KenTrade Recruitment 2025: 9 Positions, How to Apply, Deadline
This guide provides all key information regarding the 2025 KenTrade recruitment process such as; open vacancies in the authority, requirements and qualifications needed, application start and closing date, as well as how to successfully submit application.
As a state owned authority, the Kenya Trade Network Agency was established in January 2011 under the National Treasury to carry out the following responsibilities; establishment, management, and implementation of the National Electronic Single Window System (Kenya TradeNet System) and also to facilitate trade.
When is KenTrade Recruitment 2025 Starting?
The Kenya Trade Network Agency (KenTrade) recruitment for 2025 commenced on Tuesday, 15th April 2025. Interested persons are to visit the recruitment portal to submit application. The step-by-step guidelines on how to do so have been highlighted below.
Open Vacancies at KenTrade 2025
Here are the vacant positions in Kenya Trade Network Agency (KenTrade) that mandates this recruitment exercise.
- Director, Trade Facilitation
- Assistant Manager, Trade Facilitation
- Product and Application Development Officer
- System Analyst
- Internal Auditor, Information Systems
- ICT Service Support Assistant I
- ICT Service Support Assistant II
- Office Assistant I
- Office Assistant II
Eligibility Criteria for Application
- Candidate applying must be a Kenyan citizen (not below 18 years old).
- Must have a government issued National Identity Card or Passport.
- Must be an active member of a relevant professional body.
- It is mandatory to meet the requirements the of chapter six of the Kenyan Constitution.
Requirement for KenTrade Recruitment 2025
In addition to the elibility criteria, below are the requirements for each vacant position.
1. Director, Trade Facilitation
- Candidates going for this role must have advanced qualifications like Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Commerce, Business Administration etc.
- Must have experienced in logistics and shipping.
- Must be an active member of relevant professional body.
- Must have gone through a four (4) week leadership course.
2. Assistant Manager, Trade Facilitation
- The assistant manager for trade facilitation must also meet the same requirements stated for the director’s post. The only difference is that, 8 years experience is required here.
3. Product and Application Development Officer
- Ideal candidate must have a degree in software programming, computer science, information technology or Business IT.
- Must possess at least two (2) years experience in Product & application development.
What is KenTrade Career Portal?
The Kenya Trade Network Agency (KenTrade) career portal is www.kentrade.go.ke. This is the officially approved online portal through which candidates can see latest job openings in the agency and also apply for same.
How to Apply for KenTrade Jobs 2025
Have you seen the vacancy that interest and as well meet the requirements? If yes, follow the steps below to apply.
- Start by opening KenTrade official website
- Navigate to the “Careers” tab on the menu bar.
- Scroll down and click on the “Apply Now” or “Apply for a Job” button.
- Fill out the online application form with the required details including educational and work experiences.
- Attach copies of relevant academic and professional qualifications.
- Cross-check your data and submit.
Application Deadline
Facts to Note:
- Apply on time, do not wait till the deadline.
- To avoid blunders, the application processes must be carried out by the applicant.
- Only apply for one post. Candidates who attempt to apply multiple times will have their application disqualified
- The online application is free. Do not pay. Be guided.
KenTrade Recruitment Process
KenTrade recruitment starts with an official job advert published either on the career portal or MyGov.go.ke, thereby welcoming applications from interested and qualified candidates.
Thereafter, shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for screening and those who pass the test shall be appointed.
