KFS Recruitment 2023 – Kenya Forest Service Ranger Vacancy, Online Application Form

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The wait is finally over, as the KFS Ranger Recruitment advert is out. The Kenya Forest Service recently released the 2000 ranger vacancy notification. This article concerns the KFS Forest ranger job, its requirements, dates and other related information.

Securing a Job in Kenya Forest Service (KFS) can give you the right direction for your career. The department has introduced an online application form-filling process. Yes, candidates can now fill out KFS Recruitment can apply.

Interested and eligible candidates must note their recruitment centres and reporting date and time.

Kenya Forest Service Recruitment

Below is the list of positions available in KFS. The department released job openings as per the positions mentioned below. Every time there are vacancies, the Kenya Forest Service releases a notification with complete details regarding the eligibility, application process etc.

KFS Forest Ranger Vacancy

As per the recent announcement, there are 2000 positions for Forest rangers. Forest ranger job with Kenya Forest Service is among the most anticipated jobs. This is an excellent opportunity for all motivated candidates.

Eligibility

• Must be a Kenyan Citizen
• Has to be physically and mentally fit
• Must have a national identification card
• Must have a valid Clearance Certificate from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations
• Minimum of D+ (plus) in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
• The minimum height is 5.6 ft for men and 5.3 ft for women
• Female candidates should not be pregnant before training

Kindly also note down that the successful candidate will have to :

1. Undergo further medical Check-up at the Forest law Enforcement academy
2. Undergo rigorous 9-month Forest law enforcement Para military training
3. Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya

How to Apply for Kenya Forest Ranger Job

Candidates need to present at their designated recruitment centre on 8th March 2023. They need to:

• Carry Original & Photo Copies of Kenya’s National ID Card, Academic Certificates & Testimonials
• Before leaving the recruitment centre, every candidate shall collect the original certificates.

Kenya Forest Service Recruitment Centres 2023

Forest Assistant III Vacancy

There are 40 vacant positions for Forest Assistant III in Kenya Forest Service.

Requirements are:

• Must be a Kenyan Citizen;
• Holder of a Certificate in Forestry from a recognized institution;
• Minimum of D+ in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education;
• Proficiency in computer applications and;
• Have a valid Clearance Certificate from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation.

Kenya Forest Service Forester II Recruitment

260 Vacancies are for Forester II posts.

Requirements are:

• Must be a Kenyan citizen;
• Holder of a Diploma in Forestry from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications and;
• Have a valid Clearance Certificate from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation.

KFS Recruitment Online Application Form 2023 ( For Forest Assistant & Forester Only)

Kindly understand that the below-given process is for the candidates applying for the job posts of Forest Assistant or Forester. Those who are interested in KFS Forest Ranger Job, need to report at the designated recruitment centre.

• Go to this page – http://www.kenyaforestservice.org/index.php/job-vacancies/
• Now scroll down to the “Online Applications” section.
• Then, click on the “Click here to Apply” button.

• This opens up the online application form.
• You need to fill in the information asked clearly and correctly.

Be advised that filling in the online application doesn’t conclude the process. The applicants must print the “NOTIFICATION EMAIL” and attach it as the first page of their hard copy applications.

Specify the position and reference number in the application’s printed copy. Attach a recent curriculum vitae (clearly specifying the mobile number, names, and contact information of three references), copies of pertinent recommendations, academic and professional credentials, and your national identification card.

The application must be correctly identified with a reference number for each position and mailed or hand-delivered to the following address in a sealed envelope labelled “APPLICATION FOR (WRITE POSITION & REFERENCE);”

Address:

Chief Conservator of Forests,

Kenya Forest Service, Karura, Off Kiambu Road,

P. O. Box 30513-00100, G.P.O.

Nairobi, Kenya.

All applications should reach the office by 7th March 2023 (5:00 pm)

About Kenya Forest Service (KFS)

Kenya Forest Service (KFS) is a corporation founded under the Forest Conservation and Management Act (FCMA) of 2016 with the mission of enhancing the development, conservation, and management of Kenya’s forest resources in all public forests for the benefit of present and future generations.

In addition, the Service is mandated to give technical advice and enhance the capacity of County governments to carry out their separate devolved forestry tasks, including managing the community, private lands, and on-farm woods.

Now and then, KFS recruits new candidates. If you are interested in Kenya Forest services jobs, you must keep track of the latest KFS Job vacancies and download & study the official notification for clarity.

Kenya Forest Service Recruitment Dates

You must submit your applications before the last date of the application. It is highly recommended that you complete the online application process asap so you have time to raise the hard copy along with your CV and required documents.

Last year, the application submission Deadline was July. We will keep you updated this year.

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Last Updated on March 12, 2023 by Chido Kache