The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has announced a major recruitment exercise covering over 30 positions across payments operations, banking services, virtual asset regulation, legal, data analysis, and senior management. These Central Bank Kenya jobs 2026 CBK vacancies span roles from entry-level Business Analyst positions to Senior Manager grade, with postings in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Eldoret, Kisii, Meru, and Nyeri. Apply through the CBK careers portal before the deadline of 18 May 2026.
About This Recruitment
CBK is a public institution established under Article 231 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. Its mandate covers monetary policy formulation, currency issuance, financial stability, and regulation and supervision of financial institutions. This recruitment is concentrated within the Banking and Payment Services Department — reflecting CBK’s expanding role in overseeing Kenya’s rapidly evolving national payment system, including emerging areas such as Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) and digital payment channels.
All Open Positions at CBK 2026
Officer Level — Business Analyst 1 (Minimum 2 Years Experience)
Business Analyst 1, Data Analysis — Nairobi
- Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Economics, or Statistics
- 2 years experience in payments and banking operations
- Responsible for NPS data collection, analysis, reporting, and payment systems database development
Officer, KEPSS and RTGS Operations/SWIFT Secretariat/Regional Payment Affairs — Nairobi
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Banking, Business Administration, Law or related field
- 2 years experience in payments and banking operations
- Responsible for administering payment systems, SWIFT operations, and regional payment affairs
Officer, Clearing Operations — Nairobi
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Banking, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Mathematics, Computer Science or related field
- 2 years experience in payments, financial services, or accounting operations
- Responsible for ACH clearing, EFT processing, cheque clearing, and settlement operations
Officer, Accounts Management — Nairobi
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Banking, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Mathematics, Computer Science or related field
- 2 years experience in banking operations or financial services
- Responsible for managing accounts for National & County Governments and financial institutions
Officer, Financial Institutions Operations — Nairobi
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Banking, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Mathematics, Computer Science or related field
- 2 years experience in banking operations or financial services
- Responsible for liquidity monitoring, KEPSS/RTGS operations, and daily banking reporting
Officer, Reconciliations & Budgets — Nairobi
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Banking, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Mathematics, Computer Science or related field
- 2 years experience in reconciliations within banking or financial services
- Responsible for KEPSS-T24 reconciliation, BOPA reconciliation, and divisional budget management
Officer, Banking Services — Nyeri Branch Officer, Banking Services — Mombasa Branch Officer, Banking Services — Meru Branch
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Banking, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Mathematics, Computer Science or related field
- 2 years experience in banking operations or financial services
- Branch-based banking services covering accounts management, mandates, clearing, and government payments
Senior Officer Level — Senior Business Analyst 2 (Minimum 3 Years Experience)
Senior Officer, Liquidity Management and Data Analysis, Financial Institutions Operations — Nairobi
- 3 years experience in banking operations or financial services
- Responsible for monitoring ILFs, CRR compliance, liquidity reporting, and MPMC support
Senior Officer, Mandates — Nairobi
- 3 years experience in banking operations or financial services
- Responsible for mandate processing, SLA management, OLB review, and customer query resolution
Senior Officer, Payment Services Operations — Nairobi (2 Posts)
- 3 years experience in payments and banking operations
- Responsible for KEPSS RTGS, SWIFT, and regional payment systems administration
Senior Officer, Helpdesk and Customer Service, Digital Channels — Nairobi
- 3 years experience in banking operations or financial services
- Responsible for government payments helpdesk, reconciliation, digital channel support
Senior Business Analyst, VASP Licensing & Products Approval — Nairobi
- 3 years experience in payments, banking, or financial services
- Responsible for reviewing VASP applications and product approvals under the VASP Act
Senior Banking Services Officer — Eldoret Branch Senior Banking Services Officer — Kisii Branch Senior Banking Services Officer — Meru Branch Senior Banking Services Officer — Kisumu Branch
- 3 years experience in banking operations or financial services
- Branch-level senior officer covering full banking services, mandates, clearing, and government payments functions
Deputy Manager Level (Minimum 5–6 Years Experience)
Deputy Manager, Operational Risk — Payment Services, Nairobi
- 5 years experience in risk management within banking and payments
- Professional certification in Risk Management, FRM, BCM, or GRCM preferred
- Responsible for risk registers, business continuity, audit implementation, and risk reporting
Deputy Manager, Virtual Asset Service Provider Oversight and Compliance — Nairobi
- 6 years experience in payment systems oversight or compliance, 2 years supervisory
- Responsible for risk-based supervision of licensed VASPs, AML/CFT compliance, and enforcement
Deputy Manager, Retail Payments Oversight — Nairobi
- 5 years experience in NPS, cyber risk, or similar roles
- Responsible for oversight of ACH, EFT, mobile payments, cards, and PesaLink
Deputy Manager, Clearing Operations — Nairobi
- 5 years experience in banking operations or financial services
- Responsible for overseeing ACH operations, clearing settlement, and KBA compliance
Deputy Manager, VASP Licensing & Products Approval — Nairobi
- 6 years experience in payments, banking, or financial services, 2 years supervisory
- Responsible for reviewing and processing VASP licensing applications
Manager Level (Minimum 7–8 Years Experience)
Manager, SWIFT Secretariat Services — Nairobi
- 8 years experience in payments operations, 4 years supervisory
- Responsible for SWIFT services management, cyber security, and SWIFT community coordination in Kenya
Manager, Regional Payment Issues & Administration — Nairobi
- 8 years experience in payments and banking operations, 4 years supervisory
- Responsible for EAC/COMESA regional payment systems, NPS strategic plan, and NPS budget
Manager, Liquidity Management and Data Analysis, Financial Institutions Operations — Nairobi
- 8 years experience in banking operations, 4 years supervisory
- Master’s degree an added advantage
- Responsible for banking sector liquidity oversight, ILF/OLF/ELA management, and CRR framework
Manager, Virtual Assets Service Provider Licensing — Nairobi
- 7 years experience in payments, banking, or financial services, 3 years supervisory
- Responsible for VASP licensing framework, product approvals, and policy development
Senior Manager & Legal Level (Minimum 8–10 Years Experience)
Senior Manager, Oversight & Compliance — Nairobi
- 10 years experience in payments and banking operations, 5 years supervisory
- Responsible for prudential and market conduct supervision of payment systems against PFMI standards
Senior Manager, Client Onboarding and Account Services — Nairobi
- 10 years experience in banking operations, 5 years managerial
- Master’s degree an added advantage
- Responsible for overseeing all client onboarding, account management, mandates, and government banking services
Legal Counsel, Digital Payment Services — Nairobi
- LLB + Post-Graduate Diploma in Law (Kenya School of Law)
- Admitted Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with valid practising certificate
- 8 years post-qualification experience, 5 years in financial sector regulation
- Responsible for digital payment legal frameworks, AML/CFT advisory, and legislative development
General Requirements Across All Roles
- Kenyan citizen with relevant academic qualifications as specified per role
- Professional qualifications (CPA-K, ACCA, FRM, banking certifications) are an added advantage across most roles
- Membership of relevant professional bodies where specified
- All roles require proficiency in computer applications
Skills and Competencies
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills — particularly for data, liquidity, and payments roles
- Deep understanding of CBK regulatory frameworks, NPS laws, and AML/CFT requirements for senior roles
- Integrity, discretion, and professionalism in handling sensitive monetary and regulatory data
- Excellent written communication for management reporting, policy briefs, and stakeholder correspondence
- Ability to work within a structured, high-accountability central bank environment
What CBK Offers
Competitive government compensation commensurate with grade and qualifications, within the Central Bank of Kenya’s salary structure — widely regarded as among the most competitive in Kenya’s public sector. CBK offers structured career progression, professional development support, exposure to regional and international banking and payment systems forums, and the professional distinction of working at Kenya’s apex financial institution.
About the Central Bank of Kenya
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) is Kenya’s apex bank, established under Article 231 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and operationalised under the Central Bank of Kenya Act. CBK is responsible for formulating monetary policy to achieve and maintain price stability, issuing the Kenya Shilling, promoting financial stability, and regulating and supervising banks, microfinance institutions, forex bureaux, and payment service providers.
CBK’s Banking and Payment Services Department oversees Kenya’s national payment infrastructure — including KEPSS (Kenya Electronic Payment and Settlement System), the Automated Clearing House, SWIFT connectivity, and the emerging Virtual Asset Service Provider framework. CBK operates its Head Office in Nairobi and maintains regional branches in Mombasa, Kisumu, Eldoret, Kisii, Meru, and Nyeri.
How to Apply
Apply online through the individual role links on the CBK careers portal. Each position has a dedicated application link — visit the CBK website or the MyJobMag Kenya listing and click the specific application link for the role you are applying for.
cbk.go.ke — visit the careers section
Ensure your application addresses the specific qualifications and experience requirements for your chosen role. Do not apply for multiple roles in a single application.
Application Deadline
Monday, 18 May 2026
Documents Required
- Updated CV/Resume
- Copies of academic and professional certificates
- Professional membership certificates (ICPAK, LSK, banking certifications — where applicable)
- National ID copy
- Cover letter tailored to the specific CBK role applied for
