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KWS Recruitment of Cadets and Rangers 1500 positions March

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Recruitment of Cadets and Rangers

Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) is a State Corporation established as a Uniformed and Disciplined Service by the Wildlife (Conservation and Management) Act of 1989 (now repealed and replaced by the Wildlife Conservation and Management Act No. 47 of 2013). The overall mandate of the Service is to conserve and manage national parks, sanctuaries, and wildlife in the country and enforce related Laws and Regulations. The Service is also responsible for the management and protection of critical water catchment areas and also complements other National Security Agencies in combating insecurity and counter-terrorism initiatives. KWS has advertised Recruitment of Cadets and Rangers.

The Service operates in remote environments and seeks to recruit 1,500 young and dynamic individuals as Cadets (Assistant Warden I) – 150 and Rangers – 1,350 who can endure the conditions for training and deployment to various conservation areas in response to the wildlife protection challenges currently being experienced in the country in a phased approach as follows:-

1. Cadets (Assistant Warden I) – Kws Job Grade “9” – 100 Posts – Ref: KWS/01/2024

Job Requirements:

The applicant must:

  • Be a citizen of Kenya;
  • Be a holder of Bachelor’s Degree minimum of 2nd class honors lower division in Wildlife Management, Natural Resources Management, Environmental Science, Range Management, Veterinary Medicine, Criminology & Security Management, Tourism Management, Education, Sociology or Community Development from a recognized institution;
  • Be 28 years old and below;
  • Be of good health and physique;
  • Have no criminal record, and successful candidates will be required to undergo mandatory paramilitary training for nine (9) months and thereafter deployment to the field.

How to Apply:

  • Step 1: Obtain the prescribed application form free of charge from either the nearest KWS National Park Station or download it from the KWS website: www.kws.go.ke
  • Step 2: Fill/complete the prescribed application form;
  • Step 3: Attach copies of relevant academic & professional certificates, testimonials, National ID Card/Passport and detailed CV indicating work experience, current remuneration and employer, names and contacts of at least two (2) referees;
  • Step 4: Submit the complete application form together with the attachments to the address below no later than Monday 8th April, 2024 at 4.30pm.

Director General
Kenya Wildlife Service
P.O. Box 40241 – 00100
NAIROBI, KENYA.
OR
Email: recruitment@kws.go.ke

2. Rangers – KWS Job Grade “15” – 900 Posts – REF: KWS/02/2024

Job Requirements:

The applicant must:

  • Be a citizen of Kenya;
  • Hold a Kenya National Identity Card/Passport;
  • Hail from the County of recruitment;
  • Possess a minimum mean grade of “D” (Plain) in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination or its equivalent from an examination body recognized in Kenya;
  • Aged between 18 and 26 years;
  • Be physically and medically fit;
  • Have no criminal record; and
  • Successful candidates will be required to undergo mandatory paramilitary training for six (6) months and thereafter be deployed to the field.

NB: National Youth Service (NYS) graduates who meet the above requirements should apply

How to Apply for Rangers Job at KWS

  • Step 1: Obtain the prescribed application form free of charge from either the nearest KWS or from KWS website: www.kws.go.ke
  • Step 2: Fill/complete the prescribed application form
  • Step 3: Attach copies of relevant academic certificates, testimonials and National ID Card/ Passport
  • Step 4: Carry with you and present the filled prescribed application form. Attach copies and originals of academic certificates, testimonials and National ID Card/Passport at the recruitment center.

NB: Applicants must also present original academic certificates, testimonials and National ID Card/Passport at the recruitment center for verification.

The above sums up the Recruitment of Cadets and Rangers which includes 1500 positions up for grabs.


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