The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has publicized the availability of temporary 2025 job openings in all counties. These are positions commissioned as part of the electoral voter registration and preparatory activities besides by-elections in the run-up to the 2027 General Election.
This new IEBC recruitment initiative vouches to bring on board numerous short-term workers for thousands of afore termed roles across Kenya, with a provision to daily pay of up to Ksh. 2,500. Among others, staff required are voter educators, ICT clerks, trainers, and the like. Qualification of the incumbents, fringe benefits, and periods of engagement may vary according to the type of activity.
| Position | Daily Pay (Ksh) |
|---|---|
| County Voter Educator | 2,500 |
| Constituency Voter Educator | 2,000 |
| Support Electoral Trainer (SET) | 2,000 |
| Presiding Officer | 2,000 |
| Deputy Presiding Officer | 1,800 |
| Voter Registration Clerk (Huduma Centres) | 1,500 |
| ICT Clerk | 1,500 |
| Ward-based Voter Educator | 1,500 |
| Logistics Officer | 1,500 |
| Polling/Counting Clerk | 1,000 |
Reference: IEBC Official Website
IEBC Job Requirements for 2025
For the 2025 IEBC recruitment, candidates must possess specific qualifications and the right character. Besides integrity, non-partisanship and living near the office are other requirements which the commission underscores.
The requirements which are most important are:
- Be a Kenyan citizen and a person of good character.
- Have no political party affiliations or political bias.
- Lodge in the constituency or ward of choice.
- For data-related vacancies, applicants should have pertinent computer skills and good knowledge of ICT.
- (By position) Hold at least a diploma or degree from a reputable institution.
- Be at hand for voter registration and verification exercises.
Applicants must be aware that they are not allowed to campaign or influence recruitment in any way. Immediate disqualification will be the sanction for any such attempt.
How to Apply for IEBC Jobs 2025
The IEBC job submission is strictly an online exclusive exercise. Candidates interested in applying for this vacancy should do it on the IEBC recruitment portal, and the step below explains how to go about this:
- Open the IEBC website and click the link to the IEBC job opportunities page.
- Register for a user account by providing a valid email address and password.
- Make sure you fill in your personal and contact sections with true information.
- Attach academic and professional certificates as soft copies.
- Show the job title and the place (the county or ward) that you are willing to work in.
- Verify all the information you have given and then submit.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the interviewing or training dates by then October 16, 2025, which is the closing date for submission of the applications.
IEBC Job Categories and Expected Roles
The IEBC has divided the available job positions into several categories based on their functions. Each of these works has an important role to play in the electoral process, the activities may range from data collection to voter education. The following are the main categories summarized:
1. Voter Education and Training
The voter educators at county and constituency levels will be responsible for conducting civic education campaigns, whereas Support Electoral Trainers will facilitate the training of clerks and officials for pre-registration activities.
2. Clerical and ICT Support
ICT clerks and voter registration clerks will be in charge of digital data entry and verification. For these kinds of work basic computer skills would suffice.
3. Polling and Logistics
Presiding officers, their deputies and polling clerks from the centers will be in charge of voter registration centers; they will handle logistics as well as keep the order during the registration phase.
4. Administrative Support
Ward-based voter educators and logistics officers will be the link that the local teams and county offices will coordinate through without any failures.
Expected Duration and Engagement
The engagement tenure for the bulk of the positions will likely cover the stages of voter registration and verification. The election period may witness the continuation of some roles depending on the staff’s performance and the operational needs. In the event of successful recruitment, short-term contracts will be issued to applicants stipulating their tasks and payment.
Why Work for IEBC?
Working with the IEBC means you are part of the process that leads to the formation of a government in Kenya, at the same time, you gain valuable experience in the field of civic administration. Temporary staff members are the most likely to get the practical skills in data management, public communication, and electoral operations that will be useful in their further career.
Important Dates and Application Tips
- Application Portal Opens: Ongoing
- Deadline: October 16, 2025
- Shortlisting and Interviews: Late October 2025
- Training and Deployment: November–December 2025
Tips: Make sure that all your documents are not only clear but also easily readable before upload. Check twice to confirm that your name and ID number are correctly spelled. When you are submitting your application make sure that you use a strong internet connection.
FAQ: IEBC Jobs 2025
1. Where can I apply for IEBC jobs in 2025?
Every application must be submitted through the official IEBC recruitment portal at jobs.iebc.or.ke.
2. What is the pay for IEBC temporary jobs?
The daily wage for various roles ranges from Ksh1,000 to Ksh2,500.
3. Can I apply for more than one position?
We advise the applicants to submit a single application for one job in one county or constituency.
4. Who is eligible to apply?
Any Kenyan of good character who is computer literate and holds the relevant academic qualifications is eligible to apply.
5. What is the deadline for IEBC job applications?
The last day to submit applications is October 16, 2025. No late applications will be accepted.
