Tradesmen/Women (Diploma) Vacancies at Kenya Defence Forces

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Nairobi

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Prospective candidates must have a minimum mean grade of C (Plain) in KCSE, a relevant Diploma or above from a recognized institution and be registered with the relevant statutory bodies, where applicable.

Additional Attributes

Company Name Kenya Defence Forces

Application Deadline 2025-10-12

How to Apply

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR PROFESSIONAL ROLES.
Basic Eligibility
Must be a Kenyan citizen with a valid ID. Original & four (4) copies each of the National ID, KRA PIN Certificate, Academic certificates required.

Age Requirements
GSO Cadets: 18-26 years; Specialist Officers & Tradesmen/women: Not above 30 years; Chaplains/Imams: Not above 39 years.

Professional Requirements
Candidates should have relevant academic qualifications and at least two (2) years of professional experience in their field, verified by their regulatory body.

Physical & Health Requirements
Men: Min height 1.60m (5ft 3in), min weight 54.55kg. Women: Min height 1.52m (5ft), min weight 50kg. BMI below 30, no major scars or tattoos.

Other Conditions
A clean criminal record is required. Female candidates must not be pregnant at the time of recruitment or during training.

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The deadline for applications is 12th October 2025.