The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has just dropped a golden opportunity for thousands of Kenyans: 12,520 high-impact temporary positions to power the 30-day Enhanced Continuous Voter Registration (ECVR) exercise at ward level across the country.
If you’re a youth looking for quick cash, hands-on experience with biometric kits, and a chance to serve your community ahead of future polls, this is your moment. The Commission is urgently recruiting:
– 1,450 Voter Registration Assistants
– 10,780 Voter Registration Clerks
– 290 ICT Clerks
That’s right – over 12,500 slots that will run for just 30 days but could kick-start your CV in electoral processes.
The massive drive aims to supercharge voter numbers nationwide through the Enhanced Continuous Voter Registration (ECVR) at every ward. Successful applicants will handle biometric registration using KIEMS/VIU tablets, verify eligibility, secure equipment, collate data, and ensure targets are smashed – all while getting paid for short-term but meaningful work.
Youths are strongly encouraged to apply, and positions are strictly ward-based, so you must be a resident of the constituency/ward you’re targeting.
Quick Breakdown of Roles (Full Details on Official Portal)
– Voter Registration Assistants (VRAs): Supervise clerks, manage kit movement, report progress, and hit registration targets. Requires Diploma in ICT or related field, age 21+, registered voter, and clean record.
– Voter Registration Clerks: Operate biometric kits, verify applicants, and register voters on the ground.
– ICT Clerks: Set up, configure, and troubleshoot KIEMS kits and technical equipment.
Important requirements (apply only if you qualify):
– Kenyan citizen, registered voter
– At least 21 years old
– Resident of the ward/constituency applied for
– No recent political candidacy or agency roles (last 5 years)
– Availability for the full 30-day period
– Integrity, impartiality, and willingness to work long field hours
Successful candidates will undergo training and swear an oath of secrecy. Full qualifications and duties are listed on the portal.
How to Apply – Super Simple & 100% Online
1. Visit the official IEBC Job Portal: https://jobs.iebc.or.ke
2. Create an account or log in
3. Select your preferred ward-level position
4. Fill in details and upload required documents (ID, academic certificates, etc.)
5. Submit before the strict deadline: Wednesday, 4th March 2026
Late applications will NOT be accepted. The process is fair, transparent, and merit-based – no middlemen, no bribes.
This is one of the biggest short-term recruitment drives IEBC has run recently, coming hot on the heels of by-election preparations. Whether you’re a fresh graduate, tech-savvy youth, or just want to contribute to democracy while earning, these IEBC temporary jobs 2026 could be your ticket.
Apply today at https://jobs.iebc.or.ke
