Office of the Auditor-General (OAG) Kenya Recruitment 2025: 190+ Job Vacancies

The Office of the Auditor-General (OAG) in Kenya has announced its 2025 external recruitment drive to fill various positions across different fields. This recruitment offers opportunities for professionals in auditing, finance, ICT, communications, law, and administrative support to join one of the country’s most important oversight institutions. With over 190 positions available nationwide, this call targets both experienced professionals and entry-level candidates looking to advance their careers in public service.

The Office of the Auditor-General (OAG) is an Independent Office established under Article 229 of the Constitution of Kenya. The Office is charged with the primary oversight role of ensuring accountability in the use of public resources within the three arms of government (the Legislature, the Judiciary and the Executive) as well as the Constitutional Commissions, Independent Office and any entity that is funded from public funds.

Vacancies

Pursuant to Article 252 (1) (c) of the Constitution, the Office seeks to recruit qualified and competent staff to fill the following positions:

• Deputy Auditor General, Grade OAG 2, Posts 2, Ref. No. 01/09/2025

Reporting to the Auditor-General, the Deputy Auditor General will be responsible for
providing leadership in the development and implementation of the strategy for
provision of Audit Services in a Department within the Office of the Auditor-General.

• Principal Legal Officer, Grade OAG 5, Posts 1, Ref. No. 02/09/2025

This position is responsible for the implementation of the legal services strategy and
plans, handling litigations and provision of legal advice to the office.

• Principal Communications Officer, Grade OAG 5, Posts 1, Ref. No. 03/09/2025

This position is responsible for implementation of various internal communication
interventions between OAG leadership and management for enhanced performance
and service delivery to citizens.

• Principal Internal Auditor, Grade OAG 5, Posts 2, Ref. No. 04/09/2025

This position performs high risk professional internal audit work. Work involves
leading or conducting performance, operational, financial, and compliance audit
projects; providing consulting services to the OAG’s management and staff; and
providing key input to development of the risk-based annual internal audit plan.

• Senior Internal Auditor, Grade OAG 6, Posts 4, Ref. No. 05/09/2025

Performs professional internal audit work including conducting performance,
operational, financial and compliance audit projects under the supervision of senior
internal audit staff; providing consulting services to the organization’s management
and staff; and providing input to development of the annual internal audit plan.

• Audit Associate II, Grade OAG 8, Posts 150, Ref. No. 06/09/2025

This is the entry and training grade for the Audit staff. The position is responsible for the execution of audit functions assigned and assists in the delivery of timely documentation of audit findings to management for review. The successful candidates will be posted to any of the OAG Regional offices located in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kilifi, Kisumu, Nakuru, Kericho, Eldoret, Kitale, Garissa, Machakos, Kakamega, Embu, Nyeri, Isiolo and Homabay or Corporate Services Department – in Finance, Supply Chain Management or ICT.

• Finance Officer II, Grade OAG 8, Posts 6, Ref. No. 07/09/2025

This will be the entry and training grade for Finance staff. An officer at this level will be
responsible for performing a variety of accounting work on a limited scope.

• ICT Officer II (Security), Grade OAG 8, Posts 3, Ref. No. 08/09/2025

This will be the entry and training grade for ICT staff. The position is responsible for
identifying and addressing potential risks in security governance and compliance

• Communications Officer II, Grade OAG 8, Posts 1, Ref. No. 09/09/2025

Communications Associate II will be deployed to perform general Communications
functions and assist the implementation of various internal and external
communication interventions in the Office

• Drivers, Grade OAG 11, Posts 15, Ref. No. 10/09/2025

The Motor Vehicle Driver will be responsible for the transportation of authorized staff
and goods in the Office of the Auditor-General

• Office Assistant, Grade OAG 11, Posts 10, Ref. No. 11/09/2025

This will be the entry and training grade for this cadre. This position is responsible for
provision of support services to the organization to enable the Office run efficiently.

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Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must be Kenya Citizens

Application Procedure

Candidates applying for these positions should visit our website at www.oagkenya.go.ke for more detailed job descriptions and the procedure for applications.

All applications must be emailed to the email address provided. No physical/paper applications will be accepted.

Documents

Applicants must attach the following documents:

a) Fully filled Application Form clearly indicating the post applied for, full name of the applicant, National ID Card No, Telephone Number & alternate telephone contact/number and email address and all other required information.

b) Academic and professional certificates
c) Curriculum Vitae (CV)
d) Relevant testimonials
e) Successful candidates will be required to provide Clearance certificates from the following bodies:

i. Directorate of Criminal Investigations
ii. Credit Reference Bureau
iii. Kenya Revenue Authority
iv. Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
v. Higher Education Loans Board where applicable

Applications should reach the Office of the Auditor-General on or before 15 October, 2025.

Important Considerations

• It is a criminal offence to provide false information and/or fake documents in the job applications. The Office shall take appropriate action on any applicant who shall be found to have presented false information and/or fake documents.
• The Office of the Auditor-General is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to have diversity in the workforce in line with the Constitution and qualified women and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted. Canvassing of any form/manner will lead to automatic disqualification.

Frequent Asked Questions

Q1: When is the application deadline for OAG jobs 2025?
The deadline is 15 October 2025.

Q2: How do I apply for the OAG 2025 recruitment?
Applications must be submitted via email to the specific address listed for each position. Physical applications will not be accepted.

Q3: Who can apply for entry-level roles?
Bachelor’s degree holders in relevant fields such as Accounting, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or Social Sciences are eligible. Specific roles like drivers and office assistants have KCSE requirements.

Q4: Are clearance certificates required during application?
Not immediately. Only successful candidates will be required to provide clearance certificates from bodies like DCI, KRA, CRB, HELB, and EACC.

Q5: Can applicants with disabilities apply?
Yes. The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women and persons with disabilities to apply.

Q6: Where can I find more details about the job descriptions?
Visit the OAG website for full descriptions and updates.