How to Select an NYOTA On-the-Job Experience (OJE) Skill via USSD
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NYOTA beneficiaries in selected counties who have completed the required Socio-Emotional Skills Development (SESD) training can now select their preferred skill for the On-the-Job Experience (OJE) programme.
The deadline for making the skill selection is October 9, 2026.
The exercise applies to beneficiaries in Lot 3, Lot 4 and Lot 8 counties.
Counties Covered
The affected counties are:
- Lot 3: Kitui, Kwale, Machakos, Makueni and Taita Taveta
- Lot 4: Embu, Kirinyaga, Meru, Murang’a, Nyandarua, Nyeri and Tharaka Nithi
- Lot 8: Kajiado, Kiambu and Nairobi
To qualify for the selection, beneficiaries must have completed at least three days of Socio-Emotional Skills Development (SESD) training.
How to Select Your OJE Skill
Beneficiaries can make their selection using their mobile phones by following these steps:
- Dial *254# on your phone.
- Select option 3 – NYOTA Project.
- Select option 1 – Select a Track.
- Choose option 3 – On-the-Job Experience (OJE).
- Select option 2 – Skill Selection.
- Select option 1 to view the available trades or industries.
- Choose your preferred skill and save your selection.
Beneficiaries are encouraged to complete the process before the October 9, 2026 deadline to avoid missing the opportunity.
For assistance, NYOTA beneficiaries can contact the project through info@nyotaproject.go.ke or call the toll-free number 0800 222 221.






