Kenya Creates 49 Government Jobs as Youth Unemployment Hits 67 Per Cent

2026-03-03 region

Nairobi, 3 March 2026
Kenya’s Affordable Housing Board announces 49 new positions across management and technical roles, coinciding with the country’s staggering youth unemployment rate of 67 per cent. The recruitment drive includes roles from General Managers to Office Assistants, with applications closing 17 March 2026 at 17:00.

Recruitment Timeline and Application Process

The recruitment drive, announced on 2 March 2026, comes at a critical time when Kenya’s youth unemployment stands at a staggering 67 per cent [2]. The Affordable Housing Board has set a firm deadline of 17 March 2026 at 17:00 East Africa Time for all applications, giving candidates just two weeks to prepare their submissions [2][4][8]. Applications must be submitted exclusively through the official online portal, with no physical documentation accepted [2][4][8]. The board has emphasised that any fake documentation or misleading information will result in automatic disqualification and potential prosecution under the Public Officers Ethics Act [2].

Diverse Role Portfolio Across Management Levels

The 49 positions span multiple departments and skill levels, ranging from senior management roles to support staff positions [2][5]. Specific roles include General Managers, Architects, Urban Planners, Office Assistants, and Drivers [2]. Among the managerial positions, the board is recruiting for specialised roles such as General Manager for Fund Services, with two vacancies available for this particular position [4]. The Manager for Supply Chain Management role requires candidates with 15 years of cumulative work experience, including three years at Assistant Manager level in comparable positions [8]. These positions reflect the board’s comprehensive approach to building capacity across technical, administrative, and operational functions.

KRA Joins Recruitment Drive with Senior Positions

The Kenya Revenue Authority has simultaneously launched its own recruitment campaign, seeking Deputy Commissioners and specialised Managers for Revenue, Research, and Corporate Planning departments [2]. These KRA positions have been advertised for over three months, with applications closing on 24 March 2026 [2]. The authority is also recruiting for modern digital roles, including Managers for Digital Communication, Data and Big Data Operations, and Quality Master Data Management [2]. KRA has explicitly stated its commitment to equal employment opportunities, encouraging applications from men and women, all ethnic groups, persons with disabilities, the marginalised, and minorities [2].

Housing Board’s Strategic Mission and Requirements

The Affordable Housing Board, established under the Affordable Housing Act of 2024, operates with a mandate to develop both affordable and institutional housing [2][4][8]. The board was initially created in late 2022 by President William Ruto as part of Kenya’s broader housing initiative [2]. For senior positions such as General Manager for Fund Services, candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Banking, Finance, Economics, Commerce, Business Administration, or Built Environment, alongside a Master’s degree in related disciplines [4]. Professional qualifications including Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) or Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA) are required, along with membership in recognised professional bodies [4]. The board positions itself as an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, actively encouraging applications from persons with disabilities [4][8].

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