How to Post a Job Vacancy in Kenya for Free and Receive CVs on Your Phone

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To post a job vacancy in Kenya for free, create an account on Sino Soft Classifieds, click Ad Listing (or the orange + button in the app), choose the Jobs category, add the job title, salary range, location and requirements, and submit. Once your ad is approved, job seekers can apply with their CV in one tap. You receive every application on your phone and by email, and you can accept or decline candidates in one place. Your first ad is free for 15 days.

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Why Advertise Jobs on Sino Soft Classifieds?

Hiring in Kenya can mean printing posters, paying for newspaper space or sorting through hundreds of CVs in WhatsApp and email. Sino Soft Classifieds gives you one place to advertise a vacancy and manage applicants. Whether you are a shop owner in Nairobi looking for a sales assistant, a hotel in Mombasa hiring a chef, a school in Nakuru looking for a teacher or a company in Kisumu recruiting an accountant, our platform helps simplify recruitment.

• Reach a large Kenyan audience: More than 10,000 people are already registered on Sino Soft Classifieds. Your job appears on both the website and the Android app.
• Receive CVs in one place: Candidates apply directly from your ad with their name, phone number, email and CV.
• Get instant alerts: Receive notifications on your phone and by email whenever someone applies.
• Accept or decline with one tap: Applicants are notified automatically, so nobody is left waiting.
• Start free: New users can post their first ad free for 15 days. Paid packages offer more ads and longer listing periods.
• Every ad is reviewed: Our team checks each ad before publication to help maintain a trustworthy platform.

How to Post a Job Vacancy in Kenya: Step by Step

The process is similar on sinosoft.co.ke and in the Sino Soft Classifieds app.

Step 1: Create Your Free Account

Click Login / Register at the top of the website or open the app. Sign up using your email address, phone number or Google account. Use your company or business name so candidates can identify the employer.

Step 2: Click Ad Listing or the Orange + Button

On the website, click Ad Listing in the header or the round orange + button at the bottom right of any page. In the app, tap the + button in the bottom menu. Choose a regular ad or a video ad if you want to showcase your workplace and team.

Step 3: Choose the Jobs Category

Select Jobs, then choose the closest sub-category for the role. The correct category helps job seekers find your vacancy when filtering by job type.

Step 4: Pick a Listing Package

If you do not have an active package, you will be asked to choose one. The Free Package gives you one ad for 15 days. Paid packages offer more ads and longer listing periods and can also be used to advertise products or services.

You can pay using M-Pesa, Paystack (bank cards and Airtel Money), PayPal or bank transfer. See the current prices on the Subscription page.

Step 5: Write the Job Details

Add a clear job title, a full description, the salary range (minimum and maximum), your location and contact details. You can also upload your logo or a photo of your workplace. Use the template below to make sure your advert includes the important information.

Step 6: Submit for Review

Submit your ad for review. Our team checks it before publication, and you receive an email when it is approved. If changes are required, you will be informed so you can edit and resubmit it.

Step 7: Receive and Review Applications

Whenever someone applies, you receive a notification on your phone and an email. To view candidates, go to My Ads, open your job ad and select Job Applications. You can view each applicant's name, phone number, email and CV in PDF or Word format.

Step 8: Accept or Decline Candidates

Tap Accept to shortlist a candidate or Reject if they are not suitable. The applicant receives an app notification and email and can follow the application status from their account.

Step 9: Renew or Close the Ad

We email you two days before your ad expires. Renew it from My Ads if you are still hiring, or close it once the position is filled to stop receiving applications.

A Job Ad Template That Gets Better Applicants

Clear job adverts attract suitable candidates and save you time when reviewing applications. Use this structure when writing your job description:

• Job title: Use familiar search terms such as Accountant, Sales Representative, Shop Attendant or Driver.
• Location: Include the town and area, such as Westlands, Nairobi, or Nyali, Mombasa. Specify whether the job is remote or hybrid.
• Job type: State whether it is full-time, part-time, contract, internship or casual.
• Salary: Provide a realistic monthly salary range in KSh.
• About the company: Write two or three sentences explaining who you are and what your business does.
• Key duties: Include four to six points describing the main responsibilities.
• Requirements: State the necessary qualifications, experience and certifications, such as CPA or a driving licence.
• How to apply and deadline: For example, "Apply with your CV using the Apply Now button by [date]."

Hire Responsibly: Legal and Ethical Basics

Responsible recruitment protects your business and builds trust with candidates.

• Never charge applicants a fee: Asking job seekers to pay to apply, attend interviews or cover processing fees is a common scam pattern. Such ads are not approved on Sino Soft Classifieds.
• Protect CVs and personal data: CVs contain personal information, including phone numbers, addresses and work history. Kenya's Data Protection Act requires organisations to handle this information responsibly, keep it secure and use it for appropriate purposes. Visit the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner for guidance.
• Hire fairly: Base requirements on the actual job. Refer to Kenya Law for Kenyan legislation and the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection for labour information.
• Keep adverts honest: Every ad on Sino Soft Classifieds must follow Godly principles and remain truthful, legal and respectful.

More Than Hiring: Your One-Stop Business Marketplace

The same account you use to recruit employees can also help your business grow through Sino Soft Classifieds.

• Sell products: List stock, equipment and other items, from phones and electronics to vehicles and machinery.
• Advertise services: Help customers across Kenya discover your services, from cleaning and catering to IT and construction.
• Find or let premises: Advertise or browse offices, shops and warehouses in the Property category.
• Showcase through video: Use video ads to present your products, premises or team.
• Chat with customers: Let buyers contact you or make offers directly through your ads.

Explore current listings under All Ads or browse vacancies in the Jobs category.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I post a job vacancy in Kenya for free?

Yes. New users on Sino Soft Classifieds can claim the Free Package, which allows them to post one ad for 15 days. Paid packages provide more ads and longer listing periods and can be used across categories.

How do candidates apply for my job?

Candidates open your job ad and tap Apply Now. They provide their full name, phone number and email address and attach their CV as a PDF or Word file. You receive each application on your phone and by email.

Where do I see the CVs I receive?

Go to My Ads, open your job ad and select Job Applications. You can view each applicant's details and CV, then accept or reject the application.

Are applicants told if they are accepted or rejected?

Yes. When you accept or reject an application, the candidate receives an app notification and email and can view the status in their account.

How long does it take for my job ad to go live?

Every ad is reviewed before publication. You receive an email when your ad is approved or an explanation if changes are needed.

How can I pay for a package?

You can pay using M-Pesa, Paystack (bank cards and Airtel Money), PayPal or bank transfer. An email receipt is sent once payment is confirmed.

Can I advertise products and services as well as jobs?

Yes. Sino Soft Classifieds is a buy-and-sell marketplace where you can sell products, advertise services, list property and post jobs using the same account.

Start Hiring Today

Your next great employee may already be on Sino Soft Classifieds. Post your job vacancy now or download the free Android app on Google Play to manage applicants on the go.

Looking for work instead? Read our guide: Where to Find Jobs in Kenya and How to Apply Online Safely. New to the app? See Sino Soft Classifieds App Is Live: Buy and Sell Anything in Kenya.