Declaration of Vacancies at County Government of Kitui – 2026

Declaration of Vacancies at County Government of Kitui – 2026

SEO Title: County Government of Kitui Jobs 2026 – 29 Vacancy Categories Announced

Meta Description: The County Government of Kitui is recruiting for 29 job categories, including Youth Polytechnic Instructors, Nurses, Accountants, Engineers, Communications Officers and Administrative Staff. Applications close November 16, 2026.

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Job Details

- Employer: County Government of Kitui

- Location: Kitui County, Kenya

- Job Type: Full-Time

- Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

- Number of Vacancy Categories: 29

- Job Categories: Education, Healthcare, Finance, Administration, Engineering, Agriculture, ICT, Communications and Technical Services

- Application Deadline: November 16, 2026

Job Overview

The County Government of Kitui has announced multiple employment opportunities for qualified Kenyan citizens seeking to join the county public service.

The recruitment covers 29 job categories, with several positions offering multiple vacancies. Opportunities are available for professionals in education and technical training, healthcare, accounting, administration, engineering, agriculture, land management and public communications.

Some of the largest recruitment categories include Youth Polytechnic Instructor III positions in different technical disciplines, Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses and Medical Laboratory Technologists.

The county is also recruiting accountants, engineers, administrative officers, communications professionals, agricultural officers and other technical personnel.

Most positions are offered on permanent and pensionable terms. Applicants must meet the academic, professional and experience requirements for their preferred positions.

About the County Government of Kitui

The County Government of Kitui is responsible for delivering devolved government services and supporting development across Kitui County.

Its functions include healthcare, agriculture, education and vocational training, infrastructure development, water services, trade, public administration and community development.

Through this recruitment, the county seeks to strengthen its workforce and improve service delivery to residents.

Available Job Positions

The following vacancies have been advertised:

A. Youth Polytechnic Instructor III Positions

The County Government of Kitui is recruiting instructors in the following technical and vocational training areas:

1. Youth Polytechnic Instructor III – Fashion Design and Garment Making: 41 Posts

2. Youth Polytechnic Instructor III – Hair Dressing and Beauty Therapy: 42 Posts

3. Youth Polytechnic Instructor III – Building Construction Technology: 36 Posts

4. Youth Polytechnic Instructor III – Approved Carpentry and Joinery: 15 Posts

5. Youth Polytechnic Instructor III – Motor Vehicle Mechanics Technology: 17 Posts

6. Youth Polytechnic Instructor III – Electrical and Electronic Technology: 14 Posts

7. Youth Polytechnic Instructor III – Metal Processing, Arc and Gas Welding Technology: 28 Posts

8. Youth Polytechnic Instructor III – ICT (Information Communication Technology): 10 Posts

9. Youth Polytechnic Instructor III – Plumbing and Fitting: 10 Posts

10. Youth Polytechnic Instructor III – Leather Work: Number of posts not specified

11. Youth Polytechnic Instructor III – Food and Beverages: 10 Posts

Key Responsibilities

The instructors will be expected to:

- Prepare and maintain schemes of work, lesson plans, lesson notes and trainee records.

- Develop and maintain teaching and learning materials.

- Assess trainees and monitor their academic and practical progress.

- Ensure proper care and maintenance of tools and equipment.

- Conduct co-curricular activities.

- Maintain trainee discipline.

- Undertake research in their respective technical areas.

- Guide and counsel trainees.

Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants should:

- Be Kenyan citizens.

- Hold a Diploma in a relevant technical or vocational discipline from a recognised institution.

- Possess a Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution.

The advertised technical disciplines include ICT, engineering, construction, agriculture, leather technology, hair dressing and beauty therapy, fashion design, food technology, catering, carpentry and joinery, among other relevant fields.

Candidates should ensure that their qualifications match the specific teaching discipline.

B. Other Professional and Technical Positions

12. Diver – 2 Posts

Job Category: Sports, Fitness and Personal Care

Duties and Responsibilities

- Undertake diving and underwater search and rescue operations.

- Assist in recovering persons, bodies and property from water bodies.

- Respond to drowning and other water-related emergencies.

- Operate and maintain diving and rescue equipment.

- Participate in water rescue drills and emergency preparedness activities.

- Maintain records of diving and rescue operations.

- Observe prescribed safety procedures during diving operations.

Qualifications and Requirements

- Kenyan citizenship.

- KCSE certificate or equivalent qualification.

- Recognised diving certificate.

- Ability to swim and undertake diving operations in running and stationary waters.

- Physical fitness and ability to work in water and emergency situations.

- Good communication and teamwork skills.

Training in water rescue and first aid will be an added advantage.

13. Senior Accountant – 3 Posts

Job Category: Finance / Accounting / Audit

Duties and Responsibilities

- Prepare accurate management reports.

- Plan, direct, coordinate and supervise accounting activities.

- Train and develop staff under their supervision.

- Set performance targets for assigned sections.

- Undertake accounting-related assignments.

- Authorise payments and sign cheques within approved limits.

- Verify financial returns, documents and vouchers.

- Monitor revenue collection and ensure proper custody of government assets and accounting records.

Qualifications and Requirements

- Kenyan citizenship.

- At least three years' service as an Accountant I, Job Group K, or in a comparable relevant public service position.

- CPA Part III or an equivalent recognised qualification.

Alternatively, applicants may hold a Bachelor's Degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Business Administration (Accounting option) or an equivalent qualification, together with CPA Part II or its approved equivalent.

- Certificate in Computer Applications.

14. Biomedical Engineering Technician III – 2 Posts

Job Category: Engineering / Technical

Duties and Responsibilities

- Undertake routine maintenance and repairs of basic medical equipment, plants, instruments and utilities in health facilities.

- Collect information for research.

- Collect medical engineering service information for entry into the Integrated Health Information Management System.

- Carry out minor repairs of health facilities and utilities.

- Implement medical engineering programmes and projects.

Qualifications and Requirements

- Kenyan citizenship.

- Certificate in Medical Engineering or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.

- Certificate in Computer Applications.

15. Medical Laboratory Technologist III – 16 Posts

Job Category: Science / Healthcare

Duties and Responsibilities

- Decontaminate laboratory workbenches.

- Receive and scrutinise laboratory requisition forms and specimens.

- Prepare clients for specimen collection.

- Receive, collect, label and register specimens.

- Prepare specimens for processing and analysis.

- Prepare reagents and stains.

- Examine specimens and record laboratory results.

- Dispatch results for clinical management.

- Perform blood grouping.

- Issue blood and blood products to peripheral health facilities.

- Store blood products under the required conditions.

Qualifications and Requirements

- Kenyan citizenship.

- Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences or an equivalent qualification from an institution recognised by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB).

- Registration certificate issued by KMLTTB.

- Valid practising licence from KMLTTB.

- Certificate in Computer Applications.

16. Enrolled Nurse III – 10 Posts

Job Category: Medical / Healthcare

Duties and Responsibilities

- Assess patients and establish their healthcare needs.

- Plan and implement nursing care interventions.

- Provide healthcare services, including immunisation and antenatal care.

- Assist in delivery services and refer patients appropriately.

- Evaluate patient outcomes and prepare reports.

- Prepare individualised patient discharge plans.

- Conduct school health assessments and implement interventions.

- Maintain patient health records.

- Ensure a clean and safe clinical environment.

- Conduct home visits and follow up discharged patients.

- Treat minor ailments.

Qualifications and Requirements

- Kenyan citizenship.

- Certificate in Kenya Enrolled Nursing, Kenya Enrolled Community Health Nursing, Kenya Enrolled Midwifery, Kenya Enrolled Psychiatric Nursing or an equivalent recognised nursing qualification.

- Enrolment certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya.

- Valid practising licence from the Nursing Council of Kenya.

- Certificate in Computer Applications.

17. Registered Nurse III – 40 Posts

Job Category: Medical / Healthcare

Duties and Responsibilities

- Assess patients and plan appropriate nursing interventions.

- Implement nursing care and evaluate patient outcomes.

- Provide healthcare services, including Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI).

- Provide immunisation and prevention of mother-to-child transmission services.

- Offer antenatal care and delivery services.

- Educate and counsel patients and communities on health needs.

- Refer patients appropriately.

- Facilitate patient admission and initiate discharge plans.

- Maintain patient health records.

- Ensure a safe clinical environment.

- Collect and compile health data.

Qualifications and Requirements

- Kenyan citizenship.

- Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing, Kenya Registered Nursing, Kenya Registered Midwifery, Kenya Registered Nursing/Midwifery or Kenya Registered Nursing Mental Health and Psychiatry from a recognised institution.

- Registration certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya.

Applicants should also check the complete official advert for any additional licensing and computer application requirements.

18. Nursing Officer – 3 Posts

Job Category: Medical / Healthcare

The advertisement includes three Nursing Officer vacancies. Applicants should consult the official vacancy description for the specific grade, duties, qualifications and professional registration requirements before applying.

19. Chief Health Administrative Officer

Job Category: Administration / Healthcare

Duties and Responsibilities

- Provide administrative support services to health-related projects.

- Coordinate county health programmes and activities involving non-governmental organisations.

- Review, formulate and implement health and administrative policies and procedures.

- Supervise, deploy and manage health administrative staff.

- Coordinate staff discipline, training and professional development.

Qualifications and Requirements

- Kenyan citizenship.

- At least three years' service as a Senior Deputy Chief Health Administrative Officer or in a comparable position.

- Master's Degree in Health Management, Hospital Administration, Health Planning, Public Health, Health Economics, Business Administration or an equivalent qualification.

- Demonstrated professional competence and administrative ability in managing health services in a large health institution.

C. Land, Agriculture, Engineering and Administration

20. Land Survey Assistant III

Job Category: Real Estate / Land Surveying

Duties and Responsibilities

- Carry out angular and distance measurements.

- Undertake computations for small-density topographical surveys.

- Participate in site engineering, general boundary and photo-control surveys.

- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

- Kenyan citizenship.

- Diploma in Land Surveying from a recognised institution.

- Certificate in Computer Applications.

21. Valuer I

Job Category: Real Estate / Property Valuation

Duties and Responsibilities

- Undertake valuation and inspection of land, buildings and other properties.

- Collect and analyse property and market data.

- Prepare valuation reports and schedules.

- Assist in preparing and maintaining valuation rolls and property registers.

- Conduct site inspections and verify property details.

- Provide technical advice on property valuation.

- Maintain accurate valuation records and databases.

Qualifications and Requirements

- Kenyan citizenship.

- Bachelor's Degree in Land Economics, Real Estate or an equivalent qualification from a recognised university.

- Registration as a Graduate Valuer with the relevant professional body.

- Good knowledge of property valuation principles and practices.

- Proficiency in computer applications.

22. Agricultural Officer – 2 Posts

Job Category: Agriculture / Agro-Allied

Duties and Responsibilities

- Coordinate activities in crop production, land development, agricultural extension or project management.

- Manage information desks within the assigned division.

Qualifications and Requirements

- Kenyan citizenship.

- Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Home Economics, Agriculture, Horticulture, Agricultural Economics, Natural Resource Management, Agribusiness, Agricultural Extension, Agricultural Education or an equivalent relevant qualification from a recognised institution.

23. Structural Assistant III

Job Category: Construction / Site Engineering

Duties and Responsibilities

- Prepare structural and civil engineering drawings.

- Detail steel and concrete structures.

- Prepare layouts and details for drainage schemes, roads and paved areas.

- Carry out simple survey works under the guidance of a senior officer.

Qualifications and Requirements

- Kenyan citizenship.

- Diploma in Civil Engineering or Building Construction.

Alternatively, applicants may hold a Construction Technician Certificate Part III or an equivalent relevant qualification from a recognised institution.

24. Village Administrator III – 3 Posts

Job Category: Administration / Community Development

Duties and Responsibilities

- Coordinate, manage and supervise general administrative functions within the village unit.

- Generate proposals to support policy and plan development.

- Promote effective service delivery.

- Coordinate community development activities.

- Support the provision and maintenance of public infrastructure and facilities.

- Facilitate citizen participation in policy development and service delivery.

- Support public participation and awareness activities at the local level.

- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

- Kenyan citizenship.

- Diploma in Public Administration, Business Administration, Business Management, Community Development or another Social Science from a recognised institution.

- Certificate in Computer Applications.

D. Graphic Design and Public Communications

25. Graphic Design Assistant III

Job Category: UX / Design and Architecture

Duties and Responsibilities

- Draw sketches.

- Undertake typography setting.

- Prepare and paste artwork.

- Draw simple illustrations.

- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

- Kenyan citizenship.

- Diploma in Graphic Design or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.

- Proficiency in relevant graphic design software and applications.

26. Public Communications Officer I

Job Category: Content / Editorial / Journalism

Duties and Responsibilities

- Gather information on county programmes and significant events.

- Edit stories on topical issues within an assigned sector.

- Liaise with media practitioners and the public.

- Schedule interviews with government officials.

- Manage assigned projects and programmes under the guidance of the unit head.

Qualifications and Requirements

- Kenyan citizenship.

- At least three years' service as a Public Communications Officer II or in a comparable relevant public service position.

- Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communications, Communications Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, Social Sciences or an approved equivalent qualification.

Alternatively, a Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences with a relevant postgraduate diploma in Mass Communications, Communications Studies, Public Relations, Journalism or International Relations may be considered.

- Good oral and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili.

- Proficiency in ICT, including internet and intranet services.

27. Senior Public Communications Officer

Job Category: Content / Editorial / Journalism

Duties and Responsibilities

- Gather information on programmes and significant events within assigned sectors.

- Support the development of communication and media strategies.

- Edit stories before their release to the public.

- Liaise with media practitioners and the public.

- Schedule interviews with government officials.

- Manage assigned projects and programmes.

- Organise events under the guidance of the unit head.

Qualifications and Requirements

- Kenyan citizenship.

- At least three years' service as a Public Communications Officer I or in a comparable relevant public service position.

- Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communications, Communications Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, Social Sciences or an approved equivalent qualification.

Alternatively, a Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences with a relevant postgraduate diploma may be considered.

For serving certificate holders, the advert also provides an alternative route through a Diploma in Journalism, International Relations, Mass Communication, Communication Studies or Public Relations.

- Good oral and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili.

- Advanced computer application skills.

28. Chief Public Communications Officer

Job Category: Content / Editorial / Journalism

Duties and Responsibilities

- Gather information on county programmes and significant events.

- Assess the impact of county programmes on the public.

- Support the development of communication and media strategies.

- Edit stories before they are released to the public.

- Liaise with media practitioners and the public on communication matters.

Qualifications and Requirements

- Kenyan citizenship.

- At least three years' service as a Senior Public Communications Officer or in a comparable relevant public service position.

- Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communications, Communications Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, Social Sciences or an approved equivalent qualification.

Alternatively, a Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences with a relevant postgraduate diploma may be considered.

- Clear understanding of the media and Kenya's socio-political environment.

- Good oral and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili.

- Advanced computer application skills.

E. Clerical and Administrative Services

29. Clerical Officer II – 5 Posts

Job Category: Administration / Office Support

Duties and Responsibilities

- Compile statistical records.

- Sort, file and dispatch letters.

- Maintain an efficient filing system.

- Process appointments, promotions, transfers and other human resource records.

- Compute financial and statistical records from routine or special information sources.

- Prepare payment vouchers.

- Compile data and draft simple letters.

Qualifications and Requirements

- Kenyan citizenship.

- KCSE mean grade C Plain or an approved equivalent qualification.

- Proficiency in computer applications.

Terms of Service

The advertised positions are generally on per