IEBC Announces Temporary Jobs Paying Up To Sh2,500 Daily; Requirements and How To Apply

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has opened applications for thousands of short-term positions across the country, offering Kenyans an opportunity to earn between Sh1,000 and Sh2,500 per day while supporting critical electoral processes.

The positions come as the electoral body intensifies preparations for the 2027 General Election, having recently launched a continuous voter registration drive targeting 6.3 million new voters.

The temporary staff will also support upcoming by-elections scheduled for November.

Available Positions and Pay Scales

The commission has advertised multiple categories of positions with varying remuneration packages based on roles and responsibilities.

County voter educators top the pay scale at Sh2,500 per day, followed by constituency voter educators and presiding officers who will each earn Sh2,000 daily. Electoral trainers will also receive Sh2,000 per day for their services.

Deputy presiding officers have been allocated Sh1,800 daily, while several positions including voter registration clerks, ICT clerks, ward-based voter educators, and logistics officers will earn Sh1,500 per day.

Voter registration clerks will be stationed at 57 Huduma Centres nationwide, where they will be responsible for updating the voters register and guiding Kenyans through the registration process.

At the entry level, polling and counting clerks will receive Sh1,000 per day for their services during the electoral exercises.

Key Requirements for Applicants

The electoral commission has set specific criteria that all interested candidates must meet to be considered for these positions.

Applicants must be Kenyan citizens of high integrity and non-partisan, hold both a degree and diploma certificate from recognized institutions, be computer literate, reside in the constituency or ward for which they apply, and be available for the entire duration of the exercise .

Additionally, candidates must be aged 19 years and above with a minimum of KCSE C- grade.

For certain technical positions, a diploma in ICT, statistics, education, business administration, or related fields will provide an added advantage .

The commission has emphasized that it seeks individuals who can demonstrate impartiality and commitment to the electoral process, given the sensitive nature of election-related work.

How To Apply

Interested applicants are required to submit their applications online via the IEBC Job Portal at <https://jobs.iebc.or.ke>.

The portal provides detailed information on duties, responsibilities, and specific requirements for each category of vacant positions.

To complete the application process, candidates need to create an account, provide accurate personal details, upload academic certificates, and choose the specific position and location they wish to work in .

The commission advises applicants to carefully review the requirements for their preferred positions before submitting applications to ensure they meet all necessary qualifications.

Application Deadline

The window for applications closes on October 16, 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews , and the commission has warned that canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

The voter registration exercise, which began on September 29, is part of IEBC’s effort to register millions of new voters and will also facilitate those seeking to transfer their registration to different polling stations .

The commission has introduced iris recognition as an additional biometric identifier, alongside fingerprints and facial photographs, to enhance voter verification and reduce errors .

The temporary staff recruitment represents a significant opportunity for Kenyans seeking short-term employment while contributing to the country’s democratic processes. With positions spread across all 47 counties, the exercise aims to ensure adequate staffing for both the ongoing voter registration drive and the upcoming electoral events.

Prospective applicants are encouraged to visit the IEBC jobs portal immediately to access full details and submit their applications before the October 16 deadline.

For more information, visit the IEBC official website at www.iebc.or.ke or the jobs portal at jobs.iebc.or.ke