliciting bribes.
No fees are required for applications, shortlisting, interviews, or appointments.
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This recruitment drive shows the commission’s commitment to ensuring an efficient, effective, ethical, and inclusive public service that delivers quality services to Kenyan citizens.
Role of Public Service Commission
The Public Service Commission, operating under Kenya Vision 2030, remains dedicated to recruiting skilled professionals who will uphold the integrity and excellence of the nation’s public service.
Its primary function is to maintain a professional, competent, and impartial civil service capable of delivering public services efficiently.
By conducting transparent and merit-based recruitment processes, the PSC ensures that government positions are filled by qualified individuals.
The Public Service Commission serves an advisory role to the government on human resource management and policy matters concerning public service.
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