The Deputy Director Planning and Strategy provides managerial leadership on corporate strategy, corporate planning services, policy coordination, risk analysis and data management and performance management in the Council.
Job Description
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:
Coordinating the development of the Council’s strategic plan and monitoring its implementation;
Conducting effective monitoring and evaluation within the Council to ensure the achievement of its mandate;
Spearheading the development and review of policies within the Council and evaluating their effectiveness;
Coordinating impact assessment of the Council’s strategic decisions and coordinating report preparation;
Coordinating strategic collaborations and partnerships with stakeholders on plans and strategies;
Coordinating the preparation and implementation of the Council’s performance contract;
Conducting inquiries, studies, and research on matters relating to strategy within the education sector;
Coordinating the development of the Council’s annual work plans and resource needs and prioritizing its activities;
Coordinating policy advocacy initiatives and development of plans within the education sector;
Providing technical advice during the preparation of education sector plans;
Coordinating linkage between sector plans and Council strategy;
Qualification and Experience
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
At least twelve (12) years of cumulative relevant work experience, five (5) of which should have been served at management level;
Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Economics, Statistics, Mathematics,
Public Policy/Administration, Project Management, or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Economics, Statistics, Mathematics,
Public Policy/Administration, Strategic Management, or other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
Proficiency in computer applications;
Demonstrated merit in work performance;
Membership to a professional body;
Fulfillment of the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Key Competencies, Skills, and Attitudes
Integrity;
Planning, problem-solving, and analytical skills;
Communication and reporting skills;
Managerial skills and ability to lead teams;
Mentoring, coaching, and leadership skills;
Attention to detail;
Interpersonal and negotiation skills.
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TERMS OF OFFER
The Council will offer a competitive remuneration package commensurate with responsibilities of the position.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should fill and submit the Application for Employment Form KNEC 2A – (for External applicants) and Application for Employment Form KNEC 2B – (for Internal applicants), an application letter, accompanied by certified copies of academic and professional certificates, detailed curriculum vitae giving details of daytime telephone contact, e-mail address, current remuneration (enclose copy of your latest pay slip), names and valid current contacts of three referees, on or before 5th November,
2024 to the address below:
The Chief Executive Officer
Kenya National Examinations Council
New Mitihani House, South C
P.O Box 73598-00200
NAIROBI
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Apply via :
knec.ac.ke
