IT Officer
Counselling Psychologist
Laboratory Technologist
Dentist
Nursing Officer
Pharmacist
Medical Officer
General Service Officer Cadet
Physical Training Officer
Lawyer
Journalist
Engineer
Music Specialist
Finance Officer
Qualifications
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Must hold at least a Bachelor of
Science degree in Computer Science/Information Technology/Software
Engineering/Networking. Certification in Cyber Security, Digital Forensics, and
Ethical hacking or Information Security analysis will be added advantage.
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Must hold a minimum mean grade of B
(Plain) in KCSE with at least C+ (Plus) in English, Mathematics and one science
subject.
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Must be a holder of an undergraduate
degree from a recognized University/institution and be registered with a
statutory body where applicable.
·
The training period for Specialist
Officers will not be less than three months.
Public Health Officer
Qualifications
·
Must hold at least a Bachelor of
Science degree in Public Health/Environmental Science.
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Must hold a minimum mean grade of B
(Plain) in KCSE with at least C+ (Plus) in English, Mathematics and one science
subject.
·
Must be a holder of an undergraduate
degree from a recognized University/institution and be registered with a
statutory body where applicable.
·
The training period for Specialist
Officers will not be less than three months.
Counselling Psychologist
Qualifications
·
Must hold at least a Bachelor’s
degree in Counselling Psychology.
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Must hold a minimum mean grade of B
(Plain) in KCSE with at least C+ (Plus) in English, Mathematics and one science
subject.
·
Must be a holder of an undergraduate
degree from a recognized University/institution and be registered with a
statutory body where applicable.
·
The training period for Specialist
Officers will not be less than three months.
Laboratory Technologist
Qualifications
·
Must hold a Bachelor of Science in
Medical Laboratory Technology/Medical Laboratory Science.
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Must hold a minimum mean grade of B
(Plain) in KCSE with at least C+ (Plus) in English, Mathematics and one science
subject.
·
Must be a holder of an undergraduate
degree from a recognized University/institution and be registered with a
statutory body where applicable.
·
The training period for Specialist
Officers will not be less than three months.
Dentist
Qualifications
·
Must hold at least a Bachelor’s
degree in Dental Surgery and be registered with the Medical Practitioners and
Dentists Board (MPDB).
·
Must hold a minimum mean grade of B
(Plain) in KCSE with at least C+ (Plus) in English, Mathematics and one science
subject.
·
Must be a holder of an undergraduate
degree from a recognized University/institution and be registered with a
statutory body where applicable.
·
The training period for Specialist
Officers will not be less than three months.
Nursing Officer
Qualifications
·
Must hold at least a Bachelor’s
degree in Nursing and be registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK).
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Must hold a minimum mean grade of B
(Plain) in KCSE with at least C+ (Plus) in English, Mathematics and one science
subject.
·
Must be a holder of an undergraduate
degree from a recognized University/institution and be registered with a
statutory body where applicable.
·
The training period for Specialist
Officers will not be less than three months.
Pharmacist
Qualifications
·
Must hold at least a Bachelor’s
degree in Pharmacy and be registered with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB).
·
Must hold a minimum mean grade of B
(Plain) in KCSE with at least C+ (Plus) in English, Mathematics and one science
subject.
·
Must be a holder of an undergraduate
degree from a recognized University/institution and be registered with a
statutory body where applicable.
·
The training period for Specialist
Officers will not be less than three months.
Medical Officer
Qualifications
·
Must hold at least a Bachelor of
Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery and be registered with Medical Practitioners
and Dentists Board (MPDB).
·
Must hold a minimum mean grade of B
(Plain) in KCSE with at least C+ (Plus) in English, Mathematics and one science
subject.
·
Must be a holder of an undergraduate
degree from a recognized University/institution and be registered with a
statutory body where applicable.
·
The training period for Specialist
Officers will not be less than three months.
General Service Officer Cadet
Qualifications
·
Must hold a minimum mean grade of B
(Plain) in KCSE with at least C+ (Plus) in English, Mathematics and one Science
subject.
·
The training period for this category
will cover three (3) years leading to a BSc in Military Science and Security
Studies upon completion.
Physical Training Officer
Qualifications
·
Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in
Sports Science or Bachelor of Education (Physical Education).
·
Must hold a minimum mean grade of B
(Plain) in KCSE with at least C+ (Plus) in English, Mathematics and one science
subject.
·
Must be a holder of an undergraduate
degree from a recognized University/institution and be registered with a
statutory body where applicable.
·
The training period for Specialist
Officers will not be less than three months.
Lawyer
Qualifications
·
Must hold at least a Bachelor of Laws
(LLB) degree from a recognized University, be an Advocate of the High Court of
Kenya, hold a current and valid practicing certificate with at least two (2)
years practicing experience. Experience in litigation will be an added
advantage.
·
Must hold a minimum mean grade of B
(Plain) in KCSE with at least C+ (Plus) in English, Mathematics and one science
subject.
·
Must be a holder of an undergraduate
degree from a recognized University/institution and be registered with a
statutory body where applicable.
·
The training period for Specialist
Officers will not be less than three months.
Journalist
Qualifications
·
Must hold at least a Bachelor of Arts
degree in Communication majoring either in Broadcast Production or Public
Relations with at least two (2) years working experience.
·
Must hold a minimum mean grade of B
(Plain) in KCSE with at least C+ (Plus) in English, Mathematics and one science
subject.
·
Must be a holder of an undergraduate
degree from a recognized University/institution and be registered with a
statutory body where applicable.
·
The training period for Specialist
Officers will not be less than three months.
Engineer
Qualifications
·
Must hold at least a Bachelor of
Science degree in Aeronautical, Electrical & Electronics,
Telecommunication, Instrumentation and Control, Mechanical, Marine, Biomedical,
Naval Architecture and Mechatronics Engineering and be registered with the
Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK).
·
Must hold a minimum mean grade of B
(Plain) in KCSE with at least C+ (Plus) in English, Mathematics and one science
subject.
·
Must be a holder of an undergraduate
degree from a recognized University/institution and be registered with a
statutory body where applicable.
·
The training period for Specialist
Officers will not be less than three months.
Music Specialist
Qualifications
·
Must hold at least a Bachelor’s
degree in Music.
·
Must hold a minimum mean grade of B
(Plain) in KCSE with at least C+ (Plus) in English, Mathematics and one science
subject.
·
Must be a holder of an undergraduate
degree from a recognized University/institution and be registered with a
statutory body where applicable.
·
The training period for Specialist
Officers will not be less than three months.
Finance Officer
Qualifications
·
Must hold at least a Bachelor of
Commerce (Finance/Accounting option).
·
Must hold a minimum mean grade of B
(Plain) in KCSE with at least C+ (Plus) in English, Mathematics and one science
subject.
·
Must be a holder of an undergraduate
degree from a recognized University/institution and be registered with a
statutory body where applicable.
·
The training period for Specialist
Officers will not be less than three months.
General Conditions
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Be Kenyan citizen with no dual
citizenship.
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Be in possession of a valid Kenyan
National Identity Card. (4 Copies of National Identity Card and PIN
certificate)
·
Age – between 18 and 26 years old for
GSO Cadets, General Duty Recruits and Tradesmen/women with Certificate/Government
Trade Test, not above 30 years for Specialist Officers, Tradesmen/women with
Diploma, and not above 39 years for Chaplains/Imams.
·
Be physically and medically fit in
accordance with the KDF standards.
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Have no criminal record.
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Minimum Height:
(a) Men 1.60m (5ft 3in).
(b) Women 1.52m (5ft).
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Minimum Weight:
(a) Men 54.55 Kg (120 lb).
(b) Women 50.00 Kg (110 lb).
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Female candidates must NOT be
pregnant at the time of recruitment and during the entire duration of training.
How to Apply
Clear photocopies of relevant academic certificates and current
National Identity Card (ID) MUST be attached to the application and be
addressed to the:
Assistant Chief of the Defence Forces
(Personnel and Logistics)
Ministry of Defence
Defence Headquarters
Ulinzi House
P O Box 40668 – 00100
NAIROBI
The applications to reach the addressee on or before 7th
November 2019. Candidates who will be shortlisted for Specialist Officers and
Tradesmen/women shall be notified through the print media from 17th to 23rd
November 2019.