The recruitment drive reflects the corporation’s broader strategy to strengthen its leadership capacity in line with ongoing infrastructure growth.
In a notice issued on Monday, April 13, 2026, the corporation invited qualified candidates to apply for Grade RG3 positions, which include both newly created roles and re-advertised vacancies.
In a notice issued on Monday, April 13, 2026, the corporation invited qualified candidates to apply for Grade RG3 positions, which include both newly created roles and re-advertised vacancies.
The move comes at a time when the government is intensifying efforts to modernize rail transport and improve efficiency across the sector.
Among the roles being re-advertised are key technical and operational positions such as Rail Safety Manager, Passenger Services Manager, Sales and Marketing Manager, and Signaling, Electrical and Communication Manager. These roles are considered critical in ensuring the smooth operation and safety of railway services.
At the same time, Kenya Railways is seeking to fill newly established positions, including Stores and Inventory Manager, Train Operations Manager, and Accounts Manager.
Among the roles being re-advertised are key technical and operational positions such as Rail Safety Manager, Passenger Services Manager, Sales and Marketing Manager, and Signaling, Electrical and Communication Manager. These roles are considered critical in ensuring the smooth operation and safety of railway services.
At the same time, Kenya Railways is seeking to fill newly established positions, including Stores and Inventory Manager, Train Operations Manager, and Accounts Manager.
The introduction of these roles signals an effort to enhance internal systems, strengthen logistics, and improve financial management within the corporation.
All the advertised positions fall under Grade RG3, with each vacancy targeting experienced professionals capable of steering the railway body through its next phase of growth.
Applicants have been advised to submit a comprehensive application package, including a signed application letter, a detailed curriculum vitae with at least three referees, and copies of academic and professional certificates. A copy of a national identification document or passport is also mandatory.
In line with Chapter Six of the Constitution on leadership and integrity, shortlisted candidates will be required to present clearance documents from several government agencies.
All the advertised positions fall under Grade RG3, with each vacancy targeting experienced professionals capable of steering the railway body through its next phase of growth.
Applicants have been advised to submit a comprehensive application package, including a signed application letter, a detailed curriculum vitae with at least three referees, and copies of academic and professional certificates. A copy of a national identification document or passport is also mandatory.
In line with Chapter Six of the Constitution on leadership and integrity, shortlisted candidates will be required to present clearance documents from several government agencies.
These include a certificate of good conduct, tax compliance from the Kenya Revenue Authority, clearance from the Higher Education Loans Board, a credit report from a recognized Credit Reference Bureau, and clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission.
Kenya Railways emphasized that incomplete applications will not be considered, underscoring the importance of strict compliance with the outlined requirements.
Kenya Railways emphasized that incomplete applications will not be considered, underscoring the importance of strict compliance with the outlined requirements.
Successful candidates will also be required to present original documents during the interview process.
The application deadline has been set for April 28, 2026, at 5:00 pm.
The recruitment exercise comes against the backdrop of major developments in the railway sector, including the launch of the Naivasha–Kisumu–Malaba SGR extension project.
The application deadline has been set for April 28, 2026, at 5:00 pm.
The recruitment exercise comes against the backdrop of major developments in the railway sector, including the launch of the Naivasha–Kisumu–Malaba SGR extension project.
President William Ruto, alongside Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, recently presided over the groundbreaking ceremony at the Kibos site in Kisumu, marking the start of construction for the multi-billion-shilling project.
The 369-kilometre railway line, estimated to cost Ksh500 billion, is expected to enhance regional connectivity, facilitate trade, and improve passenger transport between Kenya and Uganda.
The 369-kilometre railway line, estimated to cost Ksh500 billion, is expected to enhance regional connectivity, facilitate trade, and improve passenger transport between Kenya and Uganda.
Once complete, it will link the western region to the Port of Mombasa, forming a critical segment of the East African transport corridor.
As the SGR expansion gains momentum, Kenya Railways is positioning itself to play a central role in driving economic growth through efficient and modern rail services.
As the SGR expansion gains momentum, Kenya Railways is positioning itself to play a central role in driving economic growth through efficient and modern rail services.
The latest recruitment drive is therefore seen as a key step in building the human resource capacity needed to support the country’s ambitious infrastructure agenda.
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