The Kenya National Innovation Agency (KeNIA), a State Corporation established under the Science, Technology and Innovation (ST&I) Act No. 28 of 2013, invites applications from qualified, motivated, and visionary individuals to join its team in driving Kenya’s innovation agenda. KeNIA’s mandate is to develop and manage the National Innovation System (NIS) — a framework that promotes, coordinates, and strengthens linkages among various innovation actors, including government, academia, industry, and society. The Agency plays a key role in promoting knowledge transfer, supporting startups, mobilizing innovation funding, and strengthening policy frameworks for sustainable socio-economic growth. As part of its strategic plan implementation, the Agency seeks to recruit professionals who are passionate about innovation management, resource mobilization, communication, administration, ICT, and operational excellence. The appointments are on permanent terms, offering opportunities for long-term professional growth within a dynamic, forward-thinking environment.

• Develop and implement strategies for strengthening Kenya’s innovation ecosystem.
• Coordinate national innovation programs, research translation initiatives, and technology transfer processes.
• Identify and support innovators and startups to scale their innovations.
• Facilitate linkages among academia, private sector, and government to promote collaborative innovation.
• Conduct research and prepare reports on innovation trends, performance, and impact.
• Support intellectual property management and commercialization of locally developed technologies.
• Monitor implementation of innovation programs funded or supported by KeNIA.
• Represent the Agency in local and international innovation forums.
• Mentor junior officers and provide technical guidance in program design and implementation.

• Strong understanding of innovation systems, entrepreneurship ecosystems, and technology transfer.
• Excellent analytical and policy interpretation skills.
• Strategic planning and stakeholder management.
• Good communication, negotiation, and report-writing abilities.
• Demonstrated capacity to lead projects and deliver measurable outcomes.