A guide to the official channels the Public Service Commission uses to advertise vacancies — and how to avoid recruitment scams.

Note: The Public Service Commission (PSC) does not charge any fees for job applications, shortlisting, interviews, or appointments. Always confirm any vacancy against the official sources below before applying or sharing personal documents.

PSC vacancies are advertised regularly — sometimes just a handful of specialized posts, other times recruitment drives covering over a thousand positions across ministries, state departments, and technical training institutes. Because these adverts move quickly and have strict closing dates, it helps to know exactly where the Commission posts them officially, rather than relying on secondhand job boards that may be outdated or, in some cases, fraudulent.

Official Sources for PSC Vacancies

1. The PSC Jobs Portal

psckjobs.go.ke is the Commission’s official recruitment portal — the primary place both to view current adverts under “Advertised Jobs” and to submit your application. This is also where you register an account and track your application status.

2. The Public Service Website

publicservice.go.ke is the Commission’s main website, where detailed vacancy notices, full requirements, and application instructions for each recruitment drive are published, often alongside the jobs portal.

3. MyGov Publications

PSC vacancies are frequently published through the MyGov platform, the Kenyan government‘s official public communication channel, which compiles notices from PSC alongside other government bodies such as the Kenya School of Government and various councils and agencies.

4. PSC’s Official Social Media

The Commission posts vacancy notices on its official social media accounts, including its X (Twitter) handle. These posts often link directly back to the full advert on the Commission’s website or jobs portal.

5. National Newspapers

Larger recruitment drives are still commonly announced in national newspapers alongside the online portals, particularly for senior or high-profile positions such as Principal Secretary or agency chairperson roles.

6. Established Kenyan Job News Sites

Reputable Kenyan outlets often summarize and report on new PSC recruitment drives shortly after they’re announced. These can be a useful early alert, but always confirm the full requirements and apply through the official portal rather than any third-party link.

How to Stay on Top of New Vacancies

  1. Register early on the jobs portal. Creating your psckjobs.go.ke account and completing your profile in advance means you can apply the moment a relevant vacancy opens.
  2. Check the portal regularly. Large recruitment drives can have application windows as short as two to three weeks, so checking every week or two helps you avoid missing a deadline.
  3. Follow PSC’s official social media. This is often the fastest way to be alerted to a new advert as soon as it’s published.
  4. Set a search alert. Searching “PSC jobs Kenya” periodically on Google or news sites can surface recent recruitment drives you might otherwise miss.

How to Avoid Scams and Fake Listings

Watch out: The Commission has repeatedly warned the public about fraudsters impersonating PSC staff and demanding payment for applications, shortlisting, or interviews. PSC does not charge any fees at any stage of recruitment.

Where to Check PSC Vacancies at a Glance

SourceWhat You’ll Find
psckjobs.go.keLive adverts, application portal, status tracking
publicservice.go.keFull vacancy notices and requirements
MyGov platformCross-government job announcements
PSC official social media (X/Twitter)Real-time vacancy alerts
National newspapersMajor recruitment drives and senior roles
Kenyan job news sitesEarly summaries of new recruitment drives

Once you’ve found a vacancy, prepare well before you apply. Register a free account on PSCJobs for interview tips, HR advice, and surveys that help sharpen your job-search and interview readiness.Register on PSCJobs →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is psckjobs.go.ke the only place to apply for PSC jobs?

Yes — all official PSC applications are submitted through psckjobs.go.ke (or the linked public universities and independent offices portal). Hard copy applications are not accepted.

Does PSC charge a fee to apply for a job?

No. PSC has explicitly stated it does not charge any fees for job applications, shortlisting, interviews, or appointments. Treat any request for payment as a scam.

How often does PSC advertise new vacancies?

There’s no fixed schedule — PSC advertises vacancies on an ongoing basis as positions become available, ranging from small specialized recruitment notices to drives covering over a thousand posts at once.

Are county government jobs advertised in the same place as PSC jobs?

No. PSC handles national government recruitment. County government vacancies are advertised separately by each County Public Service Board, usually on the respective county government’s own website.

Bottom line: The most reliable way to find the latest PSC job vacancies in Kenya is to check psckjobs.go.ke and publicservice.go.ke directly, alongside PSC’s official social media and MyGov announcements. Always apply through these official channels, and remember: genuine PSC recruitment never asks you to pay a fee at any stage.

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