The National Youth Service (NYS) has shortlisted 390 candidates for job opportunities in Australia targeting its graduates after an advertisement in August 2024.
In an update, NYS noted that it has published the names following a successful shortlisting of the candidates who applied for the jobs.
The youth service noted that it received a total of 1,370 applications while also attaching interview schedules for the shortlisted candidates.
“The application period for opportunities in Australia ended on September 3, 2024, receiving a total of 1,370 applications. After completing the shortlisting process, the Employment Liaison office publishes the names of the candidates who have met the job requirements, along with the interview schedule,” read part of the statement.
According to NYS, the shortlisted candidates who are drawn from different parts of the country are invited for interviews on the dates and time indicated against their names on the list.
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The interviews will be conducted on September 10 at the NYS Nairobi holding Unit, off Thika Road, opposite the Utalii Hotel beginning at 8.am, with all candidates required to be at the interview venue when the exercise begins.
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In addition, candidates are required to carry along their original copies of the national identification card, academic and professional certificates, transcripts and any other relevant testimonials for presentation during the interview.
The youth service also noted that candidates will be required to present updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) showing relevant work experience.
According to NYS, the CV should include Personal Information– including a photo, objective on why one applied, work experience, skills levels, education, awards, references, and images of work.
The shortlisted candidates have been warned that it is a criminal offense to submit fake/forged documents.
“Recommendation letters from your past employers will be highly needed. Wishing you all the best as you prepare to attend the job interview fair,” added NYS.
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The youth service further urged the candidates to ensure that the required certificates and other attachments are returned to them before leaving the interviews.
How to check
To check the list, candidates were advised to access it through the NYS Link.
The applicants were also advised to use an attached telephone number for any inquiries.
The jobs advertised by NYS included different categories of artisans including light vehicle mechanics, Diesel mechanics, panel beaters, plasterers (FIBROUS), window fitters, motor vehicle electricians, fitter machinist, painters, metal fabricators/welders, construction carpenters, and ceramics wall & floor tilers.
While announcing the vacancies back in August, NYS had highlighted that successful candidates will earn up to 77,000 Australian Dollars (Approximately Ksh6.6 million) every year with an additional 11 percent Superannuation.
The Youth Service noted that candidates will be required to go through a six-month probation period and will be working for 38 hours every week.
They will also be issued with a health insurance as per Australian immigration requirements and will get assistance to bring immediate family members.
Candidates will undergo an English IELTS test and are required to score an overall of 5 and individual band score.
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