22 Oct 2024

Research and Quality Assurance Officer, Knec Grade 7 (3 Posts) at Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC)

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Job Description

The Kenya National Examinations Council (also referred to as KNEC or the Council) was established in 1980 under the Kenya National Examinations Council Act Cap 225A of the Laws of Kenya. This Act (Cap 225A of 1980) was repealed in 2012 and replaced with KNEC Act No. 29 of 2012. KNEC was established to take over the functions previously undertaken by the d…

Research and Quality Assurance Officer, Knec Grade 7 (3 Posts)

The job holder is responsible for performing defined research tasks, liaise with field officers during field activities, monitoring, and evaluating the impact of assessment/ research programmes.
Job Description

  • The duties and responsibilities will entail:
  • Identifying problems/areas for possible research;
  • Drafting proposals for research studies and quality assurance of assessment process;
  • Inducting personnel to be involved in the various activities of research studies;
  • Development of instruments for data collection;
  • Validation of instruments and compiling validation reports;
  • Participating in data collection, entry, and analysis;
  • Report writing and dissemination of findings and recommendations to stakeholders;
  • Carrying out quality checks of Council processes, procedures and products.

Qualification and Experience

  • For appointment to this grade, an applicant must have:
  • Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Education, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Planning, Project Management, or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
  • Proficiency in computer applications;
  • Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Key Competencies, Skills, and Attitudes

  • Integrity;
  • Planning skills;
  • Analytical skills;
  • Communication and reporting skills;
  • Interpersonal skills;
  • Team player.


Method of Application

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
NOTES:
  • The Council will only contact the shortlisted candidates and canvassing will result in automatic disqualification;
  • Successful applicants offered employment will be required to submit clearance under Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya;
  • KNEC Grade 3 positions are on 5-year contract terms of service and renewal is subject to performance;
  • KNEC is an equal opportunity employer and People Living with Disability, and female candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Closing Date : 5 November. 2024





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