ADDENDUM                  

 

This is in reference to Kenya Forest Service advertisement on recruitment of Forest Rangers, Forest Assistant and Forester Positions which appeared on the Daily Nation, Standard and my Gov. Pullout published in the Star Newspaper  on  Tuesday  7th February, 2023. In the advertisement, 2000 individuals were targeted for the position of Forest Ranger REF/KFS/FR/2023- KFS Grade 12. It is hereby clarified that the number of individuals required for this  position  has  been  amended  to  1,900  Forest  Rangers.

The recruitment exercise of the Forest Rangers will still take place on 8th March, 2023 as previously specified in respective recruitment centres. However, the Recruitment Centres in the following Counties have been adjusted:-

County Code

County

Initial Recruitment Centre

Changed to:

13.

Tharaka Nithi

County Commissioner’s Grounds- Chuka

Kathwana County Headquarters

14.

Embu

Moi Stadium- Embu

ASK Ground-Njukiini East

26.

Transzoia

Kenyatta Stadium

ASK ground-Kitale

43.

Homabay

Homabay Stadium

Kabunde sports ground

In addition, the Service wishes to advertise for Inspector Cadet – REF KFS/IC/2023KFS GRADE 9 – (100 positions).

Entry Requirements

i.        Must be a Kenyan Citizen

ii.      Bachelor’s degree in security studies, social science or relevant qualification from a recognized institution

iii.     Be aged between 22 to 30 years

iv.     Height of 5.6ft for men and 5.3ft for women

v.       Be physically and medically fit

vi.     Female officers should not be Pregnant before recruitment and during training

vii.    Proficiency in computer applications

viii.   Have a valid Clearance Certificate from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation.

In addition, successful candidates will be required to:

i.        Undergo further medical check-up at the Academy;

ii.       Undergo rigorous Forest Law Enforcement (Para-military) training and

iii.      Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

 

How to apply; Step 1:

Interested candidates who meet the requirements are asked to apply by visiting Kenya Forest Service website: http://www.kenyaforestservice.org and select the JOBS TAB to proceed with the online registration. Following successful online registration, the candidates will receive a notification email.

 

Step 2:

In addition to the online registration, applicants MUST PRINT and attach the NOTIFICATION EMAIL as the first page of the hard copy application. The hard copy application should clearly indicate reference number for the position applied for and attaching current curriculum vitae (clearly indicating the mobile number, names and contact details of three referees), copies of relevant testimonials, academic and professional certificates and a copy of National identity card. The application should clearly be marked with reference number for the position applied for and should either be sent through the post office or hand delivered to the address provided below in a sealed envelope marked “APPLICATION FOR (WRITE POSITION & REFERENCE); so as to reach Kenya Forest Service not later than 20th March, 2023 by 5.00pm.

 

The application will not be considered complete unless the two steps are successfully undertaken. Further, submission of the application through email shall not be considered.

 

CHIEF CONSERVATOR OF FORESTS,

KENYA FOREST SERVICE, KARURA, OFF KIAMBU ROAD, P. O. BOX 3051300100, G.P.O.

NAIROBI, KENYA.

 

NOTE: The application process is free of charge and canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification. The Service is ISO accredited and an equal opportunity employer in line with KFS Human Resource Policies. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

VACANCIES / RECRUITMENT OF FOREST RANGER, FOREST ASSISTANT AND FORESTER POSITIONS

 

The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) is a State Corporation established under the Forest Conservation and Management Act (FCMA), 2016. The mandate of KFS is to protect, conserve and sustainably manage forest resources for socio-economic benefits for the present and future generations. In addition, KFS provides technical advisory services to the County Governments to execute their respective devolved forestry functions.

 

KFS invites qualified, performance-driven and highly motivated individuals to fill the positions of Forest Ranger, Forest Assistant and Forester. This will enable the Service to fulfill its mandate effectively and drive the country towards the attainment of 30% tree cover by 2032, from the current 12.13%.

 

The terms of employment for these positions will be on permanent and pensionable basis upon successful completion of the training and subsequent confirmation.

 

1.     FOREST RANGER –REF KFS /FR/2023 – KFS GRADE 12 – (2,000 POSITIONS)

 

Entry Requirements

           i.     Must be a Kenyan citizen;

         ii.     Must have a National Identification Card;

       iii.     Minimum of D+ (Plus) in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (Examination result slips SHALL NOT be accepted);

        iv.     Be aged between eighteen (18) and twenty-eight (28) years;

         v.     Be of 5.6 ft (men) and 5.3ft (women) in height;

        vi.     Be physically and medically fit;

      vii.     Female candidates should not be pregnant before recruitment and during training and;

    viii.     Have a valid Clearance Certificate from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation.

 

In addition, successful candidates will be required to:

i.               Undergo further medical check-up at the Forest Law Enforcement Academy;

ii.              Undergo rigorous nine (9) months Forest Law Enforcement (Para-military) training and;

iii.            Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

 

Interested candidates are expected to present themselves at their respective recruitment centres as indicated below at 8:00am on Wednesday, 8th March, 2023. Candidates are expected to present both original and one (1) photocopy each of Kenya National Identity Card, Academic Certificates and Testimonials. Each candidate should ensure that they collect their original documents before leaving the recruitment centre. Recruitment of the Forest Rangers will take place in all recruitment centres as tabulated below;

 

County Code

County

Recruitment Centre

 Date and Time

 

1.      

Mombasa

Tononoka Grounds

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

2.      

Kwale

Libra- Kwale Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

3.      

Kilifi

Karisa Maitha Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

4.      

Tana River

Police Grounds Hola

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

5.      

Lamu

Kibaki Grounds

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

6.      

Taita–Taveta

Danson Mwanyumba Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

7.      

Garissa

Garissa PTC Grounds

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

8.      

Wajir

Wajir Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

9.      

Mandera

Geneva grounds near County Commissioner’s office

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

10.   

Marsabit

Marsabit Police line grounds

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

11.   

Isiolo

Isiolo County Police Grounds

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

12.   

Meru

Kinoru Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

13.   

Tharaka-Nithi

County Commissioner’s Grounds- Chuka

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

14.   

Embu

Moi Stadium-Embu

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

15.   

Kitui

Kitui High School – Lower Grounds

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

16.   

Machakos

Machakos Kenyatta Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

17.   

Makueni

Police Grounds Wote

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

18.   

Nyandarua

OlKalou Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

19.   

Nyeri

Ruringu Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

20.   

Kirinyaga

Kerugoya Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

21.   

Murang’a

Ihura Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

22.   

Kiambu

Ndumberi Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

23.   

Turkana

Kenya Prisons Grounds

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

24.   

West Pokot

Makutano Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

25.   

Samburu

Maralal Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

26.   

Trans-Nzoia

Kenyatta Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

27.   

Uasin Gishu

Kipchoge Keino Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

28.   

Elgeyo-Marakwet

Iten Grounds

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

29.   

Nandi

Kapsabet Show Ground

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

30.   

Baringo

Kabarnet Show Ground

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

31.   

Laikipia

Nanyuki Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

32.   

Nakuru

ASK Grounds

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

33.   

Narok

Ole Ntimama Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

34.   

Kajiado

Maasai Technical Institute Grounds

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

35.   

Kericho

Kericho Green Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

36.   

Bomet

Bomet Green Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

37.   

Kakamega

Bukhungu Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

38.   

Vihiga

Kitundu Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

39.   

Bungoma

Bungoma Airstrip

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

40.   

Busia

Busia Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

41.   

Siaya

KMTC Play Grounds

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

42.   

Kisumu

Mamboleo Show Grounds

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

43.   

Homa Bay

Homabay Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

44.   

Migori

Migori Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

45.   

Kisii

Gusii Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

46.   

Nyamira

Jamhuri Gardens

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

47.   

Nairobi

Nyayo National Stadium

8th March, 2023 at 8.00am

 

Note: Only candidates interested with the Forest Ranger Position are required to report to the Recruitment centers.

 

2.     FOREST ASSISTANT III – REF KFS/FAIII/2023 – KFS GRADE 12 – (40 POSITIONS)

 

Entry Requirements

      i.         Must be a Kenyan Citizen;

     ii.         Holder of a Certificate in Forestry from a recognized institution;

   iii.         Minimum of D+ in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education;

   iv.         Proficiency in computer applications and;

     v.         Have a valid Clearance Certificate from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation.

 

In addition, successful applicants will be required to:

i.           Undergo rigorous Forest Law Enforcement (Para-military) training and;

ii.         Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

 

 

 

 

3.     FORESTER II REF-KFS/FII/2023 –KFS GRADE 10 – (260 POSITIONS)

Entry Requirements

               i.         Must be a Kenyan citizen;

              ii.         Holder of a Diploma in Forestry from a recognized institution;

            iii.         Proficiency in computer applications and;

            iv.         Have a valid Clearance Certificate from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation.

In addition, successful applicants will be required to:

i.           Undergo rigorous Forest Law Enforcement (Para-military) training and;

ii.         Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya

 

4.    

 

 How to apply (Applicable to Forest Assistant III & Forester II ONLY);

 

Step 1:

Interested candidates who meet the requirements are asked to apply by visiting Kenya Forest Service website: http://www.kenyaforestservice.org and select the JOBS TAB to proceed with the online registration. Following successful online registration, the candidates will receive a notification email.

 

Step 2:

In addition to the online registration, applicants MUST PRINT and attach the NOTIFICATION EMAIL as the first page of the hard copy application. The hard copy application should clearly indicate reference number for the position applied for and attaching current curriculum vitae (clearly indicating the mobile number, names and contact details of three referees), copies of relevant testimonials, academic and professional certificates and a copy of National identity card. The application should clearly be marked with reference number for the position applied for and should either be sent through the post office or hand delivered to the address provided below in a sealed envelope marked “APPLICATION FOR (WRITE POSITION & REFERENCE); so as to reach Kenya Forest Service not later than Tuesday, 7th March, 2023 by 5.00pm.

 

The application will not be considered complete unless the two steps are successfully undertaken. Further, submission of the application through email shall not be considered.

For inquires/assistance contact KFS helpdesk on the following numbers: 0202020285/0202014663/0202689882 (from 8.00am to 5.00pm) or email: jobs@kenyaforestservice.org

 

Chief Conservator of Forests,

Kenya Forest Service, Karura, Off Kiambu Road,

P. O. Box 30513 – 00100, G.P.O.

NAIROBI, KENYA.

 

NOTE: The application process is free of charge and canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification. The Service is ISO accredited and an equal opportunity employer in line with KFS Human Resource Policies. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

 

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