Exciting news as KENAS recruitment 2024 has commenced. If you would like to apply for Kenya Accreditation Service jobs/vacancies then carefully follow through the guidelines on this page.
Recently, the management Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) announced fresh vacancies and thereby invites application from interested candidates via the online career portal.
The application portal is currently open, and only candidates who meets the job requirements and qualifications are advice to apply.
About Kenya Accreditation Service
Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) was first founded as National Calibration Service in 1984 which in 2004 metamorphosed into its current name and state.
The primary objective of KENAS to approve and oversee both private and public organization to ensure conformity with national standards.
Organizations oversee by KENAS includes testing laboratories, calibration laboratories, medical laboratories, certification bodies, inspection and certification parastatal etc.
To foster the rapid growth and achievement of set goals, KENAS recruitment exercise is use as a reliable tool to employ suitably qualified, committed and result oriented individuals.
In this regard, if you have been seeking for an opportunity to work in government parastatal then you can maximize this opportunity by applying for Kenya Accreditation Service jobs 2024.
When is Next KENAS Recruitment 2024?
Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) next recruitment is starting on Thursday, 18th July, 2024. Applications are to be submitted online at www.kenas.go.ke/careers by interested candidates.
The application process has been declared free of charge by the management of KENAS and candidates who tries to canvass with the recruitment form will automatically get disqualified.
Kenya Accreditation Service Jobs 2024
Current vacancies in Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) that has mandated this recruitment exercise are;
- Technical Trainers
- Accreditation Officers, Testing Laboratories
- Assistant office Administrator, Chief Managers
- Assistant Office Administrator, Chief Manager
- Internal Auditor
- Senior Office Assistant, Executive Office
- Chief Executive Office
Eligibility Criteria for KENAS Recruitment
Irrespective of this position applying for, candidates must:
- Be a citizen of Kenya with government issued ID card.
- Have at least D+ mean grade in KCSE including English and Swahili Languages.
- Be in compliance with chapter six (6) of the constitution by possessing clearance certificates from DCI, KRA, HELB, EACC< CRB etc.
Requirements for KENAS Recruitment 2024
There are set out criteria to be achieved by applicants and failure to meet these requirements makes you ineligible for application.
Technical Trainers
Technical experts are needed in accreditation program such as; Testing, Inspection, Calibration, Medical Testing, Veterinary testing, Proficiency testing, Management system certification, Validation and verification, Product certification, Certification of Persons ISO and Biotechnology (Biobanking) etc.
To qualify for this role, here are the key criteria which you must meet.
- Applicant must have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in technical discipline. Those with Master’s have an added advantage.
- A minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of relevant work experience is required.
- Attending a TOT training course for at least one (1) week is a plus.
- Candidate must possess good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong capability in English and Swahili languages is mandatory.
- Possess work experience either as a trainer or industrial training specialist is also an added advantage.
- Ability to work under pressure to meet strictly deadline.
Chief Executive Officer
As the Chief Executive Office you will be overseeing day to day running of KENAS to ensure attainment of organizational mandate.
- Candidates applying for this role must have a first and Post graduate degree in Science, Information Technology, Business administration or relevant academic discipline.
- Must possess a minimum of ten (10) years experience, part of which must be a managerial positions.
- Must not be a holder of public office.
- Be a member of professional body relevant to his or her discipline.
- Must have certifications in Corporate Governance and Strategic Leadership Development programme.
Assistant Office Administrator, Chief Manager
You will be directing the administrative arm of KENAS, travel itineraries and provide other necessary support.
- Applicant of this role must have a Diploma in Secretarial Studies from KNEC.
- Must be conversant with shorthand III at 100 wpm and also be proficient in computer applications.
Other active jobs in Kenya:
- KPA Recruitment
- KCB Recruitment
- Kenya Airways Recruitment
- Laikipia University Recruitment
- Konza Technopolis Authority Recruitment
How to Apply for KENAS Jobs 2024
Candidates applying for position of technical trainers are to send a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), National ID card or Passport, copies of academic and professional certifications to trainers@kenas.go.ke.
Applying for other vacancies requires you visit KENAS recruitment portal (www.kenas.go.ke/careers), select the position of your choice, complete the online application form, attach relevant documents and submit.
KENAS Recruitment 2024 Deadline
Candidates submitting application for vacancies announced by Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) must do so not later than Wednesday, 31st July, 2024. Inability to apply on or before stipulated deadline disqualifies you off the process.
These are the necessary things you should know about Kenya Accreditation Service recruitment process, in case you have a question, let us know in the comment section below.
At the end of the day, only candidates shortlisted by KENAS shall be contacted.
