In a recent development, the National Crime Research Centre (NCRC) has canceled a recruitment drive for multiple positions, while other government agencies, including the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), the National Social Security Fund (NSSF), the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD), and the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS), have announced job openings. The cancellation of the CRC's recruitment exercise, which included positions in senior management, research, and administrative roles, has left many applicants in a state of uncertainty. The center did not provide a reason for the cancellation, but it assured interested candidates that it remains an equal opportunity employer and warned against fraudulent recruitment schemes. Meanwhile, the NSSF has opened recruitment for several senior management positions, including Manager for Corporate Communications, ICT, Marketing and Member Experience, Human Resources, and Property Management. Applications for these positions must be submitted by post or hand delivery by February 23, 2026. The KICD has also advertised multiple openings for assistant directors and senior curriculum development officers across various disciplines. Applications for these positions must be submitted by February 27, 2026. Additionally, the KUCCPS has announced vacancies for senior and mid-level positions, including directors in ICT, finance, and human resources, a deputy director for legal services, a principal accountant, senior officers in supply chain and planning, and drivers. Applications for these positions must be submitted online through the KUCCPS careers portal. This development comes as a surprise to many, as the KRA has also canceled an earlier job advertisement for the position of Deputy Commissioner in charge of Cargo Scanning and Monitoring. The authority did not provide a reason for the cancellation, but it is expected to announce new recruitment drives in the near future. The cancellation of these recruitment drives has left many job seekers in a state of uncertainty, but it also presents an opportunity for qualified Kenyans to apply for positions in other government agencies. As the recruitment drives continue, it is important for candidates to stay informed and apply for positions that align with their skills and qualifications.
