The recruitment drive covers 16 job categories, including director, deputy director, assistant director and internal audit positions, with six openings reserved for regional road safety officers.
NAIROBI, Kenya – The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has announced 30 job vacancies across its departments, inviting qualified Kenyans to apply before the December 1, 2026 deadline.
The recruitment exercise targets professionals in road safety and compliance, registration and licensing, information technology, human resources, finance, corporate strategy, security, procurement and internal audit.
The advertised positions range from a director-level vacancy to entry-level audit positions, with successful applicants expected to help the authority strengthen road transport management and improve service delivery.
According to the recruitment notice, applications must reach NTSA by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 1, 2026.
Full List of NTSA Job Vacancies and Available Positions
The authority has advertised 16 categories of jobs, with the following distribution:
| Position | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Director, Road Safety and Compliance, Registration and Licensing | 1 |
| Deputy Director, Road Safety Compliance | 1 |
| Deputy Director, ICT | 1 |
| Assistant Director, Road Safety and Compliance–Registration | 1 |
| Assistant Director, Road Safety and Compliance (various regions) | 6 |
| Assistant Director, Human Resources and Administration | 2 |
| Assistant Director, ICT | 2 |
| Assistant Director, Finance | 2 |
| Assistant Director, Corporate Strategy and Research | 1 |
| Assistant Director, Supply Chain Management | 1 |
| Assistant Director, Road Safety and Compliance–Road Safety Audit | 1 |
| Assistant Director, Security | 1 |
| Principal Internal Auditor | 1 |
| Senior Internal Auditor | 2 |
| Senior Internal Auditor (Systems) | 2 |
| Audit Officer I | 5 |
| Total | 30 |
The largest allocation is six Assistant Director positions in Road Safety and Compliance across various regions.
The authority has also advertised five vacancies for Audit Officer I, while the remaining positions are spread across management, technical and administrative departments.
Qualifications and Requirements for NTSA Jobs
NTSA has directed interested candidates to consult the detailed job descriptions published on its official website for the academic qualifications, professional certifications and work experience required for each position.
The vacancies cover different management grades, from NTSA Grade 2 to Grade 7, meaning applicants must check the specific requirements before submitting their applications.
Candidates should also ensure they quote the correct job reference number corresponding to the position they are applying for.
The reference numbers run from NTSA/11/2026/01 to NTSA/11/2026/16.
How to Apply for the NTSA Vacancies
Interested candidates can submit their applications physically or through postal mail.
Physical applications should be deposited at the NTSA Head Office reception at:
316 Upper Hill Chambers, Ground Floor, 2nd Ngong Avenue, Nairobi.
Alternatively, applicants can send their documents to:
The Director General,
National Transport and Safety Authority,
P.O. Box 3602-00506,
Nairobi.
Candidates are advised to access the detailed vacancy descriptions and application requirements through the authority’s official website: www.ntsa.go.ke.
All applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on December 1, 2026. Late submissions may not be considered.
NTSA Encourages Youth, Women and Persons With Disabilities to Apply
The authority says it is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equality.
It has specifically encouraged young people, women and persons with disabilities who meet the advertised requirements to submit their applications.
NTSA further cautioned applicants against canvassing, warning that any attempt to influence the recruitment process would result in automatic disqualification.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The recruitment comes as the authority continues to carry out its mandate of managing Kenya’s road transport sector, improving road safety and reducing traffic accidents and fatalities.
