The Capital Markets Authority (CMA), Kenya’s statutory agency responsible for regulating and developing an efficient capital market, has announced seven senior job vacancies across its technical and corporate departments. Qualified professionals are invited to apply for positions including Director, Deputy Director, Assistant Director, and Principal Officer roles.
The CMA plays a central role in regulating and developing Kenya’s capital markets, including oversight of the Nairobi Securities Exchange. This recruitment drive presents an opportunity for experienced professionals to contribute to the Authority’s mandate of regulating and developing the capital market in Kenya.
Application deadline: 6 July 2026
Available Positions
| Position | Reference |
|---|---|
| Director Research Policy & Market Development | CMA/DRPMD/01/2026 |
| Deputy Director Commodities | CMA/DD-C/02/2026 |
| Assistant Director Regulatory Framework | CMA/AD – RF/03/2026 |
| Assistant Director Enforcement | CMA/AD – E/04/2026 |
| Principal Corporate Communications Officer | CMA/PCCO/05/2026 |
| Principal Market Development Officer – Research & Analytics | CMA/PMDO – RA/06/2026 |
| Principal Internal Auditor | CMA/PIA/07/2026 |
All positions are for 1 post each.
Director Research Policy & Market Development
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Reference | CMA/DRPMD/01/2026 |
| Role | Provides strategic and technical leadership in policy formulation, research, product development, and market development |
Deputy Director Commodities
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Reference | CMA/DD-C/02/2026 |
| Role | Leads initiatives in commodities markets development, including value addition through policy and regulation formulation |
Assistant Director Regulatory Framework
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Reference | CMA/AD – RF/03/2026 |
Assistant Director Enforcement
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Reference | CMA/AD – E/04/2026 |
Principal Corporate Communications Officer
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Reference | CMA/PCCO/05/2026 |
Principal Market Development Officer – Research & Analytics
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Reference | CMA/PMDO – RA/06/2026 |
Principal Internal Auditor
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Reference | CMA/PIA/07/2026 |
How to Apply
Send your Application Letter and Curriculum Vitae in PDF format to: [email protected]
Address your application to:
Chief Executive Officer
Capital Markets Authority
P.O. Box 74800-00200
Nairobi
Applications should be received on or before: 6 July 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advert date | 16 June 2026 |
| Application deadline | 6 July 2026 |
Important Notice to Applicants
No Fees Charged
THE CAPITAL MARKETS AUTHORITY DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.
Canvassing
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Capital Markets Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Shortlisting
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an application fee?
No. The CMA does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
How should I submit my application?
Send your Application Letter and Curriculum Vitae in PDF format to [email protected]
What should I include in the email subject?
Quote the job reference number for the position you are applying for.
Can I apply for more than one position?
Submit separate applications for each position, quoting the relevant reference number.
Do I need to address the application to anyone?
Yes. Applications should be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Capital Markets Authority.
When is the deadline?
Applications should be received on or before 6 July 2026.
About the Capital Markets Authority
The Capital Markets Authority is a statutory agency charged with the responsibility of regulating and developing an efficient capital market in Kenya. The Authority oversees the Nairobi Securities Exchange and plays a central role in regulating capital markets, developing market infrastructure, protecting investors, and promoting capital market growth and innovation.
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