Principal Engineering Technologist (Registration & Licensing) Job KETRB

Engineering Jobs, KETRB Jobs.

Basic Salary: Ksh.118,323 – 178,783 p. m.
House Allowance: Ksh.35,000 p.m.
Commuter Allowance: Ksh. 8,000 p.m.

Job Description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Reviewing and implementing engineering technology registration and licensing policies, strategies, procedures and guidelines;
• Maintaining the register of all registered engineering technology professionals and consulting firms;
• Participating in the design, development and maintenance of the registration and licensing information management systems;
• Supporting in gazettement of the registered engineering technology professionals; and
• Participating in assessment of engineering technology qualifications of foreign persons intending to offer engineering technology professional services or works in Kenya.

Qualifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: –

• Served cumulatively for nine (9) years, three (3) years of which must have been in the grade of Senior Engineering Technologist or in a comparable position in the Public Service;
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Technology in any of the following fields; Mechanical Engineering, Building Technology, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Education Technology, Agricultural Engineering or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution; or a Higher National Diploma in any of the following fields; Mechanical Engineering, Building and Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• A management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized Institution;
• Registered with Kenya Engineering Technology Registration Board as a Professional Engineering Technologist;
• A valid annual practicing license from Kenya Engineering Technology Registration Board; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.

Note: Proven experience in undertaking registration and licensing duties and responsibilities shall be an added advantage.

How to Apply

• Interested applicants to visit the Board website for a detailed advertisement and application information on www.ketrb.go.ke.
• Applications shall be submitted both in soft and hard copies.

Submission Guidelines: – Hard copy applications must be sealed, clearly marked

“Confidential”, and indicate the Job Vacancy number corresponding to the position applied for to.

Registrar / Chief Executive Officer
Kenya Engineering Technology Registration Board
P.O BOX 5901 – 00200
NAIROBI

OR

Hand delivered to 11th floor, Room No 3, National Bank Building, Harambee Ave. Nairobi.

Soft copy applications must be submitted via the link provided on the website.

• Applications should be accompanied by a detailed up to date curriculum vitae, certified true copies of academic and professional certificates, National Identity Card or Passport, together with testimonials and other relevant supporting documents.
• Applications should reach us not later than 5.00 p.m. (East African Time) on 14th April, 2026.
• Shortlisted candidate must satisfy the requirement of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution on leadership and integrity by submitting clearance certificate from relevant institutions.

Note:

• KETRB is an equal opportunity employer, people with disabilities, the marginalized and the minorities are encouraged to apply.
• Applicants are informed that any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
• It is criminal offence to present fake certificate/ documents.
• The Board does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.