Planning Officer

The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) is a State corporation established through an Act of Parliament (CAP 225A, Laws of Kenya), which was repealed by the Kenya National Examinations Council Act No. 29 of 2012, to conduct school and post-school examinations and assessments within Kenya as it may consider desirable in the public interest and to award certificates or diplomas to successful candidates in such examinations. The Council invites competent, self-motivated and qualified professionals to fill the following vacant positions:

PLANNING OFFICER, KNEC GRADE 7 (1 POST)

Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:

(i) Assisting in development and monitoring of the Council Work plan and budget tracking;
(ii) Writing and submitting reports on specific assignments;
(iii) Providing economic planning data;
(iv) Assisting in compiling performance contract reports from the departments and keeping records on performance contract targets;
(v) Participating in the implementation of the preparation of strategic plan;
(vi) Researching on topical areas as may be directed within the department.

Qualification and Experience

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

1. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Public Policy/Administration, Strategic Management or other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
2. Proficiency in Computer Application skills;
3. Fulfillment of the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Key Competencies, Skills, and Attitudes

(i) Integrity;
(ii) Planning and Analytical skills;
(iii) Analytical skills;
(iv) Communication and reporting skills;
(v) Interpersonal skills.