Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, September 14, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Director, Natural Sciences Programme

Job Reference Number: KNCU/22/2022

Purpose of the Job
The Director, Natural Science is responsible for coordinating the promotion of science for peace and sustainable development in line with UNESCO recommendations and to provide secretariat services to Natural Sciences Programme and Experts Committee.

Remuneration
Gross pay Ksh. 260,336.00 - 331,937.00
Leave allowance –30% Basic Salary
Medical Allowance – As per KNATCOM Medical Scheme
Group Life & Accident Cover - As per KNATCOM Medical Scheme
Terms Five-year Contract Renewable (subject to satisfactory performance), with Gratuity

Job Description

The Director Natural Sciences Programme is responsible for the following functions:
• promote involvement in UNESCO’s activities the relevant line ministries, departments, agencies, organizations and individuals dealing in Natural Sciences;
• ensure implementation of UNESCO natural Sciences activities and budgeted programmes;
• promote linkages between UNESCO and; Government Ministries, Departments, Counties and State agencies, UNESCO Agencies, Civil Society, and the private sector concerned with Natural Science;
• co-ordinate participation in international meetings on Natural Sciences;
• promote dissemination of information on UNESCO prizes and awards to potential candidates and ensure their participation;

Duties and responsibilities will entail:
• providing technical support in the development of natural sciences policies;
• developing regular briefs and prompt communication on the section issues;
• developing budgets for the natural sciences programme;
• developing budget and work plans for the implementation of natural sciences programme activities within a given financial year;
• developing natural sciences reports and publications for dissemination;
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
• Minimum of twelve (12) years relevant work experience, four (4) of which must have been in management level;
• Minimum of Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences from a recognized institution;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Sciences from a recognized institution;
• management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• proficiency in computer applications; and
• shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance;


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 144

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

Interested and qualified? Go to Kenya National Commission for UNESCO on unesco.go.ke to apply


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