Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) is a state corporation established to regulate, develop, and promote scheduled crops value chains for increased economic growth. This is an entry-level grade for certificate holders within the electrical artisan cadre. An officer at this level works under the guidance and supervision of a senior officer to maintain and repair electrical systems within the authority's facilities.
Key Responsibilities
Troubleshooting: Diagnose electrical issues to detect any defects in systems and components.
Inspection: Regularly inspect circuit breakers and other electrical components to ensure efficient and effective operation.
Maintenance: Conduct general electrical maintenance and update maintenance schedules to ensure system longevity.
Compliance: Label system components to comply with established safety standards.
Wiring: Undertake electrical wiring for lighting, intercoms, and other related electrical systems.
Installation: Install electrical apparatus, fixtures, and equipment for alarms and other specialized systems.
Component Installation: Install safety and distribution components including switches, resistors, and circuit-breaker panels.
Repair and Replacement: Replace old wiring and insulated cables, clean circuits, and repair or substitute damaged electrical units.
Requirements and Qualifications
Education: Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade D+ (D plus) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
Certification: Government Trade Test Certificate Grade I in Electrical or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in computer applications.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
Shortlisted candidates will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 by providing:
Police Clearance Certificate from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations.
Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
Report from an Approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).
Clearance from Commission for University Education for degrees obtained outside Kenya.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the requisite qualifications are encouraged to submit their application in a sealed envelope marked “Recruitment - Artisan III (Electrical)”. Applications must include copies of academic and professional certificates, testimonials, and a detailed CV (including current position, email, and telephone contacts of three referees familiar with your work experience).
Submission Options:
By Post: Address to: The Director General, Agriculture and Food Authority, Tea House, 5th Floor, Naivasha Road, Off Ngong Road, P.O. Box 37962 - 00100, Nairobi.
Hand Delivery: The Director General’s Office, Agriculture and Food Authority, Tea House on 5th Floor, Naivasha Road, Off Ngong Road, Nairobi.
By Email: Send the application letter and all accompanying documents as one PDF attachment to: recruitment@afa.go.ke
Deadline: 14th April, 2026 at 12.00 noon.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the requisite qualifications are encouraged to submit their application in a sealed envelope marked “Recruitment - Artisan III (Electrical)”.
Applications must include:
Copies of academic and professional certificates.
Testimonials.
Detailed curriculum vitae (including current position, email, and telephone contacts of three referees familiar with your work experience).
Submission Options:
By Post: Address to:
The Director General
Agriculture and Food Authority
Tea House, 5th Floor
Naivasha Road, Off Ngong Road
P.O. Box 37962 - 00100
Nairobi
Hand Delivery: The Director General’s Office, Agriculture and Food Agriculture, Tea House on 5th Floor, Naivasha Road, Off Ngong Road, Nairobi.
By Email: Send the application letter and all accompanying documents as one PDF attachment to: recruitment@afa.go.ke
Compliance Requirements:
Shortlisted candidates must satisfy Chapter Six of the Constitution by providing: Police Clearance, HELB Clearance, KRA Tax Compliance Certificate, EACC Clearance, and a Credit Reference Bureau report.
