KenTrade Announces Permanent and Pensionable Job Vacancies: How to Apply

The Kenya Trade Network Agency (KenTrade) has announced vacancies for suitably qualified candidates to fill various positions on permanent and pensionable terms.

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline. All candidates must also meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya on leadership and integrity.

KenTrade has advertised a total of eight vacancies, comprising two re-advertised positions and six newly advertised opportunities.

The re-advertised positions include one Senior Internal Auditor – Information Systems (KTNA 6) and one System Administrator (KTNA 7).

In addition, the agency is seeking to recruit one Infrastructure Engineer (KTNA 7), one Network Engineer (KTNA 7), and one Customer Service Officer (KTNA 7).

There are also two vacancies for Contact Centre Assistants (KTNA 9) and one vacancy for a Customer Service Assistant (KTNA 9).

Application Process, Deadline and Instructions

Further details on the job requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities for each position are available on the KenTrade careers page at https://www.kentrade.go.ke/careers.

All applications must be submitted online through the agency’s recruitment portal on or before Tuesday, 4 August 2026, at 5:00 p.m.

Applications submitted through any other channel or received after the deadline will not be considered.

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KenTrade has cautioned applicants against canvassing.

It warned that any attempt to influence the recruitment process by seeking favours, recommendations, or special treatment from individuals involved in the hiring process will result in automatic disqualification.

The agency has also encouraged persons with disabilities, marginalized groups, and minorities to apply. KenTrade remains committed to upholding the values and principles of public service under Article 232(1) of the Constitution.

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About KenTrade

KenTrade is a state corporation under the National Treasury. The agency was established through the National Electronic Single Window System Act, 2022, to facilitate and simplify international trade.

Its primary responsibility is managing the Kenya National Electronic Single Window System (KNESWS), an online platform that enables traders, government agencies, and other stakeholders to process import, export, and transit documentation through a single electronic window.

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