Posted: December 2, 2025
Deadline: December 22, 2025

Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has announced multiple job openings across various departments. As an autonomous road agency, KeNHA is responsible for the management, development, rehabilitation, and maintenance of Kenya’s international and national trunk roads (Class A, B, and C).

If you are passionate about contributing to the country’s road infrastructure development, this is a great opportunity to join the Authority.

Open Positions

Engineer (Roads) – 27 Posts
Information Communication Technology (ICT) Officer II – 2 Posts
Human Resource Management Officer II
Driver III – 10 Posts
Office Assistant I

Below are the detailed job descriptions, requirements, and application guidelines.

1. Engineer (Roads) – 27 Positions

Job Type: Full Time
Location: Nairobi
Field: Engineering / Technical

Job Purpose

To provide technical support in road and highway design, construction, maintenance, safety audits, feasibility studies, and quality assurance in line with the Roads Act.

Key Responsibilities

Preparing road and highway preliminary designs and working drawings.
Supervising road and structural works.
Conducting quality assurance, performance audits, and road safety assessments.
Preparing cost estimates, BOQs, and tender documents.
Participating in feasibility studies and environmental impact assessments.
Collecting and compiling road data for research and scoping.
Enforcing axle load limits and assisting in processing abnormal load permits.
Supporting PPP project identification and screening.
Contributing to development of the Road Asset Management System (RAMS).

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Civil & Structural Engineering.
Registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya as a Graduate Engineer.
Proficient in computer applications.

2. ICT Officer II – 2 Positions

Job Type: Full Time
Location: Nairobi
Field: ICT / Computer**

Job Purpose

To support the development, implementation, and review of ICT strategies, systems, policies, and infrastructure for efficient service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting integration and automation of KeNHA ICT systems.
Monitoring performance of ICT systems.
Maintaining applications and the Authority’s website.
Providing end-user support.
Installing and monitoring LAN components.
Managing user accounts and directories.
Updating ICT equipment registers.
Performing routine backups.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in ICT, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Business IT, or related field.

3. Human Resource Management Officer II

Job Type: Full Time
Location: Nairobi
Experience: Minimum 3 Years
Field: Human Resources**

Job Purpose

To support implementation of HR strategies, recruitment, performance management, staff training, compensation, and compliance with HR policies and labour laws.

Key Responsibilities

Verifying staff biodata and processing HR documents.
Drafting memos, letters, and reports.
Managing recruitment, training, and performance records.
Handling leave computation and filing.
Managing outgoing HR correspondence.
Identifying departmental risks.

Minimum Requirements

At least 3 years cumulative HR experience.
Diploma in HRM, HR Development, Industrial Relations or equivalent.
Proficiency in computer applications.
Demonstrated merit and good performance.

4. Driver III – 10 Positions

Job Type: Full Time
Location: Nairobi
Experience: Minimum 2 Years
Field: Driving**

Job Purpose

To provide safe and efficient transport services and ensure proper maintenance of assigned vehicles.

Key Responsibilities

Safely driving staff and authorized goods.
Maintaining work tickets and log records.
Conducting routine vehicle checks.
Reporting defects and ensuring cleanliness.
Ensuring valid insurance and compliance with the Traffic Act.
Reporting accidents and following up on police abstracts.

Minimum Requirements

KCSE mean grade D (plain).
Valid driving licence with no endorsements.
First Aid Certificate (St. John, KIHBT, or equivalent).
Suitability Test Certificate for drivers.
Valid Police Clearance.
At least 2 years driving experience.
Computer proficiency.

5. Office Assistant I

Job Type: Full Time
Location: Nairobi
Experience: 6 Years
Field: Administration / Secretarial**

Job Purpose

To provide office support services including cleaning, mail delivery, messenger duties, and serving refreshments.

Key Responsibilities

Cleaning offices and equipment.
Dispatching letters and documents.
Photocopying, binding, and organizing documents.
Managing office supplies and cleaning materials.
Collecting mail and parcels.
Serving refreshments.
Supporting waste disposal and office arrangement.

Minimum Requirements

Six years’ experience, including 3 years as Office Assistant II.
KCSE mean grade D (plain).
Computer proficiency.
Proven good performance record.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must:

Download and complete the KeNHA job application form from www.kenha.co.ke.
Attach copies of:
- National ID
- CV
- Academic & Professional Certificates
- Testimonials

Applications must be submitted by 22nd December 2025 at 5:00 pm.

Important Notes

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
KeNHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer—women, persons with disabilities, and individuals from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply.
Shortlisted candidates must present the following during the interview:
- EACC Clearance Certificate
- KRA Tax Compliance Certificate
- HELB Clearance or repayment proof
- Certificate of Good Conduct
- CRB Clearance