NAIROBI, Kenya – The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has begun the search for a new Chief Executive Officer, a key position expected to steer the agency’s operations and policy advisory role in higher education.
In a notice released on Tuesday, KUCCPS announced that the CEO will be responsible for overseeing student placement in universities and colleges, guiding national education policy, and advancing career guidance for learners across the country.
Established under Section 55 of the Universities Act, 2012, KUCCPS manages the placement of government-sponsored students, provides data on courses and their costs, and aligns academic programmes with national development priorities.
The CEO will serve as the accounting officer and secretary to the board, taking charge of strategic planning, performance management, and resource utilisation.
The successful candidate will also oversee internal monitoring systems, maintain quality standards, and strengthen stakeholder engagement.
According to the agency, the position demands at least 15 years of professional experience, including five in senior management.
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s and a master’s degree from recognised institutions, have undertaken a leadership course of at least four weeks, and demonstrate proficiency in computer applications.
In addition, candidates must comply with Chapter Six of the Constitution on integrity, be members of relevant professional bodies where applicable, and hold valid practising certificates.
The CEO will be appointed for a renewable five-year term, with remuneration set by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).
Applications must be submitted by October 28, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Applicants are required to send two hard copies of their credentials to the KUCCPS chairperson, alongside soft copies emailed to chairman@kuccps.ac.ke and kuccpsceorecruitment@gmail.com.
The agency urged candidates to maintain high ethical standards, cautioning that canvassing or falsification of documents will lead to disqualification.
It also encouraged applications from women, youth, marginalised groups, and persons with disabilities.
