Kenya Defence Forces Advertisement for Recruitment of General Service Officer Cadets and Specialist Officers – in the month of February 2024-2025
Advertisement for Recruitment of General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets, Specialist Officers, General Duty Recruits, Tradesmen/Women and Defence Forces Constables into the Kenya Defence Forces.
1. The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) is pleased to announce to the general public the recruitment of General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets and Specialist Officers General Duty Recruits, Tradesmen/Women and Defence Forces Constables into the Kenya Defence Forces which is scheduled to take place in the month of February 2024-2025
2. Corruption.
Bribery and other acts of corruption are against the law. All persons presenting themselves for recruitment purposes with fake/falsified documents or caught engaging in any corrupt activity shall be arrested and prosecuted.
If you accept to be conned, you will lose your money or property and go to jail; it has happened to many citizens during past recruitment.
Do not waste your money and risk imprisonment NO ONE can influence the recruitment process.
Report any suspicious activities/conmen to the nearest police station or a military camp. KDF recruitment is absolutely FREE TO ALL.
3. Prospective candidates willing to join Kenya Defence Forces MUST meet the following conditions and education qualification:
Conditions
Be Kenyan citizens with no dual citizenship.
Be in possession of a valid Kenyan National Identity Card.
Age – between 18 and 26 years old for GSO Cadets, not above 30 years for Specialist Officers and not above 39 years for Chaplains/Imams.
Be physically and medically fit in accordance with the KDF standards.
Have no criminal record. (6) Minimum Height:
Men 1.60m (5ft 3in).
Women 1.52m (5ft)
Minimum Weight:
Men 54.55 Kg (120 lb).
Women 50.00 Kg (110 lb).
Female candidates must NOT be pregnant at the time of recruitment and during the entire duration of training.
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Cadets Must hold a minimum mean grade of B (Plain) in KCSE with at least C+ (Plus) in English, Mathematics and one Science subject.
The initial training period for this category will cover three (3) continuous years leading to a BSc in Military Science and Security Studies on successful completion.
Specialist Officers
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 holder of an undergraduate degree from a recognized University/institution and be registered with statutory body where applicable.
The initial training period for Specialist Officers will not be less than three months.
b. Minimum Academic Qualifications
(1) General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets
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.
(2) Specialist Officers.
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.
(3) Servicemen/women (General Duty) Recruits,
Must hold a minimum mean grade of D (plain) in KCSE.
(4) Tradesmen/women.
Prospective candidates willing to apply must satisfy the conditions and requirements given below.
(a) Technicians.
A minimum mean grade of C (Plain) in KCSE, a relevant Diploma or above from a recognized Institution and be registered with the relevant statutory bodies, where applicable.
(b) Artisans,
A minimum mean grade of D+ (Plus) in KCSE and either a relevant certificate with Government Trade Test Grade II or Craft II from a recognized Institution.
(5) Constables
(a) Be a retired Kenya Defence Forces Service Member or a retired National Youth Serviceman/woman.
(b) Be between the ages of 30 and 55 years old for retired KDF and between 35 and 45 years old for retired NYS.
b. Specialist Officers, In addition to the minimum academic qualifications, Specialist Officers must posses’ qualifications and where necessary be registered with the relevant Statutory Bodies for the vacancies below:
(1) Medical Officers.
Must hold at least a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery and be registered with Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board (MPDB).
(2) Pharmacists.
Must hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy and be registered with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPM.
(3) Nursing Officers.
Must hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and be registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK).
(4) Dentists.
Must hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in Dental Surgery and be registered with the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board (MPDB).
(5) Laboratory Technologists.
Must hold a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Technology/Medical Laboratory Science.
(6) Counselling Psychologists.
Must hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in Counselling Psychology.
(7) Public Health Officers.
Must hold at least a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Health/Environmental Science.
(8) Cyber Security/Digital Forensic/IT Officers.
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.
(9) Engineers.
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).
(10) Journalists.
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.
(11) Lawyers.
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.
(12) Physical Training Officers.
Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Sports Science or Bachelor of Education (Physical Education).
(13) Finance/Accounting Officers.
Must hold at least a Bachelor of Commerce nance/Accounting option).
(14) Music Specialists.
Must hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in Music.
(15) Chaplains/Imams.
Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Theology/Islamic studies from a recognized Institution.
Protestant Churches and Roman Catholic Chaplains must be ordained Ministers and recommended by Archbishop and Episcopal Conference respectively.
Imams must be recommended by the Chief Kadhi.
(16) Hospitality Management/Catering Officers.
Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management/ Food Production.
(17) Entrepreneurship and Management Officers.
Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Entrepreneurship.
(18) Statistics Officers.
Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Statistics/Applied Statistics/Actuarial Science.
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 0 Box 40668 – 00100 NAIROBI
The applications for specialist officers and tradesmen/women should reach the addressee on or before February 8, 2021. Candidates that will be shortlisted for specialist officers and tradesmen/women shall be notified through the print media between February 18 February 25, 2021.
The KDF recruiting teams consisting of the Kenya Army, the Kenya Air Force and the Kenya Navy will be visiting the recruitment centres in every sub-county to recruit GSO Cadets, General Service Officer Cadets – Undergraduate degree holders, General Duty Recruits and Defence Forces Constables.
Itinerary
8. The KDF Recruiting Teams consisting of the Kenya Army, the Kenya Air Force and the Kenya Navy will be visiting the Recruiting Centres (County Headquarters) as indicated below to recruit General Service Officers (GSO) cadets, General Duty Recruits and Defence Forces Constables.
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General Conditions for KDF REcruitment February 2024-2025
Be a Kenyan citizen with no dual citizenship.
Be in possession of a valid Kenyan ID. Additionally, four copies of the ID and PIN certificates will be required.
Age – Between 18 and 26 years old for GSO cadets, general duty recruits and tradesmen/women with certificates/government trade test, not above 30 years for specialist officers, Tradesmen/women with diplomas, and not above 39 years for chaplains/imaams.
Be physically and medically fit in accordance with the KDF standards.
Have no criminal record.
Minimum Height :
(a) Men – 1.60m (5ft 3in)
(b) Women – 1.52m (5ft)
Minimum Weight :
(a) Men – 54.55 Kg (120 lb).
(b) Women – 50.00 Kg (110 lb).
Female candidates must not be pregnant at the time of recruitment and during the entire duration of training.
Specialist officers and tradesmen/women should have a minimum of two years of practising experience in their field of specialisation from the date of registration with the relevant regulatory/statutory body in Kenya.
Minimum Academic Qualifications for KDF Recruitment Febraury 2024-2025
General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets.
Must hold a minimum mean grade of B (Plain) in KCSE with C + in English, Mathematics and one Science subject. The training period for this category will cover three years leading to a BSc degree in Military Science and Security Studies upon completion.
General Service Officer (GSO) Cadet – Undergraduate Degree Holders.
Must hold the minimum requirement to qualify as GSO Cadet above and be a holder of an undergraduate degree from a recognized university/institution in any of the disciplines being recruited.
The training period for this category will be eleven months.
Specialist Officers.
Must hold the minimum requirement to qualify as GSO Cadet above except for chaplains / imaams who must hold a minimum mean grade of C + in KCSE.
Must be a holder of an undergraduate degree from a recognized university/ institution and be registered with a regulatory/statutory body (where applicable) in any of the disciplines listed.
The training period for specialist officers will be six months.
Servicemen/women General Duty Recruits. – Must hold a minimum mean grade of D (plain) in KCSE.
Tradesmen/women
Prospective candidates willing to apply must satisfy the conditions and requirements given below :
(a) Technicians. A minimum mean grade of C ( Plain ) in KCSE, a relevant diploma or above from a recognized institution and be registered with the relevant statutory bodies, where applicable.
(b) Artisans. A minimum mean grade of D + in KCSE and either a relevant certificate with government trade test grade II or Craft II from a recognized institution.
(C) National Youth Service (NYS) trained technicians or artisans who meet the above requirements are encouraged to apply.
Constables
(a) Be a retired Kenya Defence Forces Service Member or a retired National
Youth Serviceman/woman.
(b) Be between the ages of 30 and 55 years old for retired KDF and between 35 and 45 years old for retired NYS.
(c) Possess a Discharge Certificate with a minimum rating of “Very Good” in conduct.
(d) Must have served for nine years in the Colour Service and retired honourably from KDF.
A list of vacancies available for cadets with undergraduate degrees and diplomas can be accessed on KDF’s official social media accounts.
Detailed CVs which should include height and weight, clear photocopies of relevant academic certificates, professional body membership certificates and ID must be attached to the application and addressed to the :
Assistant Chief of the Defence Forces
(Personnel and Logistics)
Ministry of Defence
Defence Headquarters
Ulinzi House
PO Box 40668 – 00100
Nairobi.
The applications for specialist officers and tradesmen/women should reach the addressee on or before February 8, 2021. Candidates that will be shortlisted for specialist officers and tradesmen/women shall be notified through the print media between February 18 February 25, 2021.
The KDF recruiting teams consisting of the Kenya Army, the Kenya Air Force and the Kenya Navy will be visiting the recruitment centres in every sub-county to recruit GSO Cadets, General Service Officer Cadets – Undergraduate degree holders, General Duty Recruits and Defence Forces Constables.
KDF Recruitment Dates for End of Year Recruitements
Date → → County → → Recruitment Centre
28 Oct → → Baringo → → Kabarnet Show Ground
28 Oct → → Bomet → → Bomet Stadium
28 Oct → → Busia → → Busia Stadium
28 Oct → → Isiolo → → Isiolo Stadium
28 Oct → → Kericho → → Green Stadium
28 Oct → → Kiambu → → Kirigithi Stadium
28 Oct → → Kisumu → → Kisumu Stadium
28 Oct → → Kitui → → Kitui Show Ground
28 Oct → → Kwale Kwale → → Stadium
28 Oct → → Laikipia Nanyuki → → Stadium
28 Oct → → Lamu → → Amu Island (Kibaki Grounds)
28 Oct → → Machakos → → Machakos Stadium
28 Oct → → Migori → → Migori Stadium
28 Oct → → Muranga → → Ihura Stadium
28 Oct → → Nakuru → → Afraha Stadium
28 Oct → → Nyandarua → → 01′ Kalou
28 Oct → → Taita/Taveta → → Mwatate (Kenyatta High School Grounds)
28 Oct → → Tharaka Nithi → → Kathwana
28 Oct → → Trans Nzoia → → Kenyatta Stadium
28 Oct → → Turkana → → Lodwar
28 Oct → → Uasin Gishu → → 64 Stadium
28 Oct → → Vihiga → → Mbale (Kidundu Stadium)
28 Oct → → Wajir → → Wajir Stadium
28 Oct → → West Pokot → → Kapenguria
30 Oct → → Bungoma → → Kanduyi Stadium
30 Oct → → Elgeyo/Marakwet → → Iten Stadium
30 Oct → → Embu → → Moi Stadium
30 Oct → → Garissa → → Garissa TTC Grounds
30 Oct → → Homa Bay → → Homa Bay Stadium
30 Oct → → Kajiado → → KCB Grounds
30 Oct → → Kakamega → → Bukhungu Stadium
30 Oct → → Kilifi → → Alaskan Grounds
30 Oct → → Kirinyaga → → Kerugoya Stadium
30 Oct → → Kisii → → Kisii Stadium
30 Oct → → Makueni → → Wote
30 Oct → → Mandera → → Moi Stadium
30 Oct → → Marsabit → → Marsabit Stadium
30 Oct → → Meru → → Kinoru Stadium
30 Oct → → Mombasa → → Tononoka Grounds
30 Oct → → Nairobi → → MISC (Kasarani)
30 Oct → → Nandi → → Kipchoge Stadium
30 Oct → → Narok → → Narok Stadium
30 Oct → → Nyamira → → Nyamira Stadium
30 Oct → → Nyeri → → Ruringu Stadium
30 Oct → → Samburu → → Maralal Stadium
30 Oct → → Siaya → → Siaya MTC Grounds
30 Oct → → Tana River → → Fiala Stadium
British Army Recruitment for Commonwealth Countries (British Army – Currently Recruiting in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Nigeria)
The underlisted applicants have been shortlisted for interview as Tradesmen/women.
The candidates are required to report to Langata Barracks – Nairobi, on 27th December at 0800 hrs (8.00 am).
Successful candidates will be considered for recruitment into the Kenya Defence Forces.
All candidates must bring with them original national identity card, all academic and professional certificates, curriculum vitae and any other testimonials.
Feeding and accommodation will be provided during the interview period.
Unsuccessful candidates will be reimbursed reasonable road travelling expenses subject to production of proof in accordance with Kenya Defence Forces regulations.
Recruitment – Kenya Defence Forces.
Advertisement for the Recruitment of Servicemen/women, Constables & Tradesmen/women into the Kenya Defence Forces – KDF Recruitment
1.The applications for specialist officers and tradesmen/women should reach the addressee on or before February 8, 2021. Candidates that will be shortlisted for specialist officers and tradesmen/women shall be notified through the print media between February 18 February 25, 2021.
The KDF recruiting teams consisting of the Kenya Army, the Kenya Air Force and the Kenya Navy will be visiting the recruitment centres in every sub-county to recruit GSO Cadets, General Service Officer Cadets – Undergraduate degree holders, General Duty Recruits and Defence Forces Constables.
Prospective candidates wishing to join Kenya Defence Forces must satisfy the conditions and requirements given below.
2. Corruption.
Bribery and other acts of corruption are against the law.
All persons presenting themselves for recruitment purposes at any centre with fake/ falsified calling letters, identity cards, academic certificates etc. or caught engaging in any corrupt activity shall be arrested and prosecuted.
If you accept to be conned, you will lose your money and go to jail; it happened to many during the last recruitment.
Do not waste your money and risk imprisonment; No one can influence the recruitment process.
Report any suspicious activities/conmen to the nearest police station or a military camp. KDF recruitment is absolutely free to all.
3. Citizens are further notified that recruitment is only conducted at the advertised recruitment centres countrywide during daytime before 1800 hours (6pm) on weekdays.
Successful candidates will be issued with calling letters at the recruitment centres by the Senior Recruiting Officers.
Any person purporting to recruit or issue calling letters away from recruitment centres is a con person.
Any person purporting to recruit or issue an alleged calling letter away from a recruitment centre will be doing so fraudulently.
Recruitment of Service men/Women,Trades men/Women & Constables
4. The KDF Recruiting Teams consisting of Kenya Army, Kenya Air Force, Kenya Navy and Defence Forces Constabulary will be visiting the recruiting centres as indicated below to recruit Servicemen/ Women, Defence Forces Constables on dates indicated.
5. All potential candidates reporting to the recruitment centres should come from the sub counties/ divisions of their respective counties and districts.
They must bring with them
– Current original national identity card.
– Academic certificates and testimonials.
– Photocopies or scanned documents and police abstracts will not be accepted. Servicemen/women
(1) Must be a Kenyan citizen, Dual citizenship is not accepted.
(2) Be in possession of valid Kenyan National Identity Card.
(3) Age: Between 18 and 26 years old.
(4) Be physically and medically fit in accordance with the KDF standards.
(5) Have no criminal record.
(6) Minimum Height:
(a) Men:1.60 m (5ft 3 in).
(b) Women:1.52 m (5ft).
(7) Minimum Weight
(a) Men: 54.55 Kg (120 Ib).
(b) Women: 50.00 Kg (110 Ib).
(8) Female candidates must NOT be pregnant at the time of recruitment and during the entire duration of training.
(9) Education: A minimum of mean grade D (plain) in KCSE for the general recruits.
Tradesmen / Women
a. Prospective candidates wishing to apply must satisfy the conditions and requirements given below.
(1) Must be a Kenyan citizen, Dual citizenship is not accepted.
(2) Be in possession of valid Kenyan National Identity Card.
(3) Age: Between 18 and 26 years old for certificate holders and between 18 and 30 years old for diploma holders
(4) Be physically and medically fit in accordance with the KDF standards.
(5) Have no criminal record.
(6) Minimum Height:
(a) Men:1.60 m (5ft 3 in).
(b) Women:1.52 m (5ft).
(7) Minimum Weight
(a) Men: 54.55 Kg (120 lb).
(b) Women: 50.00 Kg (110 lb).
(8) Female candidates must NOT be pregnant at the time of recruitment and during the entire duration of training.
(9)Education:
(a) Technicians: A minimum of mean grade C (Plain) in KCSE. A relevant Diploma or above from a recognized institution and be registered with the relevant statutory bodies where applicable.
(b) Artisans: A minimum of mean grade D+ (Plus) in KCSE and either a relevant certificate with Government Trade Test Grade II or Craft II from a recognized Institution.
Constables
(1) Must be a Kenyan citizen. Dual citizenship is not accepted.
(2) Be in possession of valid Kenyan National Identity Card.
(3) Be ex-Kenya Defence Forces Service Member (ex-KDF) or ex-National Youth Serviceman/woman (ex-NYS).
(4) Be between the ages of 30 and 55 years old for ex-KDF and between 35 and 45 years old for ex-NYS.
(5) Possess a Discharge Certificate of minimum ‘Very Good- in conduct
(6) Must have served for at least 9 years colour service for ex-KDF.
(7) Be physically and medically lit in accordance with the KDF standard,
(8) Have no criminal record.
(9) Female candidates must NOT be pregnant at recruitment and during training.
7. Vacancies
a. General Recruits.
b. Constables.
c. Tradesmen/women with the following qualifications:
Automotive Engineering and Motor vehicle Mechanics/Electrician.
Brick Layering & Masonry.
Carpentry & Joinery.
Electrical Engineering (Power option).
Food Production.
Music.
Plumbing.
Tailoring.
Welding and Fabrication.
Plant Mechanics.
8. Clear photocopies of relevant academic certificates and National Identity card of the prospective Tradesmen/women must accompany their applications 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 NAIROBI – 00100
9.The applications for specialist officers and tradesmen/women should reach the addressee on or before February 8, 2021. Candidates that will be shortlisted for specialist officers and tradesmen/women shall be notified through the print media between February 18 February 25, 2021.
The KDF recruiting teams consisting of the Kenya Army, the Kenya Air Force and the Kenya Navy will be visiting the recruitment centres in every sub-county to recruit GSO Cadets, General Service Officer Cadets – Undergraduate degree holders, General Duty Recruits and Defence Forces Constables.
Shortlisted Tradesmen/women will be notified through the print media between 13th and 19th December .
10. Itinerary
The KDF Recruiting Teams consisting of Kenya Army, Kenya Air Force, Kenya Navy and Defence Forces Constabulary will be visiting the recruiting centres as indicated below to recruit Servicemen/ Women, Defence Forces Constabularies on dates indicated.
Recruitment Date → → County → District → → Recruitment Centre
KDF Recruitment List of KDF Shortlisted General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets and Specialist Officers. Click Here! Advertisement for Recruitment of General Recruits, Constabularies and Tradesmen/Women into The Kenya Defence Forces Recruitment Dates and Centres
Advertisement – Kenya Defence Forces Recruitment of General Service Officer (GSO) Cadet and Specialist Officers
Republic of Kenya – Ministry of Defence Recruitment
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Advertisement for the recruitment of General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets and Specialist Officers into the Kenya Defence Forces
1. The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) is pleased to announce to the general public the recruitment of General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets & Specialist Officers which is scheduled to take place in the month of August and September .
2. CORRUPTION. Bribery and other acts of corruption are against the law. All persons presenting themselves for recruitment purposes with fake/falsified documents or caught engaging in any corrupt activity shall be arrested and prosecuted.
If you accept to be conned, you will lose your money or property and go to jail; it has happened to many citizens during last recruitments. Do not waste your money and risk imprisonment; NO ONE can influence the recruitment process. KDF recruitment is absolutely FREE TO ALL.
3. Prospective candidates willing to join the KDF MUST meet the following conditions and educational requirements:
a. Conditions
(1) Be Kenyan citizens with no dual citizenship.
(2) Be in possession of a valid Kenyan National Identity card (3) Age – between 18 and 26 years old for GSO Cadets, not above 30 years for Specialist Officers and not above 39 for Chaplains/Imams
(4) Be physically and medically fit in accordance with the KDF standards.
(5) Have no criminal record.
(6) Minimum Height:
(a) Men 1.60m (5ft 3in).
(b) Women 1.52m (5ft)
(7) Minimum Weight:
(a) Men 54.55 Kg (120 lb).
(b) Women 50.00 Kg (110 lb).
(8) Female candidates must not be pregnant at the time of recruitment and during the entire duration of training.
b. Minimum Education Qualifications
1. General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets
Mean grade B (Plain) in KCSE with a minimum subject grade of C+ (Plus) in English, Mathematics and in any one of the sciences subjects. Those aspiring to join KDF in this category should note that the initial training period will cover three (3) continuous years leading to a BSc in Military Science and Security Studies on successful completion.
2. Specialist Officers
Must hold a minimum grade of B (Plain) in KCSE with at least C+ in English, Mathematics, and one science subject. Must be holder of an undergraduate degree from a recognised University/Institution and be registered with the relevant statutory body, where applicable. The initial training period for specialist officers will be no less than 3 months.
Kenya Defence Forces Vacancies
a. General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets
b. Specialist Officers
1. Medical/Medical Officers – Dentists
Must be in possession of at least a Bachelors degree in Medicine and Surgery(equivalent of MBChB) or Bachelors degree in Dental Surgery; and be registered with the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board(MPDB).
2. Pharmacists
Must be at least a holder of Bachelors degree in Pharmacy and registered by relevant regulatory body.
3. Nurses
Must be at least a holder of Bachelors degree in Nursing and be registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK).
4. Anaesthesiologist/ENT Surgeons Must be at least a holder of Master of medicine degree and be registered with the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board (MPDB).
5. Mathematics Must be at least a holder of Bachelors degree in applied Mathematics with a minimum of two (2) years experience. Post graduate diploma in Education will be an added advantage.
6. Education Officers
Must be at least a holder of Bachelors degree in Education with a least minimum of two (2) years‘ experience and registered with Teachers Service Commission.
7. Entrepreneurship
Must be in possession of Bachelor’s degree in Entrepreneurship.
8. Information Technology
Must be at least a holder of Bachelors degree in Computer Science (Software Development) or Information Technology (Programming, Networking).
9. Telecommunication Engineers
Must be at least a holder of Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunication Engineering and be registered with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB).
10. Aeronautical Engineers
Must have a minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering and be registered with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB).
11. Mechanical Engineers
Must be holders of at least Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering and be registered with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB).
12. Electrical Engineers
Must be at least a holder of Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering and be registered with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB).
13. Marine Engineers
Must be at least a holders of Bachelors degree in Marine Engineering and be registered with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB).
14. Public Affairs Officers
Must be at least a holder of Bachelors degree in Mass Communication.
15. Meteorologists
Must have a BSc in Meteorology and registered with World Meteorological Organisation and with a minimum of 3 years working experience.
16. Chaplains/Imams
(a) Roman Catholic Chaplains
Must have a professional degree in Theology from a recognised institution and be an ordained priest. (b) Anglican Church Chaplains
Must have a professional degree in Theology from a recognized institution and be an ordained minister. (c) Muslim lmams
Must have a professional degree in Islamic studies and be a qualified Imam.
17. GIS Programmer
Must have at least a Bachelors degree in Geomatics Engineering and GIS.
3. The initial military training for Specialist Officers will take four months.
4. 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
NAIROBI – 00100
5. The applications to reach the addressee on or before 24th August .
Candidates who will be shortlisted for GSO Cadets / Specialist Officers shall be notified from 12th September to 17th September .
Ministry of Defence Contacts
REPUBLIC OF KENYA
Telegrams: “DEFENCE” Nairobi
Tel No.: +254-20-2721100
Fax No.: +254-20-2725854
Defence Headquarters
Ulinzi House
P.O. Box 40668
Nairobi – 00100
List of shortlisted candidates for KDF cadets. Kenya Defence Forces cadets shortlist. Candidates shortlisted for GSO Cadets / Specialist officers.
The listed applicants have been shortlisted for General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets and Specialist Officers interviews. The General Service Officer (GSO) candidates are required to report at the Kenya Military Academy (KMA) – Lanet,Nakuru on , 24th September at 0800 hrs (8.00 am), while the Specialist Officers candidates will report at at the same place (KMA) on , 05th October, at 0800 hrs (8.00 am) for interview and subsequent recruitment.
Candidates must bring with them original National Identity Cards, academic and professional Certificates, appointment letters from previous employers, registration certificates by relevant statutory bodies and any other testimonials.
Feeding and accommodation will be provided during the period of the interviews. The candidates are further advised to produce proof of travel expenses for the purpose of fare reimbursement.
CORRUPTION. Bribery and other acts of corruption are against the law. All persons presenting themselves for recruitment purposes with fake/falsified documents or caught engaging in any corrupt activity shall be arrested and prosecuted.
If you accept to be conned, you will lose your money or property and go to jail; it has happened to many citizens during last recruitments. Do not waste your money and risk imprisonment; NO ONE can influence the recruitment process. KDF recruitment is absolutely FREE TO ALL.
a. General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets
b. Specialist Officers
1. The KDF Recruiting Teams consisting of the Kenya Army, Kenya Air Force, Kenya Navy and the Defence Forces Constabulary will be visiting the centres indicated below to recruit Service members and Defence Forces Constabularies on dates indicated.
2. All potential candidates reporting to the recruitment centres should come from the divisions of the respective counties. The recruitment exercise will be absolutely FREE.
3. CORRUPTION. Bribery and other acts of corruption are against the law. All persons presenting themselves for recruitment purposes at any centre with fake/falsified calling letters, identity cards, academic certificates etc. or caught engaging in any corrupt activity shall be arrested and prosecuted.
If you accept to be conned, you will lose your money and go to jail; it happened to many during the last recruitment. Do not waste your money and risk imprisonment; NO ONE can influence the recruitment process.
4. Potential candidates must bring with them current original national identity cards and academic certificates/testimonials. ID photocopies/scanned ones and police abstracts will not be accepted.
5. Requirements
a. Conditions for Recruits
General requirements for those who wish to attend the Kenya Defence Forces recruitment exercise are:
(1) Must be Kenyan citizens and should not have dual citizenship.
(2) Age – Between 18 and 26 years old.
(3) Education – A minimum of mean grade D (Plain) in KCSE.
(4) Be physically and medically fit in accordance with the KDF standards.
(5) Have no criminal record.
(6) Potential candidates must turn up in appropriate running gear.
(7) Female candidates must NOT be pregnant at recruitment and during training.
b. Conditions for Defence Forces Constabularies
(1) Must be Kenyan citizens and should not have dual citizenship.
(2) Age – Below 52 years old.
(3) Be physically and medically fit in accordance with the KDF standards.
(4) Have no criminal record.
(5) Be ex-Defence Forces Service members (Kenya Army, Kenya Air Force, Kenya Navy).
(6) Possess a Discharge Certificate of minimum “Very Good” in conduct.
(7) Must have served at least a 3 or 9 years’ colour service.
Your Kenyan identity card and birth certificate is needed to prove your citizenship.
Do not forget to carry your original academic certificates with you. Result slips are usually rejected during recruitment.
Appropriate running gear becomes handy as candidates are required to compete in a lengthy race.
Recruitment will be at your nearest district headquarters at dates to be announced later.
Kenya Defence Forces Contacts Kenya Defence Forces Recruitment Dates and Centres will be posted here shortly – check often!
Telegrams: “DEFENCE” Nairobi; Tel No.: +254-020-2721100; Fax No.: +254-020-2725854
My name is Moses Talam.
I did electrical engineering in installation and I get a CREDIT.
Am committed to serve this Kenya by joining KDF and to serve the nation.
Phone number 0705902162.
Thanks for advert
I am Kipkoech Evans and got minimum grade of B( plain ).phone number( 0726453000) i am praying harder to for the lord to help me join cadets to work by protecting my country.
I professed teaching profession, Bachelor Education Arts with Guidance and counseling. Will I be considered? Will my dream come true one of these fine days? Honestly, I have been yearning to join and serve the nation together with my brothers and sisters in the forces. My mobile number; 0729919200
Am willing to serve my country all heartedly.To give my level best in serving it .its with my humble plea that you take my request in since am ready and will devote myself accordingly since have wished to join the Kenyan Air Force
am qualified automotive electrician and mechanic for heavy trucks and light commercial vehicles, and I am willing to serve my country and my fellow officers.
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I have Artisan certificate and a grade l & II III in Mason and also have skilled construction worker at chepseon Youth poIytechnic and Mason and I have all my credentials and I have the interest of serving the nationa as a kdf officer can I get a chance to work with you people 0718204138
I have a certificate and a artisan in Mason and also have done construction at chepseon Youth poIytechnic and I have building works and all my credentials and I have interest of serving the nationa as a kdf officer can I get a chance to work with you people? 0718204138
I had already applying KDF army recruitment 2023, please wecoming me, therefo, I will be very happy if I get achance in KDF.I scored a mean grade of C plain and am willing to serve my country
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Pleasure to go through this important information
I will be very happy if I get a chance in kdf.i scored a mean grade of c+ and am willing to serve my country.
What’s your phone number
May the Lord grant me a opportunity to join KDF. And I will be grateful. Thankz for the advert
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Hello Bomet, Thanks for bringing this to our attention. The page has been updated.
I will try it out
I would like and love to serve at Kenya defence Forces
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My name is Omari Oriagi Raphael phone no 0757165394 l have a mean grade of c plus my dreams is to become a kenya army officer how can you help me
My name is Austin Imbukwa .
Mean grade B plain.
Phone number 0701353271.
My dream is to join Kenya Army.
Kindly accept my request.
Wish to join kdf so much
I’m committed to join Kdf God willing,a great opportunity to serve my nation.
I will serve the nation ,as I will be an officer of Kenya
My name is Moses Talam.
I did electrical engineering in installation and I get a CREDIT.
Am committed to serve this Kenya by joining KDF and to serve the nation.
Phone number 0705902162.
Thanks for advert
I am Kipkoech Evans and got minimum grade of B( plain ).phone number( 0726453000) i am praying harder to for the lord to help me join cadets to work by protecting my country.
My name is Joseph wanguno and I’ve always wished to be a Kenyan air Force .what are the qualifications. I’m eager to hear from you please.Thank you
I heard on 9th feb 2021 they’ll start in kisauni metropolitan so if willing join us in the rucruiment process & for full info just google.
I professed teaching profession, Bachelor Education Arts with Guidance and counseling. Will I be considered? Will my dream come true one of these fine days? Honestly, I have been yearning to join and serve the nation together with my brothers and sisters in the forces. My mobile number; 0729919200
Am willing to serve my country all heartedly.To give my level best in serving it .its with my humble plea that you take my request in since am ready and will devote myself accordingly since have wished to join the Kenyan Air Force
Am ready to serve my country in order to make peace and unity in our country Kenya
I hope and wish that things will move well through jesus name….. Am ready to serve the nation gently oh God help me.
For the that I have for my country, I am happily willing and ready to serve my country as a Kenya Defence Force.l am proud of being a Kenyan
I’m Hamphrey & very soon I will be happy to join the kdf. My phone no 0746416648
God will meet ur desires
I would like to join the force
am qualified automotive electrician and mechanic for heavy trucks and light commercial vehicles, and I am willing to serve my country and my fellow officers.
0713740143 it’s my number kindly looking forward to hearing from you soon
Am interested
It’s my prayer that I join KDF and serve my country.
I have a certificate and a diploma in building technology and also have done plant operation at Kenya institute of highway and building technology and I have all my credentials and I have the interest of serving the nation as a kdf officer can I get a chance to work with you people 0748325547
I have a Artisan certificate and a grade I & II III in Mason skilled construction worker Mason at chepseon Youth poIytechnic and Mason and I have all my credentials and I have the interest of serving the nationa as a K D F officer can I get a chance to work with you people 0718204138
I have Artisan certificate and a grade l & II III in Mason and also have skilled construction worker at chepseon Youth poIytechnic and Mason and I have all my credentials and I have the interest of serving the nationa as a kdf officer can I get a chance to work with you people 0718204138
I have a certificate and a artisan in Mason and also have done construction at chepseon Youth poIytechnic and I have building works and all my credentials and I have interest of serving the nationa as a kdf officer can I get a chance to work with you people? 0718204138
I had already applying KDF army recruitment 2023, please wecoming me, therefo, I will be very happy if I get achance in KDF.I scored a mean grade of C plain and am willing to serve my country