Vacancy title:
Assistant Director, Infrastructure Development

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics, Category: Management, Science & Engineering, Business Operations, Civil & Government, Transportation & Logistics, Construction]

Jobs at:
Nairobi Metropolitan Area Transport Authority

Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, September 15 2026

Duty Station:
Prism Towers, Upper Hill, 3rd Ngong Avenue, 32nd Floor | Nairobi | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, August 25 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Background

The Nairobi Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (NaMATA) is a State Corporation, established via the Nairobi Metropolitan Area Transport Authority Order, 2017 (Legal Notice No. 18 of 2017), covering the five (5) Counties that make the Metropolitan area, namely, Nairobi, Kajiado, Machakos, Muranga and Kiambu. NaMATA has the responsibility of planning, regulating and coordinating the supply of adequate and effective Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS) in the Nairobi Metropolitan Area (NMA). Pursuant to the provisions of the Legal Notice No, 18 of 2017, the Board of Directors invites applications from suitably qualified Kenyans citizens who wish to be considered for the position of Director General, Nairobi Metropolitan Area Transport Authority.

Job Summary

To manage the day-to-day implementation of infrastructure projects, coordinate site supervision, and enforce technical specifications; ensuring that project milestones are achieved and that contractors adhere to approved designs and safety protocols.

Terms of Service and Remuneration

The successful candidate will serve as detailed in the specific job profiles posted on the website. The salary and other benefits attached to this position will be as determined by the Board guided by the State Corporations and Advisory Committee (SCAC) in consultation with the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).

General Information

For the detailed Job Profile, Specification and general information on NaMATA, please visit the Authority’s website:www.namata.go.ke

Chapter Six Requirements

Successful applicants are expected to fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, and MUST obtain and submit VALID clearance certificates from the following organizations upon offer of appointment:

• Individual Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
• Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Directorate of Criminal Investigation (Certificate of Good); and
• An Approved Credit Reference Bureau

Equal Opportunity Employer

NaMATA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and gender equality. Persons living with disability (PWDs), women and those from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply.

Disqualification Clause

Applications without the relevant qualifications, copies of documentation / details as sought for will not be considered. Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.

EACC Clearance

Names of the shortlisted candidates will be forwarded to the Ethics & Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) for clearance. Only those cleared by the EACC shall be contacted.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure
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Candidates who meet the above requirements should submit their applications so as to reach the address shown below on 15th September, 2026 at 12:00 noon. Applications should include CVs with details of day time contacts, current and expected salary, notice period required to take up appointment, names and contacts of three (3) referees. Applicants must also attach copies of all Certificates/Testimonials, and copy of National ID / Passport.

The Chairman,
Nairobi Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (NaMATA),
Prism Towers, Upper Hill
3rd Ngong Avenue, 32nd Floor
P. O. Box 30117 - 00100,
NAIROBI

Or  to:  or hand delivered and inserted in the Recruitment Box placed on the 32nd Floor.

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