Latest Jobs at Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA)

Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

  For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

1. Twelve (12) years relevant work experience ten (10) of which must have been in top management;
2. Bachelor degree (KNQF Level 7 or equivalent) in Education, Engineering, Architecture or related field from a recognized university in Kenya;
3. Master’s Degree (KNQF Level 9) in Curriculum Development, Quality Assurance, Assessment and
4. Examination or Higher Education from a recognized university in Kenya ;
5. Doctorate Degree (KNQF Level 10) in Curriculum Development, Quality Assurance, Assessment and
6. Examination or Higher Education from a recognized university in Kenya is an added advantage;
7. Professional qualification and membership where applicable;
8. Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks;
9. Proficiency in computer applications;
10. Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.

Key Competencies and skills

Analytical skills;

1. Creative and innovative thinking;
2. Mobilization skills; Interpersonal skills;
3. Leadership skills; Negotiation skills;
4. Ability to networking and building linkages;
5. Conversant with PFM Act

Responsibilities:

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1.  Co-coordinating and supervising the development of policies on national qualifications;
2.  Developing a framework for the development of an accreditation system on qualifications;
3.  Developing a system for assessment of national qualifications;
4.  Developing and review inter-relationships and linkages across national qualifications in consultation with stakeholders, relevant institutions and agencies;
5.  Maintaining a national database of national qualifications;
6.  Publishing manuals, codes and guidelines on national qualifications;
7.  Advising and supporting any person, body or institution which is responsible for the award of national qualifications;
8.  Publishing an annual report on the status of national qualifications;
9.  Setting standards and benchmarks for qualifications and competencies including skills, knowledge, attitudes and values;
10.  Defining the levels of qualifications and competencies;
11.  Providing for the recognition of attainment or competencies including skills, knowledge, attitudes and values;
12.  Facilitating linkages, credit transfers and exemptions and a vertical and horizontal mobility at all levels to enable entry, re-entry and exit;
13.  Conducting research on equalization of qualifications;
14.  Establishing standards for harmonization and recognition of national and foreign qualifications;
15.  Building confidence in the national qualifications system that contributes to the national economy;
16.  Providing pathways that support the development and maintenance of flexible access to qualifications;
17.  Promoting the recognition of national qualifications internationally.

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Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

1.  Ten (10) relevant work experience eight (8) of which must have been in management;
2.  Bachelor’s degree (KNQF Level 7 or equivalent) in Education, Economics, statistics, Social Sciences, Science or related field from a recognized university in Kenya;
3.  Master’s Degree (KNQF Level 9)in Curriculum development, quality assurance, assessment and examination, Economics, Statistics, Project Management, Sciences, Social
4. Science, Higher education, Comparative Education or related field from a recognized university in Kenya ;
5.  Doctorate Degree (KNQF Level 10)in Curriculum development, quality assurance, assessment and examination, Economics, Statistics, Project Management, Sciences, Social Science, Higher education, Comparative Education or related field from a recognized university in Kenya is an added advantage;
6.  Professional qualification and membership where applicable;
7.  Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks;
8.  Proficiency in computer applications;
9.  Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.

Skills and competencies

• Analytical skills;
• Creative and innovative thinking;
• Resources mobilization;
• Interpersonal skills;
• Leadership skills;
• Negotiation skills;
• Networking and building linkages;
• Conversant with PFM Act

Responsibilities:

Key Duties and Responsibilities;

1.  General administration and coordination of the department;
2.  Advising the authority on the world best practices on CATS
3.  Reviewing regulations, policies and guidelines on assessments, CATs;
4.  Developing and reviewing quality assurance standards;
5.  Recruit and facilitate the training of assessments, CATS and QA peer reviewers;
6.  Coordinating the assessments and determination of CATs;
7.  Liaising with education regulatory bodies, curriculum developers, qualifications awarding bodies and other government ministries and agencies on assessment and credit accumulation and transfer;
8.  Guiding, advising and appraising officers under their supervision;
9.  Benchmarking and developing best practices in assessment, CATs and QA;
10.  Evaluating the application for credits transfer;
11.  Conducting the assessment of application for credit transfer;
12.  Developing and implementing policies, standards and guidelines on assessment, credit accumulation and transfer and quality assurance;
13.  Developing manuals, codes and guidelines on national qualifications;
14.  Developing and maintaining the Kenya Credit Accumulation and Transfer System (KCATS);
15.  Advising and support any person, body or institution which is responsible for the award of national qualifications;
16.  Facilitating linkages, credit transfers and exemptions and a vertical and horizontal mobility at all levels to enable entry, re-entry and exit;

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Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

For appointment to this grade an officer must have at least;

1. A minimum period of ten (10) years relevant work experience eight (8) of which should have been in management; 
2. Bachelor’s Degree (KNQF Level 7 or equivalent)  in Commerce, Business Administration, Business Management (Finance or Accounting option) or other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
3. Master’s Degree (KNQF Level 9) in any of the following: Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or their equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution; 
4. Certified Public Accountant Part III (CPA K) or Associate of Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA); 
5. Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
6. Membership in good standing of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or any other recognized professional body; 
7. Proficiency in computer applications; 
8. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Responsibilities:

Key Duties and responsibilities entails;

1. Managing all issues regarding the financing of Kenya National Qualifications Authority activities; 
2. Participating in Development and implementation of sound financial management policies and procedures; 
3. Consolidating the Authority printed budget estimates and revised budget as per guidelines issued by National Treasury; 
4. Forecasting Annual cash flow requirements and coordinate preparation of annual budgets; 
5. Scheduling all payments within the Authority budgetary provisions; 
6. Ensuring Budgetary and cost control by reviewing expenditure returns from departments, prepare variance analysis and recommend corrective action; 
7. Guiding other departments by interpreting government accounting policy and applying it in all operations of the Authority; 
8. Planning and coordinating timely preparation of annual Work Plans and budget estimates;
9. Developing and managing internal controls and compliance; 
10. Participate in Public Private Partnership program strategies and resource mobilization;
11. Analyzing and interpret financial reports and other accounting records; 
12. Ensure prudent and optimal utilization of Authority funds and Assets; 
13. Managing proper records of financial transactions; 
14. Overseeing preparation of the final Annual Statement of Accounts in accordance with accounting standards and procedures and submission to relevant institutions; 
15. Reviewing and ensuring timely and accurate preparation of management accounting reports on quarterly and annual basis; 
16. Maintaining accurate and complete financial record of the Authority and regularly review the financial system; 
17. Undertaking financial risk management; 
18. Monitoring and evaluating funds applications and accountability; 
19. Ensuring compliance with applicable financial statutory obligations and circulars; 
20. Ensuring proper Revenue and Treasury Management and reporting.

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Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -

1. Eight (8) years’ work experience four (4) of which must have been in a supervisory role;
2. Bachelor’s degree (KNQF Level 7 or equivalent) in Education, Engineering, Architecture or related field from a recognized university in Kenya;
3. Master’s Degree (KNQF Level 9) in Curriculum development, quality assurance, assessment and examination and higher education from a recognized university in Kenya;
4. Professional qualification and membership where applicable;
5. Management course lasting not less four (4) weeks;
6. Proficiency in computer applications.
7. Fulfil the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution;

Skills and Competencies 

1. Team work and analytical skills;
2. Public Relations skills;
3. Good communication and reporting skills;
4. Interpersonal skills 
5. Integrity

Responsibilities:

Key Duties and Responsibilities;

1. Initiating the development, monitoring, evaluation, reporting and reviewing of regulations, policies and guidelines on accreditation of qualifications; 
2. Initiating the development, monitoring, evaluation, reporting and reviewing regulations, policies and guidelines on registration & accreditation qualifications;
3. Initiating the development of standards, guidelines and tools for qualification accreditation purposes;
4. Coordinate the maintenance of a national data base of qualification accredited in Kenya;
5. Advising institutions and individuals on accreditation of institution;
6. Supervising the planning for and scheduling of site visits to institutions and reporting;
7. Coordinating technical/full inspections and preparation of reports;
8. Supervising the administration of self-evaluation by institutions and reporting; 
9. Recruitment and facilitation for the training of accreditation and registration peer reviewers; 
10. Maintaining a database of accreditation and registration peer reviewers;
11. Maintaining linkage and partnerships with other qualifications bodies;
12. Liaising with education regulatory bodies, curriculum developers, qualifications awarding bodies and other government ministries and agencies;

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Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

For appointment to this grade an officer must have at least;

1. Eight (8) years relevant work experience four (4) of which must have been at supervisory level;
2. Bachelor’s degree (KNQF Level 7 or equivalent) in Education, Economics, Architecture, Engineering, statistics, Social Sciences, Science or related field from a recognized university in Kenya;
3. Master’s Degree (KNQF Level 9) in Curriculum development, quality assurance, assessment and examination, Economics, Statistics, Project Management, Sciences, Social Science, Higher education, Comparative Education or related field from a recognized university in Kenya;
4. Professional qualification and membership where applicable;
5. Management course lasting not less four (4) weeks;
6. Fulfil the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution;
7. Proficiency in computer applications.

Responsibilities:

Key Duties and responsibilities entails;

1. Supervising and conducting alignment and validation of foreign qualifications;
2. Supervising and conducting validation of prior learning; 
3. Developing, monitoring, evaluating, reporting and reviewing regulations, policies, guidelines and tools on alignment and validation; 
4. Planning and scheduling for assessment of application for alignment and validation; 
5. Supervising the recruitment and facilitation for the training of alignment and validation peer reviewers; 
6. Maintaining linkage and partnerships stakeholders; 
7. Liaising with education regulatory bodies, curriculum developers, qualifications awarding bodies and other government ministries and agencies;
8. Guiding, advising and appraising officers under their supervision

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Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

For appointment to this position one must have the following;

1. Four (4) years relevant work experience; 
2. Bachelor’s degree (KNQF Level 7 or equivalent) in Education, Economics, Architecture, Engineering, Statistics, Social Sciences, Science or related field from a recognized university in Kenya; 
3. Supervisory course lasting not less than two (2) weeks; 
4. Fulfil the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution; 
5. Proficiency in computer applications.

Skills and competencies 

1. Team work and analytical skills;
2. Public Relations skills;
3. Good communication and reporting skills;
4. Interpersonal skills

Responsibilities:

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Conducting assessment and evaluating applications for alignment and validation of foreign qualifications;
2. Conducting assessment and evaluating applications for validation of prior learning;
3. Monitoring, evaluating, reporting and initiate reviewing regulations, policies, guidelines and tools on alignment and validation of qualifications;
4. Facilitating the recruitment and facilitation for the training of alignment and validation peer reviewers;
5. Liaising with education regulatory bodies, curriculum developers, qualifications  awarding bodies and other government ministries and agencies on alignment and validation of qualifications;
6. Guiding, advising and appraising officers under their supervision;

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Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

For Appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

1. Bachelor’s degree (KNQF Level 7 or equivalent)  in Education, Engineering, Architecture or related field from a recognized university in Kenya; 
2. Fulfil the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution; 
3. Proficiency in computer applications.

Responsibilities:

Key Duties and Responsibilities;

1. Initiating the development of guidelines and tools for accreditation purposes;
2. Collecting and collating data for the national data base of qualifications awarding institutions accredited in Kenya; 
3. Supporting institutions and individuals on accreditation of qualifications awarding institutions; 
4. Evaluating applications for assessment and drafting the reports; 
5. Processing applications of peer reviewers and facilitators; 
6. Organizing accreditation training and other workshops; 
7. Undertaking technical/full inspections and prepare reports; 
8. Analyzing self-evaluation by institutions and reporting; 
9. Updating the database of accreditation and registration peer reviewers; 
10. Monitoring and reporting on implementation of policies, regulations and guidelines on registration and accreditation; 
11. Monitoring and reporting on implementation of policies, regulations and guidelines on registration & accreditation of qualifications awarding institutions;

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Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

For appointment to this grade an officer must have:

1. Bachelor’s Degree (KNQF Level 7 or equivalent) in any of the following fields: Information Technology, Computer Science, Business IT, Software Engineering, ICT Project Management, Computer Engineering or other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution. 
2. Supervisory Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution. 
3. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Responsibilities:

Key Duties and responsibilities will entail assisting in;

1. Developing documentation of computer programs according to instructions and specifications; 
2. Installing and configuring computer systems and solutions; 
3. Maintaining application systems;
4. providing end user support and training users on effective and efficient use of ICT facilities;
5. Maintaining upto date equipment register; 
6. Installing, configuring and monitoring Local Area Network components; 
7. Administering and managing users in the Active Directory, e-mail server and User applications;
8. Maintaining an up-to-date ICT equipment register and issuance register; ix. Updating and maintaining the Authority’s website; and 
9. Ensuring Business continuity by performing regular data and application backups.

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Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

For appointment to this grade an officer must have:

1. Bachelor’s degree (KNQF Level 7 or equivalent) in Education, Economics, statistics, Project Management, Social Sciences, Science or related field from a recognized university in Kenya; 
2. Fulfil the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution; 
3. Proficiency in computer applications.

Responsibilities:

Key Duties and responsibilities will entail assisting in;

1. Undertaking research on critical issues in KNQA; 
2. Monitoring and evaluating implementation and review of research policies and strategies; 
3. Facilitating Promoting and strengthening research and consultancy within the Authority; 
4. Establish networks with relevant research institutions; 
5. Carrying out research to promote qualification framework and discern trends, merging issues and global best practices in QFs; 
6. Initiating the development policies, strategies and tools for carrying out research and innovation regarding qualification framework in the country;

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Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

For appointment to this grade, a person must have: -

1. Bachelor’s degree (KNQF Level 7 or equivalent)  in Education, Economics, Architecture, Engineering, statistics, Social Sciences, Science or related field from a recognized university in Kenya; 
2. Fulfil the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution; 
3. Proficiency in computer applications.

Responsibilities:

Key Duties and responsibilities 

1. Conducting assessment and evaluating applications for alignment and validation of foreign qualifications; 
2. Conducting assessment and evaluating applications for alignment and validation of prior learning; 
3. Evaluating, reporting and initiate reviewing regulations, policies, guidelines and tools on SEREQ;

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Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

For appointment to this grade an officer must have at least:

1. Bachelor’s Degree (KNQF Level 7 or equivalent) in any of the following fields: Information Technology, Computer Science, Business IT, Software Engineering, ICT Project Management, Computer Engineering or other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution.
2. Supervisory Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution.
3. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Responsibilities:

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Ensuring security of office equipment, documents and records; 
2. Recording dictation in shorthand and transcribing in typewritten form; processing data and managing e-office; 
3. Planning and organizing meetings, workshop/conferences and seminars; operating office equipment; 
4. Responding to correspondences; attending to visitors/clients; handling telephone calls, enquiries and appointments; 
5. Handling protocols and confirming travel itineraries; and managing office petty cash. 
6. Guiding and supervising lower secretarial personnel.

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Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

For appointment to this position one MUST have the following:

1. Bachelor’s Degree (KNQF Level 7 or equivalent)  in Commerce Business Administration, Business Management (Finance option) or other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution. 
2. Proficiency in computer applications and 
3. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Key Competencies and skills 

• Strong communication and reporting skills 
• Strong analytical and numerical skills 
• Strong organization and inter personal skill 
• Mentoring, coaching and leadership skills 
• Professionalism vi. Ethical and integrity 
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills 
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and multi task

Responsibilities:

Key Duties and responsibilities;

1. Assist in the budget making process and during revision of the same 
2. Checking the Vote Book and ensure budgetary controls are in place 
3. Ensures safe custody of accountable documents 
4. Review monthly, quarterly and annual management reports; 
5. Review vote book entries and undertake monthly variance analysis; 
6. Conduct below the line analysis accounts; 
7. Assist in the budget and revised budget preparation as per work plan

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Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

1. Diploma (KNQF Level 6 or equivalent)  in Secretarial Studies or any other equivalent from a recognized institution; 
2. Have passed the following examinations from the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC); 
3. Typewriting III (Minimum 50 w.p.m.)/Computerized document processing III; 
4. Shorthand III (120 w.p.m);
5. Business English III/Communications I; 
6. Office Management III/Office Administration and Management III; 
7. Secretarial Duties II; 
8. Commerce II;
9. Proficiency in computer applications; 
10. Meet the provision of Chapter Six of Constitution.

Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities 

1. Attending to visitors/clients; 
2. Handling telephone calls and enquiries; 
3. Handling customer inquiries and complaints; 
4. Ensuring security of office records, equipment and documents; 
5. Ensuring confidentiality of office information; 
6. Record keeping for correspondences and file movement; 
7. Managing office protocol and etiquette; 
8. Managing petty cash for the respective office; 
9. Maintaining an up to date file movement register; 
10. Coordinating the general administration of the respective department/office; 
11. Coordinating schedule of meetings and appointments for the respective departments/office; 
12. Coordinating travel arrangements for the respective departments/office; 
13. Coordinating appointments and travel itineraries for the Chief Manager; 
14. Preparing responses to simple routine correspondence for the Chief Manger; and 
15. Monitoring procedures for record keeping for correspondences. 
16. Ensuring security, integrity and confidentiality of data; and 
17. Undertaking any other office administrative services duties that may be assigned.

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Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

1. At least served in the grade of Driver for at least four (4) years;
2. At least a mean grade D+ (plus) (KNQF Level 2 or equivalent) in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
3. The Occupational Trade Test II Certificate;
4. Valid driving license free from any current endorsements(s) for classes of the vehicles the driver is required to drive;
5. Certificate of Good Conduct (renewable after two (2) years);
6. First Aid Certificate course lasting not less than one (1) week from St. Johns Ambulance or any other recognized institution; and
7. An accident free driving period of 3 years.
8. Proficiency in computer applications;
9. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution

Responsibilities:

Key Duties and Responsibilities -

1. Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle;
2. Keeping up to date work tickets for vehicles;
3. Cleaning of the assigned motor vehicle;
4. Submitting regular reports on motor vehicle assigned;
5. Reporting any mechanical/accident problems; and
6. Proper mechanical working condition of the vehicle.

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Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

1. At least a mean grade D+ (plus) (KNQF Level 2 or equivalent) in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education or its equivalent from a recognized institution; 
2. Proficiency in English and Kiswahili languages; 
3. Good inter-personal skills; and 
4. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the constitution.

Responsibilities:

Key Duties and Responsibilities -

1. Cleaning offices, machines/ equipment/apparatus; 
2. Collecting and disposing waste; 
3. Dusting offices and ensuring habitable office conditions; 
4. Moving or carrying office equipment, furniture and ensuring orderly arrangement; and dispatching letters. 
5. Arranging for meeting venues professionally and timely; 
6. Keeping inventory of kitchen equipment;

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Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

1. A Minimum of twelve (12) years relevant work experience and at least ten (10) in a senior management role in the Public Service or Private Sector;
2. Bachelor’s Degree (KNQF Level 7 or equivalent) in either Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, ICT, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Human Resource or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
3. Master’s Degree (KNQF Level 9) in any of the following: Commerce, Accounting, Business
4. Administration, Communications, Public Relations, Human Resource or their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
5. Membership and in good standing of a relevant professional body/Institution;
6. Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
7. Proficiency in computer applications; and
8. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution

Key Competencies and skills

1. Analytical skills;
2. Creative and innovative thinking;
3. Mobilization skills;
4. Interpersonal skills;
5. Leadership skills;
6. Negotiation skills;
7.  Ability to networking and building linkages;
8.  Conversant with PFM Act

Responsibilities:

Key Duties and Responsibilities;

1. Overseeing all issues regarding the financing of KNQA activities and advise the Authority on financial planning strategies and policies;
2. Developing and implementing sound financial management policies and procedures;
3. Plan and coordinate timely preparation of annual Work Plans and budget estimates for the Authority;
4. Developing and managing internal controls and compliance;
5. Participating in developing resource mobilization strategies;
6. Overseeing preparation of the final Annual Statement of Accounts in accordance with accounting standards and procedures;
7. Developing and overseeing the implementation of a dynamic corporate strategy that is able to deliver services and results as envisioned in the strategic plan;
8. Ensuring prudent and optimal utilization of Authority funds and Assets;
9. Providing up to date, accurate and prompt management accounts and reports to the management and the Council;
10. Providing oversight to the Authority’s human capital affairs, ensuring that the Authority has the right and sufficient human resource to meet its objectives;
11. Providing oversight for effective records management operations;
12. Participating in the development and review of the Institution’s strategic plan;
13. Reviewing the Corporate Services business plans in line with the overall strategic objectives and government performance contract;
14. Overseeing operations of Human Resources, Administration and Finance & Accounting departments; and
15. Overseeing the implementation of corporate projects.