NYS Announces 2025 Nationwide Recruitment Drive

January 28, 2025 – The Kenya National Youth Service (NYS) has announced a week-long recruitment drive for male and female volunteers across the country, set to commence from Monday, February 10, 2025, to Saturday, February 15, 2025.

Eligibility Criteria for Recruitment:

– Citizenship: Applicants must be Kenyan citizens residing in the Sub County where they wish to be recruited.
– Age: Candidates must be between 18 and 24 years old.
– Education: A minimum mean grade of D plain in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) is required.
– Documentation: Original National Identity Card and academic certificates must be presented, with one set of photocopies to be submitted at the recruitment center.
– Character: A certificate of Good Conduct is mandatory.
– Health: Applicants must be prepared for medical examinations during and post-recruitment.
– Service Commitment: Volunteers must be ready to serve anywhere in Kenya.
– Physical Fitness: Candidates should be prepared for rigorous physical training.

Special Considerations:

– Orphans: Those who are orphans and meet the above criteria will receive special preference upon providing official documentation such as parents’ death certificates or burial permits.
– Persons with Disabilities: Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to participate, provided they can manage the physical demands of the training.
– Sports and Talents: Those with proven sports skills or talents will also be considered for recruitment.

Next Steps for Successful Candidates:

Successful applicants will be required to report to either the NYS Paramilitary Academy in Gilgil or the National Youth Service Technical Training Institute (NYSTTI) in Naivasha. The specific dates and times will be communicated through calling letters.

This recruitment exercise not only aims to bolster the ranks of the NYS but also provides an opportunity for Kenyan youth to contribute to national development, learn new skills, and participate in community service.

For more information or to prepare for the recruitment, prospective volunteers are encouraged to visit the official NYS website.

Recruitment dates and venues