Ref: DDAA/02/2015
Reporting to the Director Academic Affairs, the Deputy Director will assist in planning, coordination and implementation of training, research and consultancy activities in the Academic Division of the School
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Formulating draft policy guidelines, regulations and procedures for development and management of academic programs
Planning and supervising implementation of academic activities and programs
Directing data collection, analysis and storage ¡n respect of academic activities and programs
Preparing discussion papers for Council and Academic Board meetings
Safekeeping of official records
Coordinating examination and certification process
Coordinating activities required for maintenance of academic standards
Perform other duties assigned by the Director Academic Affairs
Skills and Attributes:
The ideal candidate will have:
the Master’s Degree in Education, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Finance and Accounting or any other relevant social science discipline from a recognized institution (an earned Ph.D. will be an added advantage)
a certified leadership and management course lasting at least four weeks
served in a management position within a training institution for at least five (5) years
membership of a professional organization in good standing
knowledge of laws regarding management in public service and institutions of training
excellent communication and interpersonal skills
initiative and ability to build and work with teams
evidence of fulfillment of the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Kenya Constitution 2010
How to Apply
If you believe your qualifications and career objectives match any of the vacant positions, please submit your application, including detailed curriculum vitae; stating your current position, email address, telephone contacts and the reference number of the advertised position.
Applications should be sent to the address below in both hard and soft copy so as to reach us on or before 8th January 2016.
The Director General
Kenya School of Government
RO. Box 23030-00604
Lower Kabete Road,
Lower Kabete
Nairobi
e-mail: recruitment@ ksg.ac.ke
Minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Canvassing will result in automatic disqualification.