Job Opportunities: Assistant director, Vocational education and training; Requirements, Application, Salary

For appointment to this grade an officer must have

•  served for a minimum period of nine (9) years and currently serving in the grade of Senior Vocational and Technical Training Officer, CSG 9 and above or in a comparable and relevant position in the wider public service;
• a Bachelors degree in either Education or Education Technology from a university recognized in Kenya;

OR

a Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines – Pure/Applied Sciences, Home Economics, Agriculture Economics, Entrepreneurship, Computer Science, Engineering, Building Sciences, Petroleum Studies, Geophysical Sciences, Information and Communications Technology, Textiles/Clothing Technology, Hospitality Management, Business Administration/Management or equivalent and relevant qualifications from a university recognized in Kenya plus a Post Graduate Diploma/Diploma in Education from a recognized institution; and

• shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities at this level will entail:

1.  organizing stakeholders for curriculum design;
2. development, implementation, examination and certification in conjunction with relevant bodies;
3. organizing stakeholders forums for collaborations, linkages and partnerships developing memorandum of understanding and agreements with County Governments and other stakeholders;
4. undertaking research in vocational skills training;
5. monitoring and evaluating development partner projects;
6. creating linkages with the industry to promote apprenticeship and internship in vocational training;
7. coordinating vocational training centers;
8. participating in exhibitions and trade fairs; and
9. disseminating information on outreach programmes in liaison with County Government.