The Kenya National Examinations
Council (KNEC) wishes to recruit a self motivated and qualified professional
for the following vacant position:
Principal Examinations Secretary,
Research
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The Principal Examinations Secretary, Research will be reporting to a Head of Division in Research.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and analyze statistical data
related to examinations and National Assessment and produce examination
research reports as well as ensure quality assurance of KNEC examination
processes for school and post school examination;
- Provide the supervision link and coordinate
specific technical and administrative initiatives in the Department.
Requirements for Appointment:
- Bachelors Degree in Education with
specialization in Mathematics, Economics, Statistics or equivalent from a
recognized institution;
- Masters Degree in Education in Measurement and
Evaluation from a recognized institution;
- Must have served for (3) three years in
similar position and a minimum of fifteen (15) years cumulative experience
handling examinations administration related matters in a reputable
institution;
- Must have attended Senior Management Course
lasting not less than four (4) weeks;
- Must have evidence of being well grounded in
handling examinations administration/assessment/research;
- Must have a minimum grade of C+ and above in
KCSE or equivalent qualifications;
- Must have evidence of knowledge in computer
skills.
Terms of Offer: The Council will offer a competitive remuneration
package commensurate with seniority and responsibilities of the position.
Application Procedure
Interested and suitably qualified
candidates should forward their applications enclosing certified copies of
their academic and professional certificates, detailed curriculum vitae giving
details of day time telephone contact, e-mail addresses, current remuneration
(enclose copy of your latest pay slip), names and valid current contacts of two
referees on or before Friday, October 03, 2014 to:
The Head of Human Resources
Division
The Kenya National Examinations
Council
P O Box 73598 - 00200
Nairobi
Note:
Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted and canvassing will result to automatic disqualification.
All shortlisted candidates will be subjected
to a psychometric test to be administered by the Council.
KNEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and people with Disability are encouraged to apply.