The Competition Authority of Kenya (the Authority) is a Statutory Agency established under the Competition Act No.12 of 2010. The Authority’s mandate is to promote and safeguard competition and also protect consumers from unfair and misleading market conduct.
The Authority runs a one (1) year Young Professional Programme (YPP) to expose the participants to the Competition Policy and Law Enforcement with the objective of motivating and thereof deepening interest and capacity in this field.
The Authority invites applications from suitably qualified applicants for the Calendar year 2022.
About Competition Authority of Kenya
The Competition Authority of Kenya is established under the Competition Act, No. 12 of 2010 (the Act). The Authority’s mandate is to enforce the Act with the objective of enhancing the welfare of the people of Kenya by promoting and protecting effective competition in markets and preventing misleading market conduct throughout Kenya.
Young Professionals Program
| Application Deadline | 07 Nov 2022 |
| Country to study | Kenya |
| Type | Internship |
| Sponsor | Competition Authority of Kenya |
| Gender | Men and Women |
Aim and Benefits of Young Professionals Program
The successful candidates will be under a one (1) year training contract and will be paid a monthly stipend. At the end of the programme, all the Young Professionals will be required to write a paper on Competition Policy and Law prior to issuance of a certificate. Successful professionals may be absorbed into the permanent workforce of the Authority based on availability of a vacancy
Requirements for Young Professionals Program Qualification
Applicants MUST have a minimum of Masters Degree in Law, Economics or Business related course from a recognized University and MUST be below thirty (30) years of age
Application Deadline
November 7, 2022How to Apply
Successful candidates will be required to obtain and submit copies of clearance certificates from the following Agencies prior to being engaged: a) Kenya Revenue Authority b) Higher Education Loans Board c) Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission. d) Criminal Investigations Department e) Credit Reference Bureau
Interested applicants who meet the above requirements are advised to submit their applications to:
Director General Competition Authority of Kenya P O Box 36265 – 00200 NAIROBI
Or;
Email: [email protected] or;
Drop Point: Kenya Railways HQ’s, Block “D” ground floor,
The application shall include: a) Application letter; b) Detailed CV; c) Copy of National Identification Card; d) Certified copies of Academic and Professional certificates; and e) Names and contacts (telephone and e-mail) of three (3) professional referees.
Applications close on 7 November, 2022 at 1700hours. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. The Competition Authority of Kenya is “An ALL Inclusive Employer” Canvassing of any form will lead to automatic disqualification
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