KIE Senior Deputy Director (Curriculum and Research Services) and TIVET Assistant Director Jobs in Kenya

The Kenya Institute of Education (KIE) wishes to recruit qualified professionals for various vacant positions as outlined below:

Senior Deputy Director (Curriculum and Research Services)
Scale KIE 15 (1 Post)

Senior Deputy Director, Curriculum and Research Services (SDDCRS) will be answerable to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) on matters of curriculum development and research.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Formulating, implementing and reviewing plans, objectives and strategies related to curriculum development and research including mobilization of resources;
• Coordinating research and directing development of relevant and quality curriculum and curriculum support materials;
• Liaising with stakeholders to ensure standards in curricula offered in learning institutions;
• Ensuring effective orientation of curriculum implementers and;
• Coordinating monitoring and review of the curriculum on a continuous basis.

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade an officer must be:

• A holder of at least a Masters Degree in Education or related field with a relevant working experience at the level of Deputy Director KIE scale 14 or in comparable and relevant position for at least three(3) years;
• Knowledgeable in national and international trends in development of curriculum, curriculum support materials and research.

Assistant Director, Technical Industrial, Vocational, Entrepreneurship Training (TIVET)
Scale 12
One (1) Post

The Assistant Director TIVET will be in charge of Engineering Section (Mechanical).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate the development of relevant and quality curriculum and curriculum support materials;
• Initiate and participate in curriculum orientation activities;
• Coordinate activities of subject and course panels and;
• Initiate research, monitoring and evaluation activities.

Requirement for Appointment

A Masters degree in Technical, Industrial, Vocational or Entrepreneurship studies or related field from a recognized institution and at least three (3) years working experience in a TIVET area at KIE Scale 11 or in a comparable position.

Applicants with a Bachelors degree in Education or its equivalence in technical/industrial/entrepreneurship or related field with at least six (6) years relevant working experience, three (3) of which must have been at KIE Scale 11 or comparable position.

Demonstrated professional competence in curriculum development in TIVET or related areas.

Those whose specialization is in Mechanical Engineering; or Water Engineering; or Electrical Engineering; or Surveying and Mapping are encouraged to apply.

Applicants who are innovative, team players and have working knowledge of ICTs are encouraged to apply.

All applicants should forward copies of their applications, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, up-to-date curriculum vitae and ID cards to

The Director/Chief Executive,
Kenya Institute of Education,
P.O. Box 30231-00100
Nairobi

or info@kie.ac.ke to reach on or before 16th May 2011.

All applicants should give full details of their address including mobile telephone numbers as well as names and addresses of two referees.

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SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR

Date Placed	2010-05-12 09:05:56
Job Title	SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR
Profession	Accountant
Level of Employment	Senior Management
Category	Accountancy
Institution	Kenya Education Staff Institute
Sector	Private Sector
Country of placement	Kenya	Town/City	Nairobi Province
Deadline	02/06/2010

Description

The Kenya Education Staff Institute (KESI) is a semi-autonomous capacity building government agency of the Ministry of Education.

The main duties and responsibilities will include:
• Ensuring that all the institution’s systems and process are efficient;
• Internal control systems are adequate; and that assets are efficiently utilized and safeguarded
• Auditing the books of accounts; and all payments vouchers for all financial obligations before funds are released for payments; and
• Preparing annual reports;
• Ensuring maintenance of high audit standards within the department and adherence to plans, budgets and work schedules, ensuring compliance with existing regulation, instructions and procedures in financial and other operation;
• Formulating and implementing annual audit plans
• Guiding the external auditors
For appointment to this position, a candidate must have:
• Bachelor of Commerce degree (Accounting /Finance option)
• Certified Public Accountant Part II Examination; CPA III will be an added advantage
• Served as Auditor or a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or private sector for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Membership of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) or Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK)
• Demonstrate outstanding professional competence, leadership qualities and high integrity
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Applicants are invited from qualified candidates for the positions shown below. Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications to:
The Director
Kenya Education Staff Institute


Dr. Wanjiru Kariuki
The Director
Kenya Education Staff Institute

Qualification
Undergraduate

Application and employer's details

Company Name	Kenya Education Staff Institute
Address	P.O. Box 62592-00200 NAIROBI

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Date Placed	2010-05-12 09:05:09
Job Title	SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Profession	Accountant
Level of Employment	Senior Management
Category	Accountancy
Institution	Kenya Education Staff Institute
Sector	Private Sector
Country of placement	Kenya	Town/City	Nairobi Province
Deadline	02/06/2010

Description

The Kenya Education Staff Institute (KESI) is a semi-autonomous capacity building government agency of the Ministry of Education

The main responsibilities will include:
• Coordinates the preparation of the KESI annual budget and monitor performance against the approval budget;
• Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements;
• Preparation of monthly staff payrolls, cash flows, Trial Balance, Bank Reconciliation, Statutory deductions and Tax returns;
• Assist in donor grant and project management;
• Oversee the effective maintenance of the Fixed Asset Register;
• Managing finances and procurement functions;
• Ensuring adherence to appropriate accounting systems;
• Interpreting financial/accounting policies, procedure, standard rules and regulations;
• Ensuring timely preparation of financial statements and accounts;
• Dealing with audit queries;
• Maintaining the Vote Book;
• Verifying the payroll;
• Preparing Financial Management Accounts and Statutory Reports.
For appointment to this position, a candidate must have
• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Business Administration (Accounting Option)from a recognized institution or any other relevant equivalent qualification
• A qualified accountant with CPA II, ACCA or equivalent professional qualifications;
• Progressive work experience as Senior Accountant or equivalent position in a public/private institution for at least 3 years;
• Good understanding and experience in all aspects of accounting and financial management, including management of donor funds
• Exposure to computerized financial systems and experience in public sector accounting;
• Be a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (ICPAK)

Applicants are invited from qualified candidates for the positions shown below. Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications to:
The Director
Kenya Education Staff Institute



Qualification
Undergraduate

Application and employer's details

Company Name	Kenya Education Staff Institute
Address	P.O. Box 62592-00200 NAIROBI