Student Attachment Opportunities at Communications Authority of Kenya (CA)
Job Overview
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Date PostedSeptember 10, 2026
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Location
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Expiration dateNovember 9, 2026
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ExperienceEntry Level
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GenderBoth
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QualificationBachelor Degree
Job Description
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) is the regulatory agency for the ICT industry in Kenya with responsibilities in telecommunications, cyber security, e-commerce, broadcasting, multimedia, and postal/courier services. The CA is also responsible for managing the country’s numbering and frequency spectrum resources, managing and administering the Universal Service Fund (USF), and safeguarding the interests of users of ICT services.
The Authority invites applications from ongoing students for October to December 2026, a three-month (3) attachment opportunity in the following functional areas:
| No. | Functional Area | Area of Study |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Human Resources and Administration | Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Management Studies |
| 2 | Corporate Communications | Mass Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, Media Studies, Communication Studies |
| 3 | Finance & Accounts | Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Economics, Business Administration |
| 4 | Supply Chain Management | Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration |
| 5 | Frequency and Spectrum Management | Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Radio Frequency Engineering, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) |
| 6 | Compliance Enforcement | Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Radio Frequency Engineering, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) |
| 7 | Monitoring, Inspection and Regional Coordination | Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Radio Frequency Engineering, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) |
| 8 | Postal and Telcom Licensing | Telecommunications, Communications Engineering, Business Law |
| 9 | Information Technology | Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity |
| 10 | Cyber Security | Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity |
| 11 | Consumer Protection and Advocacy | Law, Consumer Protection, Public Policy, Sociology, Marketing, Communications |
| 12 | Public Education and Awareness | Education, Public Relations, Community Development, Media Studies |
| 13 | Standard and Type Approval | Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) |
| 14 | Universal Service Fund | Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Development Studies, Public Policy, Project Management |
| 15 | Research, Planning and Quality Management | Statistics, Economics, Research Methodology, Business Administration, Quality Management |
| 16 | Competition Management | Economics, Business Studies, Law, Public Policy, Regulatory Affairs |
| 17 | Legal Services | Legal Studies, Regulatory Affairs |
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be ongoing students in a recognized university.
- Areas of study should align with the department applied for.
- Applicants should demonstrate a keen interest in gaining practical experience in a dynamic regulatory environment in their application.
Why Join Us?
- Gain hands-on experience in a leading regulatory authority in Kenya.
- Work alongside experienced professionals in your field.
- Enhance your skills and knowledge in a real-world setting.
- Join the Authority’s mission to facilitate the development of the information and communications sector in Kenya.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit their applications online through the application link: https://forms.gle/SNYBcx1UhtdRxG8d6
Applicants should attach:
- A one-page CV
- Copy of the National ID
- Cover letter specifying the department of interest
- Letter from the institution confirming current enrollment and support for the attachment
Deadline for Applications: September 18, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. East Africa Time (EAT).
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for interviews.