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Government CV – PSC Kenya Format
This template follows the exact structure expected by Kenya's Public Service Commission and county Public Service Boards.
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PSC-approved format for civil service job applications
ID No: 56789012 | Date of Birth: 5 January 1988 | Nationality: Kenyan
An accomplished Economist with 10 years of experience in public finance, macroeconomic policy analysis and development planning within Kenya's public sector. A holder of a Master of Arts in Economics from the University of Nairobi with demonstrated expertise in budget analysis, economic modelling and policy development. Seeking to contribute to Kenya's economic transformation agenda at the National Treasury.
Principal Secretary, State Dept for Planning
📞 0720 111 222 | ✉️ [email protected]
Government CV Requirements in Kenya
Government CVs in Kenya are more formal and structured than private sector CVs. The PSC and county PSBs have specific expectations. Follow these rules strictly:
- Include your full date of birth and national ID number — these are mandatory for PSC applications
- List ALL academic qualifications from KCSE upward — no exceptions
- Include your KCSE mean grade and every university qualification with grades
- Government jobs often specify "Job Group" or "Grade" — make sure your qualifications match the advertised minimum
- Referees must be senior government officials, university professors or senior private sector professionals
For PSC applications, you must also fill in the standard PSC application form (Form PSC 2) in addition to submitting your CV. Download the form from psc.go.ke. Both documents are required — a CV alone is insufficient.
PSC and county PSB application deadlines are absolute. Not a single late application has ever been accepted. Submit at least 5 days before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues on the online portal.