Kakamega County Assembly Announces Permanent and Pensionable Jobs- How to Apply

The Kakamega County Assembly Service has announced job openings across various departments, including permanent and pensionable positions, as well as internship opportunities.

In a notice dated Friday, July 18, 2025, the County Assembly called on qualified candidates to apply.

“The County Assembly Service Board hereby invites applications from suitably qualified, competent, and interested persons to fill the following vacant positions,” the notice stated.

Kakamega County Announces Job Opportunities

The positions advertised by the County Assembly Service include: Senior Principal Legal Counsel (1 vacancy), Research Officer I (2 vacancies), Finance Officer I (1 vacancy), Accountant I (2 vacancies), and Accountant II (1 vacancy).

Other Permanent & Pensionable Positions include:

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The County Assembly has also announced 20 internship positions under the following terms:

• One-year non-renewable temporary appointment
• Degree Holders (15 vacancies) – Stipend: Kshs. 20,000
• Diploma Holders (5 vacancies) – Stipend: Kshs. 15,000

Requirements for Appointment

A) Degree Holders

1. Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Law, Public Communication, Media Relations, Business Administration, Education, Commerce, Supplies Management, Security Management, ICT, Leadership, or any related field from a recognized institution.
2. Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution.

B) Diploma Holders

1. Higher National Diploma or Ordinary Diploma in Social Sciences, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Law, Public Communication, Media Relations, Business Administration, Education, Commerce, Supplies Management, Security Management, ICT, Leadership, or any related field from a recognized institution.
2. Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution.

Application Guidelines

Interested candidates should:

1. Submit the following documents:
   • A duly filled job application form (downloadable from www.kakamega-assembly.go.ke/careers).
   • Copies of academic and professional certificates.
   • A copy of the National ID or passport.
   • An updated CV and relevant testimonials.
   • CUE accreditation (for foreign university qualifications).
2. Avoid providing false information—any discrepancies will lead to disqualification.
3. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
4. Kakamega County Assembly is an equal-opportunity employer—women, marginalized groups, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
5. Successful candidates must present original certificates, testimonials, and valid clearances from relevant agencies.

Candidates should address their applications to:
The Secretary,
County Assembly Service Board,
P.O. Box 1470-50100,
Kakamega.

Alternatively, candidates can hand-deliver applications to the County Assembly Offices (adjacent to Kakamega Law Courts) or submit their applications via Email : [email protected]

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Candidates should submit their applications by July 31, 2025, by 5:00 PM.

Detailed job descriptions, requirements, and application procedures are available at: www.kakamega-assembly.go.ke/careers.

Kakamega County Assembly further stated that its recruitment process is fair and urged all applicants to apply.

“Kakamega County Assembly is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified persons are encouraged to apply. The County Assembly does not use agents nor charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification,” read the notice.

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