Braille Transcriber Officer at Moi University

MU/AC/04/11/2023

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Running the Unit for the Handicapped;
• Formatting any document before it is transcribed into Braille;
• Liaising with the Kenya Society for the Blind and any other organization in acquiring equipment for use by the blind students;
• Coordinating with the School of Education on curriculum and desi gn adaptations necessary to meet the needs of the blind students;
• Coordinating with the Dean of Students in identifying volunteer readers for the blind students;
• Attending seminars and meetings for the welfare of the blind students;
• Preparing models for use by the blind students; and
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Dean of Students from time to time.

Requirements for Direct Appointment

For appointment to this position, a candidate must have:-

• Master's degree in Special Education or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Braille Proficiency;
• Certificate in Mobility; and at least eight (8) years working experience in a well-established institution.

Requirements for Serving Officers

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Master's degreg in Special Education or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Worked for at least three (3) years as Senior Braille Transcriber Technician;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance.