Latest careers stories from across Kenya.
By Victoria Goro The film and television industry is an exciting one, full of opportunities, rapid innovation and constantly shifting collaboration networks. However, the same factors that make the sector so attractive, also make it hard…
The National Intelligence Service (NIS) was created in 1999 with the signing and the coming into effect of the National Intelligence Security Act of 1998. Before that, the Directorate of Security Intelligence (DSI) of the Office of the…
IELTS is the world’s most popular English test for people who want to live, work or study in another country. IELTS, the International English Language Testing System in full, is used to prove applicants’ level of English in all four…
In the world and Kenya, governments run professional police departments whose main job is maintaining law and order in the countries they are in. These law enforcement agencies operate according to printed rules and regulations specifying…
The Open University of Kenya (OUK) has announced several job vacancies and is inviting qualified personnel to apply before Tuesday, June 25, 2024. OUK said there are 92 job vacancies across different teams in its Academics, Administration,…
We are in an English-speaking world, and the more the years go by, the evolution and the revolution, the more that statement becomes increasingly true and truer. English is currently the largest language by number of speakers globally and…
Venture for Africa and Africa Product Peers are launching a career bootcamp for mid-level professionals in Africa.
So, you’ve got your heart set on becoming a physical therapist? Fantastic choice! As a PT, you’ll be able to help people recover from injuries, manage chronic conditions, and improve their overall quality of life. But before you can start…
Networking can be an intimidating and unpleasant experience. The idea of interacting with people to see how you can profit from meeting with them takes the joy out of socialising, for extroverts. For introverts and socially anxious people,…
Ms Lorraine Otieno, in a YouTube interview, encourages Kenyans to apply for remote jobs due to their flexibility.
A high-paying job comes with high pressure. Often when you’re interviewed for a senior-ranking position, an employer will require more time, effort, and practice toward work. You will need to work all the time, including weekends. You will…
Dubai is one of the most attractive places to live and work. It has high wages and low taxes, which is a great option for people who want to make a lot of money. This is part of the reason why Dubai is a lucrative option for international…
Following the Great Resignation of 2023 in the US, many countries globally have seen a rising trend of continued resignations by Gen Z and millennial workers. Most recently, a future-of-work expert, Ravin Jesuthasan, told Business Insider…
Ambition is what fuels people to want to achieve success. There are positive elements to ambition such as perseverance, and maintaining perspective. However, ambition can become a problem when you’re addicted to it. Ambition addiction is…
The motherhood penalty is a term describing the career problems women face after having a child. It is the price women pay for growing their families while still in the workforce. The motherhood penalty has been described by sociologists…
The global HR jobs market is ripe with opportunities for professionals with expertise in cultural adaptability and cross-cultural communication.
You just got a job offer, yay! The only thing is you have to relocate. Here are some things to keep in mind before taking the leap and moving for a job. Relationships Moving for a job will mean leaving your family, friends, and support…
The pioneers of feminism would be glad to see the progress that is taking place in workplaces of this era as more women are getting top jobs. There are more women in workplaces today, and the number keeps increasing daily. Even more…
A conversation has recently been making rounds and catching the attention of thousands on Twitter. Should you turn down a massive academic or career opportunity in order to keep your romantic relationship intact? If your boyfriend or…
Susan Maingi is an accomplished executive with over 15 years of experience in various senior leadership positions of increasing responsibilities. She is currently the Public Affairs and Communications Director at Coca-Cola Beverages in…
A new year comes with renewed excitement for the coming days. Typically, we think of it as a fresh start. A time to leave all our burdens behind. The narrative “New Year, New Me” has been heard for years and years, but sticking to our…
You probably live at work and visit your home sometimes. There’s a setup routine that you follow religiously. We all agree routines are good. They offer stability and ensure that everything we need to do is set in place. They also simplify…
Recently I was speaking to Monica, a 37-year-old woman who was coming back to the job sector 7 years after she quit her job. She had left her high-paying advertising job in order to become a full-time mother. Since she was now a divorcee…
Self-love is a term used by many to indicate the ability to recognize when to put the self above every other need hence appreciating oneself more. Some people equate it to being selfish, arrogant, or egocentric. However, self-love is…
