Entry Level Government Jobs in Kenya (November 2024)

Entry Level Government Jobs in Kenya 2024 is now open for fresh graduates. It is no surprise that newly graduated individuals find it difficult to secure professional jobs.

Due to that, we came up with workarounds to help our Kenyan readers secure entry level government jobs.

With no significant experience and relevant competencies, you can still work as a professional worker for a Kenyan Government body, but at a lower or basic level, or intern positions.

You see, you are just at the right place to know about the ongoing entry level government jobs in Kenya. Not only that, but their qualifications and how to apply for them.

So, that being said, let’s proceed.

Entry Level Government Jobs in Kenya 2024

1. Radiographer III

Job Type: Entry Level

Employer: Turkana County Government

Application Closing Date: August, 2024

The County Public Service Board of Turkana is seeking to hire a Radiographer who will work under the supervision and guidance of an experienced officer.

To be appointed, you must satisfy the following:

• Citizen of Kenyan
• You must have a mean grade C (plain) in the core subjects in KCSE
• Applicant must have a Diploma in Ultrasound, Computerized Tomography, Diagnostic Radiography or its equivalent

2. Assistant Forest Officer

Job Type: Entry Level

Employer: Embu County Government

Application Closing Date: August, 2024

Embu County Government is inviting application from qualified candidates for the emerged “Assistant Forest Officer” job vacancy in its board:

• Candidate must possess a Diploma in relevant field
• Certification in computer proficiency is required for this role

3. Compliance Officer

Job Type: Basic Level

Employer: National Social Security Fund (NSSF)

Application Closing Date: 9th September, 2024

As a jobholder of the position, you must satisfied the following thoroughly:

• Applicant must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Law, or related field 
• He/she must be a computer literate, proficient in mobile applications

4. Security Officer

Job Type: Basic Level

Employer: National Social Security Fund (NSSF)

Application Closing Date: 9th September, 2024

This position is an entry level job. The jobholder will work under the supervision of a senior officer 

• Candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology or any security-related field from a recognized institution
• He/she must be proficient in computer applications 

5. Assistant Records Management Officer III

Job Type: Basic Level

Employer: National Social Security Fund (NSSF)

Application Closing Date: 9th September, 2024

• This role requires a Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Information Sciences; Records Management and Information Technology, Archives and Records Management or related field from a recognized Institution.
• Applicant must also be familiar with computer applications.

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6. Office Assistant II

Job Type: Basic Level

Employer: National Social Security Fund (NSSF)

Application Closing Date: 9th September, 2024

The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) of Kenya is seeking to hire for an entry level Office Assistant II. The jobholder must possess the following to be eligible;

• You must have KCSE D- (minus) or its Equivalent
• Proficiency in computer applications is required

7. Office Administrator II

Job Type: Entry Level

Employer: National Social Security Fund (NSSF)

Application Closing Date: 9th September, 2024

An Office Administrator is needed at the National Social Security Fund. The vacant position for entry level, hence applicant do not need to be fully experienced, rather they are to possess the following:

• Bachelors’ Degree in Secretarial Studies or related field from a recognized institution; and
• Proficiency in computer applications

8. ICT Officer II

Job Type: Basic Level

Employer: County Government of Migori

Application Closing Date: 9th September, 2024

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field from a recognized institution; and
• Proficiency in computer applications are required for the role

9. Fingerprints Officer II

Job Type: Basic Level

Employer: National Social Security Fund (NSSF)

Application Closing Date: 9th September, 2024

The job holder will be responsible for the classification and filing of fingerprint records as per their patterns and formations. To get employed, the following criteria must be met:

• Applicant must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Forensic Science or related field from a recognized Institution
• Proficiency in computer applications ia mandatory for the role

10. Senior Dynamics 365 Business Central Developer

Job Type: Entry Level

Employer: Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI)

Application Closing Date: 4th September, 2024

To be eligible for the role, applicant must have the following in his/her possession:

• A minimum of four (4) years of relevant work experience
• Candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• You must have Proven experience with Dynamics 365 Business Central development, including AL language programming and extensions

11. Laboratory Technologist – Siaya

Job Type: Basic Level

Employer: Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI)

Application Closing Date: 4th September, 2024

The requirements for this role are as follows:

• Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognized institution
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technician and Technologist Board (KMLTTB)
• Analytical, Lab technique troubleshooting, Communication, and Reporting skills. You must also be a team player

12. Senior Registered  Nurse (Perioperative Nurse)

Job Type: Basic Level

Employer: County Government of Machakos

Application Closing Date: 22nd August, 2024

The County Government of Machakos is seeking to hire a qualified candidate for the entry level nurse position. The applicant must possess the following:

• The candidate applying must be a holder of a Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing, Kenya Registered Nursing, Kenya Registered Nursing/Midwifery or Kenya Registered Nursing/Mental Health and Psychiatry from a recognized institution.
• You must have a Valid Practicing License and Registered Certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya.

13. ICT Officer

Job Type: Basic Level

Employer: Kenya Power and Lighting Company

Application Closing Date: 22nd August, 2024

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field from a recognized Institution

How to Apply for Entry Level Government Jobs in Kenya 2024

To successfully apply for entry level Government jobs in Kenya, you must go to the website of the entity hiring, select the vacant position you are interested in, click the apply button to fill the application form, scan and attach the documents required, review and submit the application.

Alternatively, some entities might insist on you sending your application to their official email address. So, if it comes down to that, just proceed as instructed.