KNEC Manuscripts Deputy Secretary Job in Kenya

The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) wishes to recruit a self motivated and qualified professional for the following vacant position:

Deputy Secretary, Manuscripts
 

KNEC Scale EC 14

One Post

The Deputy Secretary will be reporting to the Senior Deputy Secretary, Printing & Manuscripts Department and will head a Division.
 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate Senior Manuscripts Secretaries in the production of question papers through various technical processes;
• Supervise and coordinate activities pertaining to storage and retrieval of examination materials;
• Maintain proper records of question papers;
• Supervise capture and banking of pre-tested items received in the Division; and
• Co-ordinate regular auditing of received question papers in the Division.

Requirements for Appointment:

• Bachelors degree in Education in Secretarial or Business Studies from a recognized institution;
• OR Bachelors Degree in a relevant discipline with Post Graduate Diploma in Secretarial Studies and a Post Graduate Diploma in Education;
• Masters Degree in Education or an equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Served in a similar position for 3 (three) years but with relevant cumulative working experience of at least eighteen (18) years in a large and reputable organization;
• Must have attended Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized Institution;
• Must have a minimum grade of C+ and above in KCSE or equivalent qualifications;
• Evidence of proficiency and knowledge in Computer Applications.

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.