VACANCIES FOR PUPILLAGE AND INTERNSHIP PROGRAMMES
OUR MISSION:
“To provide impartial, innovative, efficient, and effective prosecution services.”
Pursuant to Section 13 (2) of the Director of Public Prosecutions Act No. 2 of 2013, the Office has the mandate to appoint, control, and supervise its staff as necessary for achieving the objects of the institution.
The Office invites applications from highly motivated Kenyan citizens for Pupillage and Internship opportunities, each running for a period of six (6) months.
1. PUPILLAGE (20 POSTS)
Requirements
- Be a Kenyan Citizen
- Hold a Degree in Law from a recognized university
- Recommendation Letter from the Kenya School of Law confirming completion of the Advocates Training Programme
- Updated Curriculum Vitae
- Copy of National Identity Card
- Must have completed university not later than 2021
- Certificate of Good Conduct from the DCI
Personal Attributes
- Strong verbal and written communication skills (English & Kiswahili)
- Proactive, willing to learn, and able to work in a team
- Ability to handle challenging tasks within set timelines
- Computer literate
Stipend
Kshs. 15,000 per month (as per PSC Circular Ref. PSC/ADM/14/V [108] dated 16th December 2016)
Terms of Service
Pupillage — No leave, gratuity, medical cover, or any additional benefits provided.
2. INTERNSHIP (10 POSTS)
Available Positions
| S/No | Position | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Human Resource Management & Development | 2 |
| 2 | Finance & Accounts | 2 |
| 3 | Library & Records Management | 1 |
| 4 | Information, Communication & Technology | 1 |
| 5 | Public Communication | 2 |
| 6 | Supply Chain Management | 1 |
| 7 | Administration | 1 |
| Total | 10 |
Requirements
- Be a Kenyan Citizen
- Degree in any of the following:
- Human Resource Management / Development
- Commerce (Finance or Accounting)
- Information Science
- ICT
- Public Communication
- Supply Chain Management
- Administration
OR - Diploma (where internship is required for registration by a professional body)
- Updated Curriculum Vitae
- Copy of National Identity Card
- Must have cleared university not later than 2021
- Certificate of Good Conduct from the DCI
Personal Attributes
- Excellent communication skills (English & Kiswahili)
- Proactive and willing to learn
- Ability to work under pressure within deadlines
- Computer literate
Stipend
Kshs. 15,000 per month (as per PSC Circular Ref. PSC/ADM/14/V [108] dated 16th December 2016)
Terms of Service
Internship — No leave, gratuity, medical cover, or any other benefits provided.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:Download and complete the ODPP Pupillage and Internship Application Form from the official ODPP website.Attach copies of all relevant documents.Submit the filled application form and application letter to:
The Secretary, Prosecution Services
Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions
Ragati Road, Upper Hill
P.O. Box 30701–00100
NAIROBI, KENYA
Deadline: 17th December, 2025
Special Note
- Women, Persons with Disabilities, and individuals from marginalized communities are encouraged to apply.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.