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NYS Private Officers Recruitment 2026

The National Youth Service (NYS) Private Officers Recruitment 2026 offers an opportunity for disciplined and motivated Kenyan youth to join the paramilitary wing of the service. The recruitment exercise targets qualified candidates who meet the required physical, educational, and medical standards. Successful applicants undergo rigorous training that equips them with skills in security operations, leadership, disaster response, and national service.

NYS Private Officers play an important role in supporting national development programs, maintaining discipline, and participating in community service projects across Kenya. Interested applicants are encouraged to follow official NYS announcements for recruitment dates and application guidelines.

Cadet Officers – Structural Engineer – 4 Posts

SALARY AND ALLOWANCES As existing in the NYS salary Scale
MEDICAL COVER SHA Scheme of Civil Servants
TERMS OF SERVICE Permanent & Pensionable

The prospective candidates willing to join the National Youth Service MUST meet the following General, Academic and Professional qualifications:

General Requirements:

  • Be a Kenyan citizen;
  • Cadets must possess Bachelor’s Degree and minimum of KCSE grade of C+ (plus)
  • Minimum of KCSE grade C- (Minus) for Diploma
  • Privates must possess a minimum of KCSE grade D (+) and above and MUST have NYS Discharge Certificate
  • Own a valid Kenyan National Identity Card (ID) and KRA PIN Certificate;
  • Be between 18 – 28 years
  • Have no criminal record
  • Candidates must be medically fit
  • Successful Candidates MUST undergo NYS Paramilitary training for nine (9) months at NYS Training College
  • Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution
  • Meet the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution

Minimum Academic and Professional Qualifications

  • Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Structural/Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Water Engineering, or Architecture from a recognized institution;
  • Be registered by the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya as a Graduate Engineer.

NYS Private Officers Recruitment 2026

Cadet Officers – Electrical Engineer – 3 Posts

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Diploma , KCSE
  • Experience
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job Field: Engineering / Technical  , Security / Intelligence 

SALARY AND ALLOWANCES As existing in the NYS salary Scale
MEDICAL COVER SHA Scheme of Civil Servants
TERMS OF SERVICE Permanent & Pensionable

The prospective candidates willing to join the National Youth Service MUST meet the following General, Academic and Professional qualifications:

General Requirements:

  • Be a Kenyan citizen;
  • Cadets must possess Bachelor’s Degree and minimum of KCSE grade of C+ (plus)
  • Minimum of KCSE grade C- (Minus) for Diploma
  • Privates must possess a minimum of KCSE grade D (+) and above and MUST have NYS Discharge Certificate
  • Have a valid Kenyan National Identity Card (ID) and KRA PIN Certificate;
  • Be between 18 – 28 years
  • Have no criminal record
  • Candidates must be medically fit
  • Successful Candidates MUST undergo NYS Paramilitary training for nine (9) months at NYS Training College
  • Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution
  • Meet the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution

Minimum Academic and Professional Qualifications

  • Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Structural/Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Water Engineering, Architecture from a recognized institution;
  • Be registered by the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya as a Graduate Engineer.

Cadet Officers – Mechanical Engineer – 3 Posts

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Diploma, KCSE
  • Experience
  • Location Nairobi
  • Job Field: Engineering / Technical, Security / Intelligence 

SALARY AND ALLOWANCES As existing in the NYS salary Scale
MEDICAL COVER SHA Scheme of Civil Servants
TERMS OF SERVICE Permanent & Pensionable

The prospective candidates willing to join the National Youth Service MUST meet the following General, Academic and Professional qualifications:

General Requirements:

  • Be a Kenyan citizen;
  • Cadets must possess a Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of KCSE grade of C+ (plus)
  • Minimum of KCSE grade C- (Minus) for Diploma
  • Privates must possess a minimum of KCSE grade D (+) and above and MUST have NYS Discharge Certificate
  • Have a valid Kenyan National Identity Card (ID) and KRA PIN Certificate;
  • Be between 18 – 28 years
  • Have no criminal record
  • Candidates must be medically fit
  • Successful Candidates MUST undergo NYS Paramilitary training for nine (9) months at NYS Training College
  • Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution
  • Meet the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution

Minimum Academic and Professional Qualifications

  • Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Structural/Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Water Engineering, Architecture from a recognized institution;
  • Be registered by Engineers Registration Board of Kenya as a Graduate Engineer.

NYS Private Officers Recruitment 2026

Cadet Officers – Architect – 2 Posts

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Diploma , KCSE
  • Experience
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job Field Building and Construction  , Security / Intelligence 

SALARY AND ALLOWANCES As existing in the NYS salary Scale
MEDICAL COVER SHA Scheme of Civil Servants
TERMS OF SERVICE Permanent & Pensionable

The prospective candidates willing to join the National Youth Service MUST meet the following General, Academic and Professional qualifications:

General Requirements:

  • Be a Kenyan citizen;
  • Cadets must possess a Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of KCSE grade of C+ (plus)
  • Minimum of KCSE grade C- (Minus) for Diploma
  • Privates must possess a minimum of KCSE grade D (+) and above and MUST have NYS Discharge Certificate
  • Have a valid Kenyan National Identity Card (ID) and KRA PIN Certificate;
  • Be between 18 – 28 years
  • Have no criminal record
  • Candidates must be medically fit
  • Successful Candidates MUST undergo NYS Paramilitary training for nine (9) months at NYS Training College
  • Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution
  • Meet the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution

Minimum Academic and Professional Qualifications

  • Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Structural/Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Water Engineering, Architecture from a recognized institution;
  • Be registered by Engineers Registration Board of Kenya as a Graduate Engineer.

Cadet Officers – Civil Engineer – 10 Posts

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Diploma , KCSE
  • Experience
  • Location Nairobi
  • Job Field Engineering / Technical  , Security / Intelligence 

SALARY AND ALLOWANCES As existing in the NYS salary Scale
MEDICAL COVER SHA Scheme of Civil Servants
TERMS OF SERVICE Permanent & Pensionable

The prospective candidates willing to join the National Youth Service MUST meet the following General, Academic and Professional qualifications:

General Requirements:

  • Be a Kenyan citizen;
  • Cadets must possess Bachelor’s Degree and minimum of KCSE grade of C+ (plus)
  • Minimum of KCSE grade C- (Minus) for Diploma
  • Privates must possess a minimum of KCSE grade D (+) and above and MUST have a NYS Discharge Certificate
  • Have a valid Kenyan National Identity Card (ID) and KRA PIN Certificate;
  • Be between 18 – 28 years
  • Have no criminal record
  • Candidates must be medically fit
  • Successful Candidates MUST undergo NYS Paramilitary training for nine (9) months at NYS Training College
  • Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution
  • Meet the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution

Minimum Academic and Professional Qualifications

  • Be in possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in Structural/Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Water Engineering, Architecture from a recognized institution;
  • Be registered by Engineers Registration Board of Kenya as a Graduate Engineer.

NYS Private Officers Recruitment 2026

Cadet Officers – Water Engineer – 2 Posts

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Diploma, KCSE
  • Experience
  • Location Nairobi
  • Job Field: Engineering / Technical, Security / Intelligence 

NYS Private Officers Recruitment 2026

SALARY AND ALLOWANCES As existing in the NYS salary Scale
MEDICAL COVER SHA Scheme of Civil Servants
TERMS OF SERVICE Permanent & Pensionable

The prospective candidates willing to join the National Youth Service MUST meet the following General, Academic and Professional qualifications:

General Requirements:

  • Be a Kenyan citizen;
  • Cadets must possess a Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of KCSE grade of C+ (plus)
  • Minimum of KCSE grade C- (Minus) for Diploma
  • Privates must possess a minimum of KCSE grade D (+) and above, and MUST have a NYS Discharge Certificate
  • Be in possession of a valid Kenyan National Identity Card (ID) and KRA PIN Certificate;
  • Be between 18 – 28 years
  • Have no criminal record
  • Candidates must be medically fit
  • Successful Candidates MUST undergo NYS Paramilitary training for nine (9) months at NYS Training College
  • Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution
  • Meet the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution

Minimum Academic and Professional Qualifications

  • Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Structural/Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Water Engineering, or Architecture from a recognized institution;
  • Be registered by the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya as a Graduate Engineer.

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