Vacancy title:
Protocol Officer/ Reception Officer 1

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Public Administration, and Government, Category: Admin & Office, Civil & Government, Communications & Writing, Public Relations, Customer Service, Cleaning & Facilities]

Jobs at:
County Government of Kirinyaga

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, May 29 2026

Duty Station:
Kirinyaga | Kirinyaga

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, May 15 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Kirinyaga County borders Nyeri County, Murang’a County and Embu County.It covers an area of 1,478.1 square kilometers. The county lies between 1,158 metres and 5,380 metres above sea level in the South and at the Peak of Mt. Kenya respectively. Mt. Kenya which lies on the northern side greatly influences the landscape of the county as well as other ...

Duties & Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director Communication, the holder of this position will be responsible for: –

• Receiving and ushering VIPs/guests during State functions and national days’ celebrations;
• Maintaining daily record of visitors details;
• Manning the reception desk;
• Profiling visitors;
• Maintaining good ambience in the reception area;
• Responding to visitors queries and telephone inquiries;
• Recording and confirming visitors’ appointments;
• Receiving, guiding and directing visitors to designated offices and areas;
• Issuing visitors passes; and
• Making seating arrangements and tagging VIP seats during official and government functions.

Job Requirements

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Public Relations, Public Administration, Political Science, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
• Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution;
• Satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya.

NOTE

Women and persons living with disabilities who meet the specified requirements are encouraged to apply.

Salary and benefits attached to these posts are as per the guidelines by Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

Prospective candidates are encouraged to apply online using the County Public Service Board website: cpsb.kirinyaga.go.ke ON OR BEFORE MIDNIGHT OF FRIDAY 29TH MAY 2026.

NB: HAND DELIVERED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Successful candidates shall be required to provide clearances and attach copies or evidence thereof of the updated documents below.

• Kenya Revenue Authority
• Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission
• Criminal Investigation Department (Certificate of Good Conduct)
• Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce their original identity cards, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, clearance and other relevant documents in support of their applications.

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