Entry-level to top: Kenya Space Agency announces 30 job vacancies
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- The Kenya Space Agency (KSA) has advertised 30 positions spanning space technology, remote sensing, GIS, and administrative roles
- Vacancies range from Principal Officer roles at Job Grade 4 to entry-level positions including Driver and Office Assistant
- All applications must be submitted online through the KSA Recruitment portal by midnight on August 31, 2026
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The Kenya Space Agency (KSA) has opened applications for 30 job positions across technical, scientific, and administrative departments, targeting qualified Kenyans seeking careers in the country's growing space sector.
The State Corporation, which operates under the Ministry of Defence following its establishment through Legal Notice No. 22 of March 7, 2017, said the recruitment covers disciplines including satellite communications, space research, geographic information systems, remote sensing, software engineering, and general administration.
Full List of Available Vacancies
The majority of the 30 positions sit at Job Grade 6, with a smaller number at Grades 4, 8, 9, and 10. At the senior end, the agency is recruiting two principal officers at job grade 4, one specialising in remote sensing and another in geographic information systems.
S/No | Vacancy Ref No | Designation | KSA Job Grade | No. of Vacancies |
1 | KSA/TECH/001/26-27 | Principal Officer, Remote Sensing | 4 | 1 |
2 | KSA/TECH/002/26-27 | Principal Officer, Geographic Information System | 4 | 1 |
3 | KSA/TECH/003/26-27 | Space Infrastructure and Facility Development Officer | 6 | 1 |
4 | KSA/TECH/004/26-27 | Space Science and Astronomy Officer | 6 | 1 |
5 | KSA/TECH/005/26-27 | Surveillance Officer | 6 | 1 |
6 | KSA/TECH/006/26-27 | Enforcement Officer | 6 | 1 |
7 | KSA/TECH/007/26-27 | Remote Sensing Officer | 6 | 2 |
8 | KSA/TECH/008/26-27 | Space Operations and Systems Engineer | 6 | 2 |
9 | KSA/TECH/009/26-27 | Navigation and Positioning Officer | 6 | 2 |
10 | KSA/TECH/010/26-27 | Satellite Communication Officer | 6 | 1 |
11 | KSA/TECH/011/26-27 | Geographic Information Systems Officer | 6 | 1 |
12 | KSA/TECH/012/26-27 | Geo-Information & Data Management Officer | 6 | 2 |
13 | KSA/TECH/013/26-27 | Software Engineer | 6 | 2 |
14 | KSA/TECH/014/26-27 | Space Digital Infrastructure Officer | 6 | 1 |
15 | KSA/TECH/015/26-27 | Space Research & Innovation Officer | 6 | 1 |
16 | KSA/TECH/016/26-27 | Space Education & Awareness Officer | 6 | 1 |
17 | KSA/TECH/017/26-27 | Planning Officer | 6 | 1 |
18 | KSA/TECH/018/26-27 | Quality Assurance Officer | 6 | 1 |
19 | KSA/ADMN/019/26-27 | Finance Officer | 6 | 1 |
20 | KSA/ADMN/020/26-27 | Accountant | 6 | 1 |
21 | KSA/ADMN/021/26-27 | Internal Auditor | 6 | 1 |
22 | KSA/ADMN/022/26-27 | Human Resource Officer | 6 | 1 |
23 | KSA/ADMN/023/26-27 | Corporate Communications Officer | 6 | 1 |
24 | KSA/ADMN/024/26-27 | Legal Officer | 6 | 1 |
25 | KSA/ADMN/025/26-27 | Supply Chain Management Officer | 6 | 1 |
26 | KSA/ADMN/026/26-27 | Administration Officer | 6 | 1 |
27 | KSA/ADMN/027/26-27 | Assistant Corporate Communications Officer | 8 | 1 |
28 | KSA/ADMN/028/26-27 | Driver | 9 | 1 |
29 | KSA/ADMN/029/26-27 | Senior Office Assistant | 9 | 1 |
30 | KSA/ADMN/030/26-27 | Office Assistant | 10 | 1 |
How to Apply for KSA Jobs
According to the job advert published on MyGov, the job details are published on the KSA website at jobs.ksa.go.ke, and all applications must be submitted online through the KSA Recruitment portal and received no later than midnight East African Time on August 31, 2026.
The agency confirmed that it does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process and warned that canvassing will result in automatic disqualification.
Applicants of all genders, ages, races, religions, marital statuses, and disability status are encouraged to apply, and only shortlisted candidates will receive further communication.
Candidates who are eventually offered positions will be required to satisfy Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya by presenting a Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, a compliance certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board, a Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority, and clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
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