Job Opportunities at Machakos Technical Institute for the Blind

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Description: We are a Government Technical Training Institution, located within Machakos municipality next to National Cereal Produce Board deport off Konza road. It was established in 1958 to provide technical craft skills to those maimed by war. It was then sponsored by the Royal Commonwealth Society for the B… We are a Government Technical Training Institution, located within Machakos municipality next to National Cereal Produce Board deport off Konza road. It was established in 1958 to provide technical craft skills to those maimed by war. It was then sponsored by the Royal Commonwealth Society for the Blind and its local partner Kenya Society for the Blind initially to serve only male trainees who were taught orientation and mobility, braille literacy, handicraft and telephone operation course. In 1987, the first female students were admitted and knitting & garment making courses introduced. In 1994 the first integrated Artisan level training was started. In 1997 the Institution was upgraded and renamed Machakos Technical Institute for the Blind becoming the only Technical Training Institution in East & Central Africa offering Kenya National Examination Council (K.N.E.C.) Craft courses to the visually impaired persons. The Institution serves the needs of the visually impaired in East and Central Africa region. Notable among our achievements in rehabilitation are 1998 August 7th Nairobi bomb blast survivors and the Kumi kumi illicit brew victims. The Institution offers Rehabilitation and Habilitation programme as well as the following technical and vocational courses to both the visually impaired and sighted persons . View more View less

Job Details

Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Diploma, Others
Job Experience: 1+ Year
Job Location: Machakos County, Kenya
Closing Date: Sep 10, 2026
Salary: Estimated: KES 20,000 - KES 450,000 / month

Job Description

Machakos Technical Institute for the Blind – Employment Opportunities

Category: Education / Teaching / Technical & Vocational Training Posted: 25th August 2026 Deadline: 10th September 2026

 

Open Jobs

  1. Finance Officer

  2. Assistant Procurement Officer

  3. Human Resource Officer

  4. Braille Transcriber / Technician

  5. Internal Security Officer

  6. IGA Marketing & Management Officer

  7. Office Administrator / Secretary Admin (2 Posts)

  8. Head Cook

  9. Cateress

  10. Kenya Sign Language Translator

  11. Nurse

  12. Leather Technician

  13. Building & Civil Engineering Technician

 

Minimum Requirements (Likely)

Applicants should:

  • Hold relevant academic qualifications (Diploma, Bachelor’s, or professional certification depending on the role).

  • Have prior experience in finance, procurement, HR, braille transcription, security, marketing, administration, catering, healthcare, or technical training depending on the position.

  • Demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.

  • Be familiar with inclusive education frameworks, disability support services, and TVET standards.

  • Show professionalism, integrity, and alignment with Machakos Technical Institute for the Blind’s mission of empowering learners through technical and vocational education.

Role‑specific expectations:

  • Braille Transcriber / Technician: Provide braille literacy support and technical transcription services.

  • Kenya Sign Language Translator: Facilitate inclusive communication for learners with hearing impairments.

  • Leather Technician: Deliver practical training in leather craft and production.

  • Building & Civil Engineering Technician: Support technical training in construction and engineering fields.

  • Head Cook / Cateress: Manage catering services, meal planning, and nutrition.

  • Finance, HR, Procurement Officers: Handle institutional financial management, staff support, and procurement compliance.

  • Internal Security Officer: Ensure campus safety and compliance with security protocols.

  • IGA Marketing & Management Officer: Oversee income‑generating activities, marketing, and resource management.

  • Office Administrators / Secretaries: Provide administrative support, documentation, and office coordination.

  • Nurse: Deliver healthcare support and first aid services to staff and students.

 

How to Apply

Applicants can either apply in own handwriting or apply electronically and deliver the application on or before the 10th September, 2026 to the Chief Principal office.

Applicants can also be transmitted electronically through the official emails only, [email protected] and info@ mtib.ac.ke

No canvassing allowed and any such actions of this nature will lead to automatic disqualification of the application.

All applicants are required to submit a certificate of clearance for good conduct obtained from the Directorate of criminal Intelligence during physical interview if shortlisted.

All applicants to attach with their application updated Curriculum Vitae, copies of birth certificates, Identity card, academic and professional certificates.

Late applications shall not be accepted.

Shortlisted Applicants shall be contacted and notified via the official emails or any appropriate media about the set dates for conduction of physical interviews.

The address for all correspondence:

Chief Principal
Machakos Technical Institute for the Blind
P.O Box 112-90100, Machakos, Kenya.
Email: [email protected], [email protected]
Website: https://www.mtib.ac.ke.

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Application deadline: Sep 10, 2026 · 15 days left to apply
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