IPOA Jobs 2026: 41 Vacancies Announced – Apply by 10 November
The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has announced 41 job vacancies across 21 different positions, creating opportunities for qualified Kenyans in investigations, legal services, administration, ICT, security, driving, clerical work and other areas.
The recruitment announcement was published on 20 October 2026 and applications are required to be submitted online.
The deadline for applications is 10 November 2026 at 5:00 PM East Africa Time.
IPOA Vacancies Available
IPOA is recruiting for the following positions:
| Position | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Senior Office Administrator | 1 |
| Senior Information Management Officer | 1 |
| Legal Officer II | 3 |
| Investigations Officer II | 4 |
| Internal Audit and Risk Officer II | 2 |
| Complaints Management Officer II | 3 |
| Monitoring Officer II | 2 |
| Inspections Officer II | 1 |
| Supply Chain Management Officer II | 1 |
| Human Resource Officer II | 1 |
| Counselling Officer II | 1 |
| Records Management Officer II | 1 |
| Communications Officer II | 1 |
| Systems, Network and Security Administrator II | 1 |
| Database and Applications Administrator II | 1 |
| Security Officer II | 2 |
| Court Process Server III | 1 |
| Fleet Management Assistant II | 1 |
| Driver II | 3 |
| Clerical Officer II | 2 |
| Office Assistant II | 8 |
| Total | 41 |
The vacancies cover job grades ranging from IPOA 7 to IPOA 13.
Some of the Most Accessible Opportunities
Among the advertised positions are Driver II, Clerical Officer II and Office Assistant II.
There are 8 vacancies for Office Assistant II, making it the position with the largest number of openings in this recruitment exercise.
There are also 3 Driver II positions and 2 Clerical Officer II positions.
Applicants should carefully check the individual job specifications before applying because qualifications and experience requirements differ from one position to another.
Professional Opportunities
IPOA is also recruiting professionals in several specialised areas.
These include:
- Legal Officer II
- Investigations Officer II
- Internal Audit and Risk Officer II
- Complaints Management Officer II
- Monitoring Officer II
- Supply Chain Management Officer II
- Human Resource Officer II
- Counselling Officer II
- Records Management Officer II
- Communications Officer II
- Systems, Network and Security Administrator II
- Database and Applications Administrator II
There are 4 Investigations Officer II positions, 3 Legal Officer II positions and 3 Complaints Management Officer II positions.
Integrity Requirements
Applicants who progress through the recruitment process will be required to satisfy the relevant integrity requirements under Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
Successful candidates will be required to provide clearance certificates from relevant institutions, including:
- HELB
- EACC
- CRB
- KRA
- DCI
IPOA also says it will conduct background checks and verify academic certificates before successful applicants are onboarded.
How to Apply for IPOA Jobs
Applications must be submitted online through the IPOA recruitment system.
No physical applications will be accepted.
Applicants should first review the individual job description and confirm that they meet the academic, professional and experience requirements for the position they want to apply for.
IPOA Official Careers Page:
https://www.ipoa.go.ke/ipoa/careers
IPOA Online Recruitment Portal:
https://recruitment.ipoa.go.ke/
Application Deadline: 10 November 2026 at 5:00 PM EAT
The recruitment portal currently allows applicants to create an account and submit applications online.
Important Recruitment Warning
IPOA has warned applicants against recruitment scams.
The Authority states that it does not charge any recruitment fee, does not use recruitment agencies and does not require a medical examination before an interview.
IPOA also warns that canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Important: Applicants should use IPOA’s official recruitment channels rather than sending money or personal documents to individuals claiming to represent the Authority.
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