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APPLICATION
All applicants are required to apply electronically through the
website for all jobs at the U.S. Embassy.

(ERA)
How to create an account in ERA:

The first time you apply for a position in this way, you will be asked to set up an account.

Step 1: Visit: https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/ken/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms

Step 2: Click the Position Title

Step 3: Click the APPLY TO THIS VACANCY button

Step 4: Click the CREAT ACCOUNT button

Step 5: Fill in the blanks as required.

Step 6: Click NEXT - you will be asked to create a password. Your password must have at least
12 characters and must include at least one alphanumeric (upper and lower case), one digit,
one special character and no spaces. The password will be valid for 60 days and so must be
changed before expiry. Answer three security questions. These are used if you can’t remember
your password. Answer each question in a way you will remember.

To apply

Step 1: Click the Position Title

Step 2: Click APPLY TO THIS VACANCY button

Step 3: Login using the password that you created

You must answer all of the questions and upload required documents and submit.

You will use the same account that you have set up whenever you apply for other positions in
future.