The Kenya Institute of Special Education (KISE) has announced 18 vacancies on permanent and pensionable terms. The positions include senior management, assessment, therapy, legal, communications, hospitality, and administrative roles. Interested candidates have until October 14, 2026, to submit their applications online through the Institute's official recruitment portal.
The vacancies include senior management openings such as three Assistant Director positions, each with one available slot. These are Assistant Director, Human Resource Management; Assistant Director, Research, Consultancy and Partnership; and Assistant Director, Assessment and Outreach. Additionally, KISE is recruiting a Principal Hospitality Officer, Principal Administration Officer, and Principal Corporate Communication officer.
The Institute is further seeking professionals in assessment, counselling, therapy, office administration, marketing, and pharmaceutical technology. One position is available each for Senior Therapist; Psychological Counsellor I; Assistant Office Administrator I; Pharmaceutical Technologist III; Senior Marketing Officer; and Legal Officer. There are also positions for Assessors in Functional Assessment in Autism and Audiology.
To apply, candidates must submit their applications through the official KISE recruitment portal. Each application should include an application letter, an up-to-date curriculum vitae, academic and professional certificates, relevant testimonials, a copy of the National Identification Card, and current mobile telephone numbers. Applicants have been advised to ensure that all requested information and supporting documents are uploaded before the deadline.
The deadline for applications is October 14, 2026. The Institute has warned applicants against paying any person or organisation in connection with the process and cautioned that canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification. KISE is an equal-opportunity employer that selects candidates on merit through fair and open competition.
The recruitment process is free of charge, and only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted. Detailed job descriptions, appointment requirements, and application instructions are available on the Institute's recruitment portal. Applicants have been advised to check the portal for more information.
KISE has directed applicants to address their applications to the Director/Chief Executive Officer, Kenya Institute of Special Education, P.O. Box 48413–00100, Nairobi. The Institute aims to draw from the widest possible range of eligible applicants and encourages qualified individuals to apply for the available positions.
Key points
- The Kenya Institute of Special Education is recruiting 18 professionals for permanent and pensionable positions.
- Applications for the positions close on October 14, 2026.
- The Institute has warned applicants against paying any person or organisation in connection with the process.
