Job Summary
Applications are invited from qualified persons for the positions shown below.
Minimum Qualification:Bachelor
Experience Level:Management level
Experience Length:10 years
Job Description
The Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) was set up in 2015 as set out in the Kenya National Qualifications Framework (KNQF) act no. 22 of 2014 (and KNQF Regulations, 2018) to coordinate and harmonize the various levels of education; and to create a database of all qualifications in the country.
Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications on or before24th September, 2020 (at 5pm)both electronically **********nd hard copies send to: -
The Director General
Kenya National Qualifications Authority
Uchumi House,6th Floor, Aga Khan Walk
P.O Box 72635-00200,
Nairobi, Kenya
Phone: +254-020-2100272
1. Deputy Director Learners Record Database,
KNQA GRADE 3 - ONE (1) POST. REF. NO –KNQA /NO. 1/2020
Basic Salary Scale (KSH)
Ksh 115,599- Ksh 187,767 pm
Leave Entitlement
30 Days per financial year
Terms of Service
Permanent and Pensionable
For appointment to this grade an officer must have at least:
i) Ten (10) years working relevant work experience eight (8) of which must have been in management;
ii) Bachelor’s Degree (KNQF Level 7 or equivalent) in any of the following disciplines: - Information Technology, Computer Science, Business IT, Software Engineering, ICT Project Management, Computer Engineering or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
iii) Master’s Degree (KNQF Level 9 or equivalent) in any of the following disciplines: - Information Technology, Computer Science, Business IT, Software Engineering, ICT Project Management, Computer Engineering, MIS, Data Security and Integrity, Data Analysis or related field from a recognized university in Kenya;
iv) Doctorate (KNQF Level 10 or equivalent) in MIS, Data Security and Integrity, Data Analysis or related field from a recognized university in Kenya is an added advantage;
v) Member of an ICT professional body;
vi) Project Management Certification such as PRINCE2, PMP or other equivalent qualifications;
vii) Experience in developing and maintaining Learners Record database;
viii) IT management certification such as CompTIA Project+, CAPM, CGEIT, CSM,
ix) CISSP, COBIT or other equivalent qualifications;
x) Information Security certification such as CISM, CEH, CompTIA Security+, CISSP, GSEC or other equivalent qualifications;
xi) Professional certification such as CCNP, CDCP, CCNA Cloud, CCNA Industrial/IoT, CCNA, MCSE, MCSA, MCSD, N+, A+ OCA, CISSP, Linux+, Network+, Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) or their equivalent;
xii) Attended a Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution; and
xiii) Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
i) Developing, implementing, and maintaining of systems;
ii) Carrying out systems analysis, design and programmer specifications in liaison with users;
iii) Ensuring adherence to established database standards;
iv) Compiling overall systems documentation;
v) Supervising installation certification, repairs and maintenance of database equipment, solutions and associated peripherals;
vi) Recommending and supervising Hardware/Software specifications for database equipment;
vii) Administering and maintaining web-based systems and database server’s configuration;
viii) Documenting KNQA network configurations and passwords of critical systems;
ix) Undertake risk management and Business continuity;
x) Maintaining Systems Security and Databases;
xi) Enforcing implementation of database policies and procedures;
xii) Assisting in LRD Planning, Budgeting, Project Management and Reporting;
xiii) Management of outsourced LRD services and service providers; and
xiv) Development and maintenance of the Authority’s intranet.
How to Apply
Detailed job descriptions and specifications for the above positions are available at:www.knqa.go.ke
If you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the above specified criteria for any of the above positions, submit (both electronically and hard copies) of your cover letter, together with copies of your academic and professional certificates, testimonials and your updated detailed Curriculum Vitae, including other things your current position, current remuneration, email and telephone contacts of three (3) referees who are familiar with your qualifications and/or work experience.
Scan and send your application electronically as a one pdf attachment/document with ‘POSITION APPLIED FOR’ as the subject line. The hard copies should be marked with ‘POSITION APPLIED FOR’ on top of the envelope.
Please note:
i) It is an offense to include false/incorrect information in the application. Any incorrect/misleading information may lead to disqualification/legal action;
ii) Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification;
iii) KNQA is an equal employer therefore people with disabilities, the marginalized and minorities are encouraged to apply;
iv) Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.
v) Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce the originals of their national ID/ passport, academic and professional certificates, transcripts, testimonials and current compliance certificates for the requirements of chapter six of the Kenyan constitution during interview.
Your applicationMUSTbe received not later than24th September, 2020 at 5.00 pm.
