Vacancy title:
Fashion & Design (Dressmaking) Technician

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Art, Fashion & Design, Education]

Jobs at:
Kitale National Polytechnic

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, September 11 2026

Duty Station:
Kitale | kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, August 21 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Background

Kitale Technical Institute was established in 1980 as a public institute under the provisions of the Education Act(CAP211). It has grown to be the leading training institute in the region. It is located within Kitale Municipality along Elgon Rd, 1km from Kitale town. VISION "A Technical of training institute of Excellence in management, technologica...

Job Summary

The Technician will support practical training in dressmaking and fashion design, assisting trainees to acquire hands-on competencies in garment construction, pattern making and use of production equipment.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma in Fashion Design and Dressmaking/Garment Technology or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Hands-on skills in pattern drafting, cutting, sewing and garment finishing.
• Computer applications literacy.
• Relevant industrial / production work experience is an added advantage.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Strong practical dressmaking and garment-construction skills.
• Creativity and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of safe operation and maintenance of sewing/production machines.
• Good interpersonal and trainee-mentoring skills.
• Garment production skills is an added advantage

Key Responsibilities

• Assist trainers in delivering practical lessons in fashion design and dressmaking.
• Maintain and service sewing machines and production equipment.
• Manage inventory of fabrics, tools and consumables for practical sessions.
• Guide trainees in pattern making, cutting and garment construction techniques.
• Support CBET-based assessment of trainees' practical competencies.
• Maintain workshop cleanliness and enforce safety procedures.

General Conditions for All Applicants

• Must be a Kenyan citizen of good conduct and not have any pending integrity, criminal or disciplinary issues.
• Must satisfy Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership and Integrity.
• Successful candidates will be required to obtain clearance certificates from: Kenya Revenue Authority (Tax Compliance), Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), Directorate of Criminal Investigations (Certificate of Good Conduct), and a Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

PLEASE NOTE:

Kitale National Polytechnic is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities, women, and candidates from marginalized/minority groups are encouraged to apply.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: associate degree

Job application procedure

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications enclosing a detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates, national identity card, and three (3) reference letters,

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The applications should be in hard copy and in a sealed envelope with advert reference number; to reach the Chief Principal by 11th September 2026.

The Chief Principal

Kitale National Polytechnic

P.O Box 2162-30200, KITALE

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