Are you looking for a job in Kenya's public sector? The Teachers Service Commission has just announced 170 exciting job vacancies and applications are open right now. Here is everything you need to know including the full list of positions, requirements, and how to apply before the deadline.
The Teachers Service Commission has announced 170 job vacancies for senior positions in various departments. In a notice issued on Tuesday March 10 2026, the commission said it is seeking qualified candidates to fill several leadership and management roles.
This is one of the biggest TSC recruitment drives of 2026 and the deadline is coming up fast — Applications for the positions are due by March 23 at 23:59 EAT. That gives you less than two weeks to apply. Start your application today!
Full List of Available Positions:
Among the advertised positions are Senior Deputy Director — Human Resource Management and Development, Senior Deputy Director — Internal Audit, two Deputy Directors — Human Resource Management, Deputy Director — Human Resource Development, Deputy Director — Internal Audit Information System, and Deputy Director — Risk Management.
The commission is also recruiting 132 Assistant Directors for Teacher Management Field, 20 Principal Officers for Teacher Professional Management, eight Principal Officers for Staffing, and three Principal Officers for Teacher Discipline Management.
What Is TSC Looking For?
TSC has advertised these vacancies in a bid to strengthen its management and operational capacity across the country. The commission is inviting qualified, result-oriented and highly motivated Kenyans to apply for various senior and mid-level positions.
The positions span human resource management, internal audit, risk management, staffing, teacher professional standards, and field level teacher management. This round is aimed at strengthening policy, oversight, and field operations within the secretariat.
What Does Each Role Involve?
Assistant Director — Teacher Management Field (132 positions)
This is the biggest vacancy in this recruitment. These officers will be responsible for supervising, monitoring, and coordinating teachers working in schools across different regions of Kenya. This is a field based role meaning you will work directly in counties and schools.
Principal Officer — Teacher Professional Management
These officers handle teacher professional standards, ensuring teachers across the country meet the required professional qualifications and conduct.
Deputy Director — Human Resource Development
This role coordinates TSC staff training and development programmes, implements professional development strategies, conducts training needs assessments, oversees capacity building initiatives, monitors training effectiveness, and prepares development plans for the commission.
Deputy Director — Internal Audit Information Systems
This position performs information systems audits, reviews ICT controls, evaluates digital system integrity, assesses technology related risks, ensures compliance with ICT governance policies, and prepares TSC audit reports on system performance and security.
Deputy Director — Risk Management
This role develops and implements risk management frameworks, identifies institutional risks, monitors mitigation strategies, coordinates risk reviews across departments, and maintains risk registers.
How to Apply for TSC Jobs — Step by Step:
Visit the official TSC website at www.tsc.go.ke
Click on the "Careers" or "Recruitment" section
Find the job position you qualify for
Read the full job description carefully
Fill in your online application form
Upload all required documents
Submit before March 23 2026 at 11:59pm EAT
No physical applications will be allowed — all applications must be submitted via the portal.
Documents You Will Need:
✅ National ID card
✅ Academic and professional certificates
✅ Two coloured passport size photographs
✅ KRA PIN certificate
✅ NHIF card or number
✅ Updated CV
Important Warnings From TSC:
At no point during the hiring process does TSC charge for applications, processing, interviews, or any other fees. Presenting fraudulent certifications or documents and providing false information on an application are both illegal.
If anyone contacts you claiming they can help you get a TSC job for a fee — it is a scam. Report them immediately.
TSC is committed to affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities. People with disabilities, the marginalized and the minorities are therefore encouraged to apply.
Tips for a Successful TSC Application:
Apply as early as possible — do not wait until the last day
Read the job description carefully and only apply for positions you qualify for
Make sure all your documents are certified and up to date
Double check your application before submitting
Never pay anyone to process your application
Final Thoughts
This is a golden opportunity for qualified Kenyan professionals to join one of Kenya's most important constitutional bodies. With 170 positions available across the country the chances of success are high — but only if you apply before the March 23 deadline. Visit www.tsc.go.ke today and submit your application