Kenya National Innovation Agency (KENIA) Recruitment June 2026 | Application Form Portal

Are you an experienced HR professional looking to step into a strategic leadership role within Kenya’s vibrant innovation ecosystem? The Kenya National Innovation Agency (KENIA) Recruitment for June 2026 is officially open, and the agency is actively seeking a qualified candidate for the critical position of Principal Human Resource Management Officer.

Job Overview

Organization	Kenya National Innovation Agency (KENIA)
Eligible Nationality	Kenya
Location	Nairobi
Employment Type	Full-time
Positions	Principal Human Resource Management Officer
Qualifications	Bachelor’s Degree
Application Deadline	24th June, 2026

Duties and responsibilities at the position of Principal Human Resource Management Officer at KENIA entails the following:

• Providing input in the development of the human resource strategies, policies, and procedures;
• Verifying and consolidating information for payroll processing;
• Undertaking training needs analysis, projections and to inform on the training programmes;
• Providing secretarial services to the Management Advisory Committee;
• Ensuring maintenance of Human Resource records in an accurate and timely manner;
• Implementing human resource management decisions within existing rules, regulations and procedures;
• Managing the payroll;
• Preparing and compiling reports on the implementation of the performance management systems including performance appraisal; and
• Updating records of staff training and development programs.

Requirements

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have;

• Served for a cumulative period of nine (9) years’ work experience three (3) years should have been in the grade of Senior Human Resource Management Officer or in a comparable position in the Public Service or Private Sector.
• Bachelors degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;

OR

• Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: – Economics, Sociology, Business Administration, Public Administration, Commerce Plus a Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management/Development or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Been registered by the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM);
• Management Course from a recognized Institution; and
• Proficiency in computer applications.

How to Apply for KENIA Recruitment 2026

1. Click on the blue button shown below to read the full details of the job
2. Scroll to the bottom of KENIA careers page
3. Read through the job details
4. Click on the Apply button
5. Fill and submit the application form