Kasneb announces 13 senior vacancies across departments

The Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examinations Board has announced a series of senior-level job openings as it seeks to strengthen its institutional capacity and enhance service delivery.

The Board invited applications from suitably qualified and competent individuals to fill 13 vacant positions across various directorates, including legal services, research and development, curriculum design, examinations, supply chain management and information communication technology.

Among the key positions advertised are deputy director roles in legal services, planning (research, innovation and consultancy), test development, curriculum design and development, examinations administration, examinations processing, supply chain management and information communication technology.

Others are accreditation, quality assurance and administration. The Board is also seeking to recruit assistant directors for internal audit and supply chain management.

KASNEB noted that some of the positions are re-advertisements, underscoring the need to attract the right talent to support its mandate.

The Board, a state corporation established under the National Treasury, is mandated to develop syllabuses, conduct professional, diploma and certificate examinations, and certify candidates in accountancy, finance, governance, management and related disciplines.

Applicants are required to submit their applications through email, attaching key documents including academic and professional certificates, transcripts and a detailed curriculum vitae. The application must clearly indicate the job title and reference number.

KASNEB stated that shortlisted candidates will be required to present original documents during interviews and comply with integrity requirements outlined in Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya.

These include clearance certificates from relevant agencies such as the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, Kenya Revenue Authority, Higher Education Loans Board and a recognized Credit Reference Bureau.

The deadline for submission of applications is May 29, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. East African Time.

The Board reiterated its commitment to equal opportunity employment, encouraging applications from women, youth, persons with disabilities and individuals from marginalised communities.

KASNEB’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, where it coordinates national examinations and certification for thousands of candidates annually.