8 High‑Impact Career Opportunities at Kenya Airways & Fahari Aviation  |  May 2025 Recruitment Drive

8 High‑Impact Career Opportunities at Kenya Airways & Fahari Aviation  |  May 2025 Recruitment Drive

ESSENTIAL JOB DETAILS

• Employer: Kenya Airways (KQ), including Fahari Aviation (subsidiary)
• Job Categories: Aviation Engineering, Finance, Corporate Communications, Flight Operations, Safety & Compliance, Technology
• Location: Nairobi, Kenya
• Number of Positions: 8 roles currently open
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Application Deadline: Varies per role (latest 31 December 2025)
• Application Mode: Online via Kenya Airways Recruitment Portal

INTRODUCTION

Kenya Airways – The Pride of Africa – has launched an ambitious talent‑acceleration recruitment round featuring eight pivotal positions across engineering, maintenance, finance, communications, digital technology, unmanned‑aerial‑systems safety and flight operations. These roles will shape fleet reliability, grow the Group MRO roadmap, reinforce brand equity, optimise cost efficiencies and expand future‑ready drone capabilities under subsidiary Fahari Aviation.

Why This Matters: As global aviation rebounds, KQ is strategically investing in people, processes and platforms that raise operational resilience, improve passenger experience and unlock ancillary revenue. Joining now means influencing a renaissance period for African aviation while enjoying a purpose‑driven culture that celebrates innovation, accountability and pan‑African connectivity.

The eight vacancies span five business divisions – Technical (Propulsion Engineering & Base Maintenance), Strategy & Innovation (External Communications), Finance (Credit Control & Cargo Interline Accounting), Flight Operations (First Officers), Aviation Safety (Quality & Safety Lead – UAS) and Technology (Cost Analysis). Each position offers an opportunity to drive measurable impact, acquire world‑class exposure and accelerate career progression inside a SkyTeam member airline.

ABOUT KENYA AIRWAYS GROUP

Kenya Airways PLC is a publicly listed flag carrier headquartered at JKIA – Nairobi, connecting 42+ destinations across Africa, Europe, Middle East and Asia with a youthful fleet featuring Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliners, B737 NG/MAX and Embraer E190s. The airline is renowned for:

• Safety Leadership – IOSA‑registered, full compliance with KCAA, EASA, FAA & ICAO regulations.
• Operational Excellence – On‑time‑performance (OTP) scores among Africa’s top three network carriers.
• Customer Centricity – Four‑star Skytrax rating; award‑winning on‑board catering & lounge services.
• Sustainability Agenda – Carbon‑emissions intensity per ASK trending downward through fleet modernisation & SAF pilots.

Fahari Aviation Ltd – KQ’s drone & eVTOL subsidiary – pioneers unmanned‑aircraft training, remote‑pilot licensing, drone logistics and hardware distributorship, cementing Kenya’s role as a regional UAV hub.

Working at KQ Group means unleashing your potential in a multicultural environment that promotes continuous learning, disciplined execution, transparent governance and community impact.

VACANCY‑BY‑VACANCY DEEP DIVE

1 ⟫ Senior Propulsion Engineer

Ref IRC5514 | Closes 27 May 2025 | Technical Division

Mission‑Critical Scope

• Own the end‑to‑end power‑plant reliability programme for GE CFM‑56 & GEnx engines and APS 3200/APU fleets.
• Lead trend analysis, borescope‑driven decision‑making, workscope drafting, LLP stack life‑cycle optimisation and vendor claim negotiations to reduce cost‑per‑flight‑hour (CPFH).
• Represent KQ at CFM TechXchange, AFRAA MRO forums & IATA E&M conferences.

Candidate Success Profile

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical/Aeronautical, propulsion licence on two KQ types, proficiency in ANALYTICA, CAMP & EngineBoK trend suites.
• Proven competence drafting Engineering Control Orders, SB/AD compliance packs & C of A flight test schedules.

2 ⟫ Head of Base Maintenance

Ref IRC5513 | Closes 27 May 2025 | Technical Division

Strategic Mandate

• Direct wide‑body & narrow‑body A‑/C‑check production lines, avionics & mechanical shops, ensuring < 10 % deferred‑defect carryover and < 1 % MEL exceedance.
• Implement Lean‑Six‑Sigma workflow, digital work‑pack execution via Oases MRO, and spearhead 2025–2030 MRO capability expansion plan targeting third‑party revenue.
• Custodian of SMS, human‑factors integration, industrial safety KPIs.

Leadership Essentials

• ICAO‐recognised licence plus MBA or MSc Engineering Management preferred.
• Track record supervising ≥ 500 technicians/engineers, zero‑findings in last three regulatory audits.

3 ⟫ External Communication Manager

Ref IRC5489 | Closes 23 May 2025 | Strategy & Innovation

Value Creation

• Craft multi‑channel media narratives that reinforce KQ’s ESG journey, cargo‑logistics growth and network restoration post‑COVID.
• Manage earned‑media pipeline, thought‑leadership op‑eds, trade‑show press kits (e.g., Routes Africa, IATA AGM) and crisis comms playbooks.
• Align external messaging with digital‑customer‑experience (DCX) campaigns and loyalty‑programme activations.

Professional Credentials

• BA/MA in Communications or Journalism, PG Diploma in Journalism, membership PRSK/CIPR.
• Portfolio of Tier‑1 media placements (CNN, BBC, Bloomberg, Nation Media).

4 ⟫ Assistant Accountant – Credit Control

Ref IRC5469 | Closes 23 May 2025 | Finance

Core Deliverables

• Accelerate DSO reduction by < 40 days through rigorous allocation of receipts, debt‑age analysis and proactive customer follow‑ups.
• Maintain 0 % unapplied cash by aligning GL & cargo/passenger receivable sub‑ledgers.
• Generate daily liquidity dashboards for treasury and support IFRS 9 ECL modelling.

Fit Requirements

• Degree + CPA III, working knowledge of SAP FI/CO, IATA SIS interface & MS Power BI.

5 ⟫ Quality & Safety Lead – Fahari Aviation

Ref IRC5430 | Closes 23 May 2025 | Fahari Aviation

Key Objectives

• Embed ISO 9001‑based QMS and ICAO Annex 19‑aligned SMS for drone operations, training ATO and reseller channel.
• Deliver 100 % audit‑finding closure within SLA; maintain hazard‑report close‑out <= 30 days.
• Champion safety‑culture workshops, LOSA observations and UAS regulatory advocacy with KCAA.

Must‑Have Profile

• Degree/Diploma + QMS/SMS/Audit certifications; fluency with UAS Part 14 regulations and BVLOS ops.

6 ⟫ Interline Coordinator – Cargo Accounting

Ref IRC5409 | Closes 23 May 2025 | Finance

Primary Functions

• Administer Special Prorate Agreements, mitigate SPA revenue leakages and reconcile IATA Clearing House suspension lists.
• Produce SPA renewal dashboards, GL/AR reconciliations and respond to SIS Stage 3 outcomes.
• Liaise with cargo sales for credit control and finalize revenue‑integrity workflows.

Qualification Snapshot

• Bachelor’s + cargo revenue‑accounting system expertise; data‑analytics aptitude (SQL/Excel BI).

7 ⟫ First Officer

Ref IRC5250 | Closes 31 Dec 2025 | Flight Operations

Role Synopsis

• Operate as second‑in‑command on KQ fleets, ensuring compliance with SOPs, CRM philosophy and safety regulations.
• Contribute to fuel‑efficiency initiatives (e.g., CDA, PBN RNAV), EFB optimisation and network resilience.
• Uphold SkyTeam service ethos in flight‑deck and cabin interaction.

Pilot Entry Requirements

• Valid Kenyan CPL/ATPL, ≥ 250 hrs, instrument & multi‑engine ratings, Class 1 medical.
• KCSE C‑ with C‑ in Maths/English/Physics; min height 160 cm.

Two‑step application process (Oracle + MS Form).

8 ⟫ Technology Cost Analyst

Ref IRC5033 | Closes 23 May 2025 | Technology Platforms & Infrastructure

Impact Areas

• Consolidate OPEX & CAPEX budgets, negotiate telecom vendor SLAs, and design cost‑saving dashboards leveraging Power Query & Python.
• Post monthly accruals, maintain asset inventories and support cloud‑cost optimisation (Azure/AWS).
• Drive zero‑late‑payment KPI and recover SLA rebates via credit‑note processing.

Ideal Candidate

• Bachelor’s IT + network certification (CCNA/N+); proficiency in telecom‑billing analytics and vendor‑management best practice.

HOW TO APPLY  – DIRECT LINKS

Position	Apply Link	Deadline
Senior Propulsion Engineer	https://i-pride.kenya-airways.com/…p_svid=5514	27 May 2025
Head of Base Maintenance	https://i-pride.kenya-airways.com/…p_svid=5513	27 May 2025
External Communication Manager	https://i-pride.kenya-airways.com/…p_svid=5489	23 May 2025
Assistant Accountant – Credit Control	https://i-pride.kenya-airways.com/…p_svid=5469	23 May 2025
Quality & Safety Lead – Fahari	https://i-pride.kenya-airways.com/…p_svid=5430	23 May 2025
Interline Coordinator	https://i-pride.kenya-airways.com/…p_svid=5409	23 May 2025
First Officer (Step 1)	https://i-pride.kenya-airways.com/…p_svid=5250	31 Dec 2025
First Officer (Step 2)	https://forms.office.com/r/645pEpR1fE	31 Dec 2025
Technology Cost Analyst	https://i-pride.kenya-airways.com/…p_svid=5033	23 May 2025

Click the respective link, create/enter your Oracle profile, upload CV, and submit.

EMPLOYEE VALUE PROPOSITION & BENEFITS

• Competitive Remuneration: Market‑indexed salary, flight benefits, pension, medical cover.
• Global Network Exposure: Collaboration across SkyTeam partners and AFRAA member airlines.
• Professional Development: Type‑rating upgrades, IATA diplomas, Lean Six Sigma Yellow/Green Belt sponsorship, leadership academies.
• Innovation Lab: Access to KQ Innovation Hub, hackathons, and digital‑upskilling bootcamps.
• Corporate Social Impact: Engage in Environment, Education & Entrepreneurship CSR platforms.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

1. Do I need to pay any fee?  → No. Kenya Airways does not charge candidates.
2. Can I apply for more than one role?  → Yes, if you meet each role’s criteria; submit separate applications.
3. What is the recruitment timeline?  → Short‑listing is rolling; expect response within four weeks post‑deadline.
4. Are non‑Kenyan citizens eligible?  → Positions are open primarily to Kenyans; pilots of other nationalities may be considered subject to KCAA licence validation.

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