TSC CEO Vacancy 2026: Applications Close on October 30
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is inviting qualified Kenyans to apply for the position of Secretary and Chief Executive Officer, with applications scheduled to close on Friday, October 30, 2026, at 5 p.m. East African Time.
According to the official recruitment notice, the vacancy is advertised under reference number TSC/CS/001/2026. The successful candidate will lead the Commission’s secretariat and oversee the implementation of its policies, decisions and strategies.
The position is a senior executive opportunity. It should not be confused with the ordinary TSC recruitment of classroom teachers, interns or school administrators.
TSC CEO vacancy 2026: Minimum qualifications
The official advertisement states that applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Be a Kenyan citizen.
- Hold a degree in education from a university recognised in Kenya.
- Have at least 10 years of experience in education, administration and management, public administration, human resource management or financial management.
- Meet the leadership and integrity requirements under Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Applicants should read the complete advertisement carefully to confirm all requirements before submitting their applications.
TSC CEO salary and benefits
The TSC advert lists a gross monthly salary of KSh698,600. It also outlines benefits that include a monthly airtime allowance, annual leave allowance, an official vehicle, medical cover, retirement benefits and eligibility for specified loan schemes, subject to the applicable conditions.
The advertisement lists an airtime allowance of KSh15,000 per month and an annual leave allowance of KSh50,000. These are details of the advertised executive package, not a salary scale for ordinary teachers.
How to apply for the TSC CEO vacancy
Applicants are required to submit a completed application form, a detailed curriculum vitae, certified copies of identification documents, academic and professional certificates, and testimonials.
The advertisement provides three submission options:
- Apply through the official TSC recruitment portal.
- Email the application and supporting documents in PDF format to chairperson2026@tsc.go.ke.
- Hand-deliver the application in a sealed envelope to the Commission Chairman’s office at TSC House, Upper Hill, Nairobi.
The Commission also requires clearance certificates from the Kenya Revenue Authority, HELB, the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations and a recognised Credit Reference Bureau.
Applicants should follow the exact instructions in the official notice. TSC warns that false information is an offence and that canvassing may lead to disqualification.
Download the official TSC vacancy advert
Read the full notice and confirm the requirements before applying.
- Apply through the official TSC recruitment portal
- View the TSC vacancy PDF on the Government Advertising Agency website
Frequently asked questions
When is the TSC CEO application deadline?
The official advertisement gives Friday, October 30, 2026, at 5 p.m. EAT as the deadline.
Is this a regular teacher recruitment exercise?
No. It is a single senior executive position for the Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of TSC.
Where can applicants get the application details?
Applicants should use the official TSC recruitment portal and read the full vacancy advertisement.
Final reminder: Confirm that the portal is still accepting applications before submitting. Do not pay an individual or intermediary who promises to secure the position.
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