Deputy Director, Planning and Strategy, Knec Grade 3 (1 Post)

NairobiKE

Full-time

Bachelor

8 days ago10/22/202411/21/2024

- Accepting Applications

The Deputy Director Planning and Strategy provides managerial leadership on corporate strategy, corporate planning services, policy coordination, risk analysis and data management and performance management in the Council.
Job Description

  • The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:
  • Coordinating the development of the Council’s strategic plan and monitoring its implementation;
  • Conducting effective monitoring and evaluation within the Council to ensure the achievement of its mandate;
  • Spearheading the development and review of policies within the Council and evaluating their effectiveness;
  • Coordinating impact assessment of the Council’s strategic decisions and coordinating report preparation;
  • Coordinating strategic collaborations and partnerships with stakeholders on plans and strategies;
  • Coordinating the preparation and implementation of the Council’s performance contract;
  • Conducting inquiries, studies, and research on matters relating to strategy within the education sector;
  • Coordinating the development of the Council’s annual work plans and resource needs and prioritizing its activities;
  • Coordinating policy advocacy initiatives and development of plans within the education sector;
  • Providing technical advice during the preparation of education sector plans;
  • Coordinating linkage between sector plans and Council strategy;

Qualification and Experience

  • For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
  • At least twelve (12) years of cumulative relevant work experience, five (5) of which should have been served at management level;
  • Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Economics, Statistics, Mathematics,
  • Public Policy/Administration, Project Management, or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
  • Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Economics, Statistics, Mathematics,
  • Public Policy/Administration, Strategic Management, or other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
  • Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
  • Proficiency in computer applications;
  • Demonstrated merit in work performance;
  • Membership to a professional body;
  • Fulfillment of the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Key Competencies, Skills, and Attitudes

  • Integrity;
  • Planning, problem-solving, and analytical skills;
  • Communication and reporting skills;
  • Managerial skills and ability to lead teams;
  • Mentoring, coaching, and leadership skills;
  • Attention to detail;
  • Interpersonal and negotiation skills.

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