What paper size does a Kenya CV use?

A4 is the standard paper size for CVs submitted to recruiters in Kenya. CVJinny renders every output at this size automatically.

What date format should I use on a Kenya CV?

DD/MM/YYYY is the convention recruiters in Kenya expect. CVJinny formats every date this way — never raw ISO timestamps.

What language should my Kenya CV be written in?

Common defaults are en, sw. CVJinny supports every locale and lets you draft in your strongest language while targeting Kenya recruiters.

Does CVJinny work for Kenya job applications?

Yes — CVJinny is built for Kenya (and 90+ other countries). Every output honours local recruiter expectations: format, phrasing, compliance, photo policy.

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Date format

DD/MM/YYYY

Languages

en + sw

Phone format

+54. Strong outbo

What Kenya recruiters expect

Kenyan CVs follow modified British / East African convention. 2-3 pages reverse-chronological. National Employment Authority (nea.go.ke) under the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection runs the National Employment Authority Integrated Management Information System. English + Swahili bilingual; English dominates business / banking / multinationals / NGOs / Nairobi-based regional HQs. Photo + DOB conventional. References section traditionally included with full contact details. KRA PIN (tax ID) sometimes requested but NEVER on a public CV. Date format DD/MM/YYYY. Phone +254. Strong outbound corridor to Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Gulf, UK, US, Germany (especially for STEM).

Local job titles we know

educationTeacher (TSC-registered)
educationLecturer / Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor / Professor
educationPrincipal / Headteacher
educationDeputy Principal / Director of Academics
financeFinancial Analyst / Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K)
healthcareMedical Officer / Specialist (KMPDC registered)
healthcareHospital Administrator
healthcareRegistered Nurse (NCK licensed)

Trusted government sources we cite

NEA — Kenya National Employment Authority (official portal)— National Employment Authority (NEA) — Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, Kenya
Ministry of Labour and Skills Development — official portal— Ministry of Labour and Skills Development — Kenya
Public Employment Services — job-seeker registration + job opportunities— National Employment Authority (NEA) — Kenya

Kenya CV — frequently asked questions

What paper size does a Kenya CV use?: A4 is the standard paper size for CVs submitted to recruiters in Kenya. CVJinny renders every output at this size automatically.
What date format should I use on a Kenya CV?: DD/MM/YYYY is the convention recruiters in Kenya expect. CVJinny formats every date this way — never raw ISO timestamps.
What language should my Kenya CV be written in?: Common defaults are en, sw. CVJinny supports every locale and lets you draft in your strongest language while targeting Kenya recruiters.
Does CVJinny work for Kenya job applications?: Yes — CVJinny is built for Kenya (and 90+ other countries). Every output honours local recruiter expectations: format, phrasing, compliance, photo policy.

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