Director, Culture Programme at Kenya National Commission for UNESCO

Job Reference Number: KNCU/20/2022

Purpose of the Job 

The Director, Culture Programme is responsible for coordination of the protection, safeguarding, preservation and conservation of heritage and creativity in line with UNESCO recommendations and to provide
secretariat services to Culture Programme and Experts Committee.

Remuneration 

• Gross pay Ksh. 260,336.00 - 331,937.00
• Leave allowance –30% Basic Salary
• Medical Allowance - As per KNATCOM Medical Scheme
• Group Life & Accident Cover - As per KNATCOM Medical Scheme
• Terms Five-year Contract Renewable (subject to satisfactory performance), with Gratuity

Job Description

The Director, Culture Programme is responsible for the following functions:

• promote involvement in UNESCO’s activities the relevant line ministries, departments, agencies, organizations and individuals dealing in Culture;
• ensure implementation of KNATCOM Culture activities and budgeted programmes;
• promote linkages between UNESCO and; Government Ministries, Departments, Counties and State agencies, UNESCO Agencies, Civil Society, and the private sector concerned with culture;
• co-ordinate participation in international meetings on Culture;
• promote dissemination of information on UNESCO prizes and awards to potential candidates and ensure their participation; 

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities will entail:

• providing technical support in the development of culture policies;
• developing regular briefs and prompt communication on the section issues;
• developing budgets for the culture programme;
• developing budget and work plans for the implementation of culture programme activities within a given financial year;
• developing culture reports and publications for dissemination;

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Minimum twelve (12) years relevant work experience, four (4) of which must have been in management level;
• Minimum Master of Arts Degree in Anthropology, Cultural Studies, Heritage Studies, Arts, Sociology or a related field from a recognized University;
• Bachelor of Arts Degree in Anthropology, Cultural Studies, Heritage Studies, Arts, Sociology or a related field from a recognized University;
• management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• proficiency in computer applications;
• shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance.