The Ministry of ICT’s State Department for Broadcasting and Telecommunications is hiring Information Assistants across various locations. This entry-level role involves gathering and sharing important government news and information, managing communication channels, and distributing official publications. If you have a Diploma and are ready to contribute to public information dissemination, we encourage you to apply for this permanent position.
INFORMATION ASSISTANT III – THIRTY (30) POSTS – V/NO. 123/2026
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh 30,400 p.m – Ksh 38,880 p.m. (CSG 12)
House Allowance: Ksh 3,850 p.m. – Ksh 6,750 p.m.
Commuter Allowance: Ksh 4,000 p.m.
Leave allowance: As provided in the Civil Service
Annual Leave: 30 working days per financial year
Medical Cover: As provided by the government
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Qualification Requirements
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have a Diploma in any of the following Social Sciences: Photojournalism, Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Communication Studies or Media Studies/Science from a recognized institution.
Duties and Responsibilities
This will be the entry and training grade for Information Assistants. Duties and responsibilities will include:-
(i) gathering, writing, dispatching news, information and features;
(ii) managing information gathering and dissemination systems; and
(iii) distribution of Government publications under the guidance of a senior officer.