KNTC Recruitment Nov 2025: Requirements, Deadline, Steps to Apply

The management of Kenya National Trading Corporation has announced the commencement of KNTC recruitment Nov 2025. This is a call for applications from eligible, qualified and interested candidates in Kenya and beyond.

This guide provides comprehensive information on the requirements, eligibility criteria, commencement date, deadline, steps to apply and other latest news.

About Kenya National Trading Corporation

The Kenya National Trading Corporation (KNTC) is owned by the state government and it was created under the Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry, established in 1965. Their primary objective is to promote wholesale and retail trade within Kenya and also to act as a middle-man between the government and the factories. 

Is KNTC Recruitment 2025 Ongoing? 

The official date of the 2025 KNTC recruitment would be made known to the public on their careers website. All applicants are expected to visit the official portal from time to time to take note of the scheduled date. 

The KNTC has previously warned against registering on third party websites that pretend to be affiliated with them and they have stated in clear terms that all applications should be submitted via their official portal. Also, the application process is free of charge.

Available Positions at Kenya National Trading Corporation

The following are the list of jobs that are available for the 2025 recruitment program:

1. Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer 
2. Finance Manager
3. General Manager, Purchase
4. Manager, Business Development 
5. Warehousing Manager

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Eligibility Criteria for KNTC Recruitment 2025

The following are the main criteria that all applicants who want to apply for the 2025 recruitment exercise must abide by:

1. The applicant must be a citizen of Kenya.
2. The applicant must possess a valid National ID Card or Passport
3. The applicant should have the required documents including an application letter, CV, academic certifications such as your KCSE certificate, diplomas, and degree certificates
4. The applicant should not have any criminal record
5. Interested candidates must submit all applications before the official, published closing date as applications submitted late are rejected.
6. Successful applicants would be required to submit the following clearance certificates, usually after being shortlisted for an interview: 

• A clearance certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to prove that you don’t have any history of corruption.
• A Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) that shows that you have met your tax obligations.
• A clearance certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) that confirms that you have repaid or are servicing any student loans.
• A report from the Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) to show that you have a clean financial history.

Qualifications for KNTC Job Vacancies 2025

The following are the qualifications that all applicants should take note of before applying for any position:

Position	Minimum Academic Qualification	Minimum Experience Required
Managing Director/CEO	Bachelor’s in Business, Finance, Economics, or equivalent. Master’s Degree in Management, Finance, or a relevant field.	15 years of relevant work experience, with at least 5 years at a Senior Management role.
General Manager, Purchasing & Sales	Bachelor’s in Business Admin (Marketing), or equivalent. Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Strategic Management, or a related field.	12 years of relevant work experience, with at least 5 years at a Managerial role.
Finance Manager	Bachelor’s in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent. Master’s Degree	10 years of relevant work experience, with at least 4 years in a management role.
Manager, Business Development	Bachelor’s in Marketing, Business Administration/Management, or a related field. Master’s Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.	10 years of relevant work experience, with at least 4 years at a management level.
Warehousing Manager	Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field. Master’s Degree	10 years of relevant work experience, with at least 4 years in a management role (specifically in warehousing/supply chain).

How to Apply for KNTC Recruitment 2025

There are two ways that applicants can use to apply for the KNTC job vacancies:

Method 1: Online application via the e-recruitment portal

1. Before you start, gather and scan all the required documents into a digital file (e.g., PDF or JPEG). These documents usually include a detailed CV, cover letter, academic certificates and testimonials, and a copy of your National ID card. 
2. Go to the official KNTC careers website and click on the e-recruitment portal. Then follow the instructions that pop-up to register an account as a new user by providing your email and creating a password. 
3. Log in to your new account and create your personal profile. Fill in your personal details, educational background, professional qualifications, and work experience. 
4. Once you have filled your profile, check the list of available vacancies on the portal. Click on the specific job title you are interested in to see the job description and its requirements. Then click on the “Apply” button. If you have any questions, you can send it to hr@kntc.go.ke
5. Upload your documents

Method 2: Physical submission

1. For the physical submission, make photocopies of all required documents. These are the same as the online method but in hard-copy format. You will need a printed cover letter, CV, photocopies of your certificates, testimonials, and National ID
2. Put all your documents in a sealed envelope addressed to: 

• Board Chairman,
• Kenya National Trading Corporation,
• KNTC Head Office Building,
• Off Nanyuki Road, Industrial Area,
• P.O Box 30587-00100,
• Nairobi.

3. Write the specific position you are applying for and the job reference number on the outside of the envelope. 
4. Choose your method of submission and ensure it reaches KNTC before the advertised deadline. You can choose either of these two:

• You can send the application through the postal service to the specified address.
• You can also personally deliver the application to the KNTC Head Office in Industrial Area, Nairobi. 

Conclusion

All applicants must ensure that they read and follow the specific instructions on the portal before applying for any of the job vacancies. However, keep checking on this website for any new information regarding the recruitment as we would always keep you updated.