Company: National Communication Secretariat (NCS)
Location: Nairobi
Job Type: Full-time
Apply Before: 2026-07-14
Job Description
The National Communication Secretariat (NCS) is seeking suitable, competent and qualified Kenyans that have demonstrable expertise and experience to apply for the vacant positions below.
NCS was formed under Section 84 of the Kenya Information and Communications Act 1998, is the policy advisory body to the Government of Kenya on all matters pertaining to the ICT sector through the Ministry of Information, Communication and the Digital Economy.
Applications are invited for the following positions:
SENIOR COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY OFFICER
NCS GRADE
6
NCS/HR/005/2026
AVAILABILITY:
IMMEDIATE
DURATION:
PERMANENT AND PENSIONABLE
DUTY STATION:
NAIROBI
JOB DESCRIPTION
An officer at this level will carries out the following duties and responsibilities
Preparing national communications technology policy frameworks;
Contributing in the implementation of communication technology pilot projects and programmes in the respective area of deployment;
Analysing research data on communications technologies to guide on best practice to enhance competition and efficiency of provision of ICT services in the respective area of deployment;
Preparing position papers for international, regional and national ICT policies and standards development bodies in the respective area of deployment;
Contributing to the roll out of ICT communication technology projects for National and County Governments in the respective area of deployment; and
Contributing to the development of policies that foster full and efficient use of communication technology.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-
At least six (6) years’ cumulative relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been in the grade of at the grade of Communication Technology Officer I or in a comparable position;
Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields:- Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
Membership to a relevant professional body and in good standing where applicable;
Proficiency in computer applications; and
Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Candidates who are interested in the above positions may access the role profiles, qualifications and experience requirement details on our website at www.ncs.go.ke
How to Apply
1. Interested and qualified persons are required to apply via email
jobs2026@ncs.go.ke
by stating the position applied on the email subject and attaching the curriculum vitae, application letter, and academic and professional certificates.
Application should also include the national identification card and other relevant testimonials. Hard copy applications should be submitted to:
The Communications Secretary/CEO
National Communication Secretariat
9th Floor, Transcom House
P.O. Box 10756 – 00100 GPO, NAIROBI
2. Applications should be received on or before Close of Business 13th July 2026.
3. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and successful candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya
NCS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. PERSONS FROM THE MINORITY AND MARGINALIZED COMMUNITIES AND PERSONS LIVING WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
Canvasing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification
How to Apply
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Source: JobsInKenya