The Kenya Animal Genetic Resources Centre (KAGRC) has announced 21 permanent and pensionable job opportunities for qualified Kenyans across several departments.
The state corporation, which operates under the Ministry of Agriculture, invited applications from professionals seeking careers in veterinary services, administration, laboratory operations, and livestock management.
According to the notice published in the Government Advertising Agency’s MyGov publication, the vacancies are aimed at strengthening the institution’s role in producing, preserving, conserving, and distributing animal genetic materials in the country.
Positions Available
KAGRC said the available positions include Principal Internal Auditor, Veterinary Officer, Administration Officer, Laboratory Technician, Office Assistant, and Livestock Assistant.
Among the advertised vacancies are:
- Principal Internal Auditor – 1 position
- Veterinary Officer – 1 position
- Administration Officer – 1 position
- Laboratory Technician – 6 positions
- Office Assistant – 4 positions
- Livestock Assistant – 8 positions
The institution noted that all successful applicants will be employed on permanent and pensionable terms.
Application Process
Interested candidates have been advised to submit their applications through the official KAGRC recruitment portal, via email, or physically at the institution’s offices in Lower Kabete, Nairobi.
Applicants are required to attach academic certificates, professional documents, and other supporting testimonials during the application process.
KAGRC stated that applications should be addressed to the Managing Director and submitted before the deadline on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 5:00 pm.
Push for Stronger Job Applications
Career development experts have encouraged applicants to tailor their CVs to the advertised roles to improve their chances of securing interviews.
Career development associate Simon Ingari noted that many employers now use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to filter applications before recruiters review them manually.
He advised job seekers to use relevant keywords from job advertisements and customize their resumes based on the specific role being applied for.
More Public Sector Opportunities Emerging
The announcement comes amid an increase in public sector recruitment across various government institutions.
Recently, the Water Resources Authority (WRA) also announced more than 100 vacancies in technical, scientific, administrative, and support departments as state agencies continue expanding service delivery and operational capacity.
