In contrast to other security agencies, the National Intelligence Service (NIS) does not engage in mass recruitment or advertise job openings publicly.
Instead, they maintain an element of secrecy by encouraging Kenyans to establish profiles within the NIS career network.
Essentially, it is the NIS that proactively seeks out individuals for career opportunities within the organization.
The NIS prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to attracting the most qualified candidates for available positions.
They consistently recruit Kenyans from diverse professional backgrounds, as well as those possessing specific skills and technical expertise.
NIS requirements
The agency actively seeks individuals who hold certificates, diplomas or undergraduate degrees.
For Certificate holders, candidates must be aged between 20-26 years and they must possess a valid KCSE certificate with a minimum mean grade of D+ or its equivalent
Additionally, they must must have a Certificate from a recognized institution covering at least 6 months of study and must be a Kenyan citizen without criminal record.
Most importantly, candidates must be physically fit.
When it comes to Diploma holders, candidates must be aged between 20-30 years, possess a valid KCSE certificate with a minimum mean grade of C (plain) or its equivalent and must have a college Diploma.
The college Diploma must be earned at least 18 months ago from a recognized institution
Candidates must also be physically fit.
Graduate trainees must be aged between 22-31 years and possess a valid KCSE certificate with a minimum mean grade of C+ or its equivalent.
Candidates must have a Degree from a recognized institution and must be a Kenyan citizen without criminal record.
Above all, they must be physically fit.
How to submit a profile for NIS recruitment
If you don’t have an NIS Career Portal account, proceed to NIS to create a profile. You will receive login details in your email account.
If you already have an NIS Career Portal account, please proceed to the login page to check/update your profile.
To successfully create your profile, attach National ID, Passport photo image and University/College/Tertiary education completion certificate(s).
Other required documents are O-Level School completion certificate and O-Level School leaving certificate.