Job Reference Number: KNCU/29/2022

Remuneration 

• Gross pay Ksh. 192,896.00 – 243,465.00
• Leave allowance –30% Basic Salary
• Medical Allowance – As per KNATCOM Medical Scheme
• Group Life & Accident Cover - As per KNATCOM Medical Scheme
• Terms Permanent and Pensionable

Purpose of the Job 

The Principal Officer, Resource Mobilization is responsible for developing and implementation of partnership and resource mobilization strategy.

Remuneration 

• Gross pay Ksh. 192,896.00 – 243,465.00
• Leave allowance –30% Basic Salary
• Medical Allowance – As per KNATCOM Medical Scheme
• Group Life & Accident Cover - As per KNATCOM Medical Scheme
• Terms Permanent and Pensionable

Job Description

The Principal Officer, Resource Mobilization is responsible for the following functions:

• develop and implement partnership and resource mobilization strategies for the Commission;
• map and engage strategic partners in UNESCO’s areas of competence;
• coordinate and manage existing partnership to enhance effectiveness and efficiency;
• develop and manage MOUs between the Commission and strategic partners;
• coordinate cross-programme partnership for realization of synergy;
• develop and manage financial tracking and reporting on partnership activities;
• conduct analysis of potential partners for networking and liaison with key in- country and international development partners;
• provide support to programme based partnerships and resource mobilisation initiatives
• coordinate establishment of proposal development working groups with representatives from key partners and within the Commission; and
• initiate and negotiate for strategic partnerships on the UNESCO five areas of competence.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities entail assisting in:

• providing technical support in the development, implementation and monitoring of partnerships and resources mobilization strategy;
• providing data and information for mobilizing funds from local and international partners;
• collecting data and information for research on potential partners on UNESCO areas of competence;
• mapping and maintaining a database of strategic partners to facilitate effective management;
• identifying and facilitating co-financing opportunities with partner organizations;
• providing data and information for developing annual work plans based on the approved strategy;
• providing data and information for developing webbased resource mobilization for support of programme activities;
• assisting in the preparation of funding proposals and follow up activities;
• organizing engagements for partnership building between the commission and potential partners;
• providing logistical support for building capacity of programme staff on resource mobilization and establishment of effective partnerships;
• gathering data and information for selection and nomination of UNESCO prizes, fellowships and awards; and
• Any other duties as may be assigned

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Minimum of eight (8) years relevant work experience, three of which must have been in a supervisory role;
• A minimum of Master’s Degree in Education, Natural Sciences, Environmental sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, Cultural studies, Anthropology, Communication, Journalism, Economics or a related field from a recognized
• university;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Natural Sciences, Environmental sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, Cultural studies, Anthropology, Communication, Journalism, Economics or a related field from a recognized university;
• 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

Job Reference Number: KNCU/28/2022

Remuneration 

• Gross pay Ksh. 192,896.00 – 243,465.00
• Leave allowance –30% Basic Salary
• Medical Allowance – As per KNATCOM Medical Scheme
• Group Life & Accident Cover - As per KNATCOM Medical Scheme
• Terms Permanent and Pensionable

Job Description

The Officer, Planning is responsible for assisting in the following functions:

• initiate the development of the Commission’s corporate long and short-term strategies and monitor the implementation;
• coordinate and monitor the implementation of the Strategic Plan;
• monitor and evaluate budget implementation;
• develop and review policies and procedures on planning and quality assurance;
• develop and report on the implementation of the Commission’s annual work plans;
• identify resource needs and prioritize the Commission’s
• performance contract management;
• risk management and coordination;
• identify, develop and manage the Commission’s innovation framework;
• manage the Commission’s intellectual property framework;
• oversee quality management in line with established systems and procedures including Quality Management Systems and ISO requirements to achieve goals,
• objectives and work standards;
• monitor and evaluate the Commission’s projects; and
• manage business process reengineering initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities will entail:

• developing the Commission’s corporate long and short term corporate strategies;
• preparing a gap analysis report on the implementation of the Commission’s strategic policies;
• monitoring and evaluating the Commission’s programmes and projects;
• monitoring and reporting on the implementation of performance contracting Guidelines in Programmes and Departments;
• preparing assessment reports on the strengths and weakness of policy options; policy recommendations;
• preparing the Commission’s Annual work plans;
• developing and reviewing the Commission’s internal policies, regulations and Guidelines;

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a person must have:

• A minimum of a Master’s Degree in any of the following fields Economics, Statistics or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields Economics, Statistics or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• at least eight (8) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been in a supervisory role; and
• a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution; and
• proficiency in computer applications

Job Reference Number: KNCU/27/2022

Purpose of the Job 

The Principal Supply Chain Management officer assists the Commission to achieve its strategic goals through implementation of efficient and effective systems of acquisition of goods, works and services, as well as disposal of assets.

Remuneration 

• Gross pay Ksh. 192,896.00 – 243,465.00
• Leave allowance –30% Basic Salary
• Medical Allowance – As per KNATCOM Medical Scheme
• Group Life & Accident Cover - As per KNATCOM Medical Scheme
• Terms Permanent and Pensionable

Job Description

The Principal Supply Chain Management Officer is responsible of the following functions:

• provide advisory/professional opinion on procurement matters to the Accounting Officer (Secretary General/CEO) to ensure compliance with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act 2015;
• co-ordinate the preparation and implementation of the Annual Procurement Plan;
• maintain and continually update the list of registered suppliers;
• prepare, publish and distribute procurement and disposal opportunities;
• co-ordinate receiving, opening and evaluation of Quotations, Bids, Tenders, Proposals and Expressions of Interest;
• carry out procurement and disposal activities in accordance with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act 2015 and KNATCOM Procurement Manual and Policies;
• review and maintain records of purchased goods, works and services, including costs, deliveries and inventories;
• undertake market surveys;
• monitor contract management;
• maintain optimal stock levels and carry out quarterly and annual stock take; and
• provide secretariat services to the procurement committees which may be constituted by the Secretary General/CEO.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities will entail:

• developing and coordinating the preparation of annual procurement and disposal plans and their implementation;
• coordinating procurement and disposal activities in the Commission;
• preparing contract documents for goods, works and services;
• custodian of contract documents;
• liaising with the user department to ensure effective implementation of contracts for goods, works and services;
• providing secretariat to committees’ incidental to procurement of goods and services, and disposal of assets;
• coordinating disposal of assets activities;
• preparing statutory reports to relevant authorities;
• reviewing procurement needs of the Commission; and
• any other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• A minimum of a Master’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Commerce or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• A minimum of eight (8) years relevant work experience in public or private, three (3) of which must have been at a supervisory level;
• have a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• membership of professional body, either KISM or CIPS; and
• proficiency in computer applications. 

Job Reference Number: KNCU/26/2022

Purpose of the Job 

The Principal Office Administrator is responsible for ensuring appropriate reception of visitors and facilitating communication into and out of the Commission, taking care of a given office in terms of making appointments and dealing with enquiries; receiving and attending to visitors; handling correspondence, office documents and equipment; recording dictation in shorthand, drafting and operating computers, photocopying and undertaking routine office duties; and ensuring security of office documents and equipment.

Remuneration 

• Gross pay Ksh. 192,896.00 – 243,465.00
• Leave allowance –30% Basic Salary
• Medical Allowance – As per KNATCOM Medical Scheme
• Group Life & Accident Cover - As per KNATCOM Medical Scheme
• Terms Permanent and Pensionable

Job Description

The Principal Office administrator is responsible for the following functions:

• carry out office administration and handling enquiries;
• receive and attending to clients;
• operate office machines;
• handle office petty cash and ensuring security of office documents, records and secretarial equipment.
• record dictation in shorthand; typing, processing data and reprography;
• reserve appointments and maintaining office diary;
• handle correspondences, telephone calls, office documents and equipment;
• plan and organizing meetings, workshop/conferences and seminars;
• deal with protocols and travel itineraries; and
• ensuring good office layout;

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities will entail:

• carrying out office administration and handling of enquiries;
• receiving and attending to clients;
• operating office equipment;
• handling office petty cash and ensuring security of office documents, records and secretarial equipment;
• recording dictation in shorthand; typing, processing data and reprography;
• reserving appointments and maintaining office diary;
• handling correspondences, telephone calls, office documents and equipment;
• planning and organizing meetings, workshop/conferences and seminars; and
• dealing with protocols and travel itineraries; ensuring good office layout; and
• any other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an Officer must:

• a minimum period of eight (8) years in relevant work experience and at least three (3) years in supervisory role in a position in the public service or private sector;
• a minimum of Master’s Degree in Social Sciences or Business Administration from a recognized Institution;
• Bachelor’s Degree in secretarial studies or any other equivalent from a recognized institution; or Bachelor’s’ Degree in Social Sciences plus a Diploma in Secretarial Studies from a recognized institution or business education single and group
• certificates (BES & GC) stages i, ii and iii from the Kenya national examinations council;
• management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• proficiency in computer applications;
• demonstrated results in management of office and administrative services;
• good communication skills; and

Job Reference Number: KNCU/25/2022

Purpose of the Job 

The Principal Corporate Communication is responsible for leading the development and implementation of Corporate Communication strategy

Remuneration Gross

• pay Ksh. 192,896.00 – 243,465.00
• Leave allowance –30% Basic Salary
• Medical Allowance - As per KNATCOM Medical Scheme
• Group Life & Accident Cover - As per KNATCOM Medical Scheme
• Terms Permanent and Pensionable

Job Description

The Principal Corporate Communication Officer is responsible for the following functions:

• incorporating online tools and in-person networking to create relationships and ultimately build the Commission’s brand, both online and off line;
• writing blog posts, articles, newsletters, communications materials, and material for social media channels;
• marketing through social media– creating, managing and growing the Commission’s presence through blogs, Twitter, Facebook, and other strategically relevant online properties;
• planning event– attending industry events and planning meet ups for KNATCOM’s leadership;
• managing incoming media requests and building relationships with industry
• journalists; creating, executing and measuring media campaigns;
• supporting customer – collecting reports, and forwarding clients feedbacks to the management;
• managing any online feedback forums;
• implementing strategic communications plans and to provide local market
• insight for the authorities public-facing communications;
• analysing– Using Google Analytics and other measurement tools to provide reports on metrics, and continually find ways to improve on those metrics through testing and new initiatives;
• working with journalists, media producers, editors and strategic influencers;
• gathering information on programmes and significant events in a specific KNATCOM Cluster area;
• scheduling media interviews; and
• developing media plans, distribute and follow up media releases, book interviews and respond to media request.

Duties and responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities will entail:

• responding to all queries in respect of KNATCOM from general public, media, special interest groups etc;
• iensuring that collaterals for KNATCOM functions and other forms of communications by the Commission are prepared and issued in line with KNATCOM brand Guidelines and are aligned with overall communications strategy;
• collecting, receiving and communicating information that may inform KNATCOM strategic direction;
• preparing and submitting weekly, monthly and periodic reports within schedule and up to standard;
• distributing press releases and media kits;
• drafting in-house stories and publications such as the KNATCOM’s magazine (Jarida), brochures, flyers, notices and advertisements;
• maintaining and regularly update data base and mailing list of all stakeholders;
• preparing public relations materials to be used in various departmental events
• maintaining media database;
• monitoring the press on pertinent Commission issue

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade an officer must have at least

• a minimum period of eight (8) years in relevant work experience and at least three (3) years in supervisory role in a position in the public service or private sector;
• a minimum of a Master’s Degree in any of the following ; Public relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing or any other equivalent qualifications from a
• recognized institution;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any the following; Public relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing or any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• minimum KCSE C+ (plus) or its equivalent;
• professional qualification and membership to a professional body;

Job Reference Number: KNCU/24/2022

Purpose of the Job 

The Manager, Internal Audit & Risk Assurance is responsible for providing independent, objective assurance and consulting activity aimed at adding value and improving the operations of the Board. In addition, he/she will
assist the Board accomplish its strategic objectives by effecting a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes.

Remuneration 

• Gross pay Ksh. 235,789.00 - 305,522.00
• Leave allowance –30% Basic Salary
• Medical Allowance – As per KNATCOM Medical Scheme
• Group Life & Accident Cover - As per KNATCOM Medical Scheme
• Terms Permanent and Pensionable

Job Description

The Manager, Internal audit and Risk Assurance are responsible for the following functions:

• provide secretariat to the Board Audit and Risk Management committee.
• prepare Board papers for the Board Audit and Risk Management committee.
• participate in the formulation and review of the Commission’s Strategic Plan.
• provide independent and objective assurance and consulting activity of the Commission’s operations to the Board on the overall adequacy and effectiveness of Commission’s arrangement for governance, risk management, and internal controls and their impact on the operations of the organization.
• formulate, continuously review and monitor the implementation of the Audit and Risk Management Charter.
• prepare and issue internal audit reports to Board.
• Formulate, implement and continuously review the Commission’s Internal Audit
• Function Strategy, Charter, Policy and operational procedures.
• set up and implement systems in accordance with auditing standards

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities will entail:

• providing secretarial services to the Board Audit and Risk Committee and in preparation of Board papers in regards to audit matters;
• providing independent and objective assurance and consulting activity of the Commission’s operations to the Board Audit & Risk Committee and CEO on the overall adequacy and effectiveness of Commission’s arrangement for governance, risk management, and internal controls and their impact on the operations of the
• organization;
• preparing and submitting audit reports including audit recommendations to the Director, Internal audit and Risk Assurance for review;
• providing effective leadership to the audit team and spearhead risk assessment of the department;
• formulating, implementing and continuous reviewing the Commission’s Internal
• Audit Function Strategy, Charter, Policy and operational procedures;
• interpreting prevailing policies for sound auditing principles and control;

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• a minimum period administrator of ten (10) years relevant work experience, three (4) of which must have been at a managerial role in the Public or Private Sector;
• minimum of Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (Finance and Accounting option) or relevant field from a recognized university;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (Finance and Accounting option) or relevant field from a recognized university;
• Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (K) or its equivalent qualification;
• be a registered member of ICPAK in good standing or Institute of Internal
• Auditor (IIA), or Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA);
• be proficient in computer application skill;
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results

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

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;

Job Reference Number: KNCU/21/2022

Purpose of the Job 

The Director Communication and &Information Programme is responsible for coordination and promotion of freedom of expression, media development and access to information and Knowledge in line with UNESCO recommendations and to provide secretariat services to Communication and Information 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 Communication and Information Programme is responsible for the following functions:

• promote involvement in UNESCO’s activities the relevant line ministries, departments, agencies, organizations and individuals dealing in Communication and Information;
• ensure implementation of KNATCOM Communication and Information 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
• communication and information;
• co-ordinate participation in international meetings on Communication and Information;
• promote dissemination of information on UNESCO prizes and awards to potential candidates and ensure their participation

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities will entail:

• providing technical support in the development of communication and information policies;
• developing regular briefs and prompt communication on the section issues;
• developing budgets for the communication and information programme;
• developing budget and work plans for the implementation of communication and information programme activities within a given financial year;
• developing communication and information reports and publications for dissemination;
• ensuring accurate and appropriate reporting of UNESCO related activities in Kenya for dissemination to relevant stakeholders;
• undertaking capacity building in communication and information sector;

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Minimum twelve (12) years relevant work experience, four (4) of which must have been in management level;
• A Minimum Master’s Degree in of the following fields ; Communication, Arts, Social Sciences, Journalism or Media Studies from a recognized institution;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields; Communication, Arts, Social Sciences, Journalism or Media Studies from a recognized institution;
• management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• proficiency in computer applications;
• shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance;

Job Reference Number: KNCU/20/2022

Purpose of the Job 

The Director, Culture Programme is responsible for coordination of the protection, safeguarding, preservation and conservation of heritage and creativity in line with UNESCO recommendations and to provide
secretariat services to Culture 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, Culture Programme is responsible for the following functions:

• promote involvement in UNESCO’s activities the relevant line ministries, departments, agencies, organizations and individuals dealing in Culture;
• ensure implementation of KNATCOM Culture 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 culture;
• co-ordinate participation in international meetings on Culture;
• promote dissemination of information on UNESCO prizes and awards to potential candidates and ensure their participation; 

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities will entail:

• providing technical support in the development of culture policies;
• developing regular briefs and prompt communication on the section issues;
• developing budgets for the culture programme;
• developing budget and work plans for the implementation of culture programme activities within a given financial year;
• developing culture reports and publications for dissemination;

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Minimum twelve (12) years relevant work experience, four (4) of which must have been in management level;
• Minimum Master of Arts Degree in Anthropology, Cultural Studies, Heritage Studies, Arts, Sociology or a related field from a recognized University;
• Bachelor of Arts Degree in Anthropology, Cultural Studies, Heritage Studies, Arts, Sociology or a related field from a recognized University;
• management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• proficiency in computer applications;
• shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance.

Job Reference Number: KNCU/19/2022

Purpose of the Job

The Corporation Secretary and Director Legal Services shall assist the secretary to the Board in the provision of Board’s Secretariat services and Management on Legal and Governance matters.

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 Office of the Corporation Secretary and Director Legal Services is responsible for following functions:

• provide guidance to the Board on their duties and responsibilities and on matters of governance;
• assist the Board in carrying out; Board induction and training, Updating the Board and Committee charters, Preparation of Board work plans, Board evaluation, Governance audit, Implementation of the code of conduct and Ethics;
• ensure the timely preparation and circulation of Board and Committee papers;
• ensure the timely circulation of Board and Committee minutes;
• maintain and update the register of conflicts of interest;
• ensure that Board members are aware of all relevant laws affecting the Commission;
• facilitate effective communication between the Commission and the stakeholders

Duties and Responsibilities

• assisting the Secretary General/CEO in providing secretariat services to the Board;
• providing guidance to the Board on their roles and responsibilities and on matters of governance;
• assisting the Board in carrying out Board induction and training, Updating the Board and Committee Charters, Preparation of Board work plans, Board Evaluation, Governance Audit and Implementation of the Code of Conduct and Ethics;
• ensuring timely preparation and Circulation of Board and Committee papers and Minutes;
• ensuring safe custody of the Seal of the Commission;
• maintaining and updating the register for conflict of interest;

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• a minimum period of twelve (12) years relevant work experience four (4) years of which should be in a management position;
• Minimum Master’s Degree in Law or equivalent Degree from any other relevant field;
• Bachelor of Laws Degree from a recognized institution;
• membership to ICPSK in good standing;
• Certified Public Secretary (CPSK) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law;
• admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
• holds a valid practicing certificate;
• member of the Law Society of Kenya;
• leadership course lasting not less than Four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• proficiency in computer applications;
• demonstrated competence in work performance; and

Job Reference Number: KNCU/18/2022

Purpose of the Job

The Deputy Secretary General Research and Resource Mobilisation is responsible for coordination and implementation of partnerships, resource mobilization, research and consultancy activities and oversighting the KNATCOM Resource Center.

Remuneration 

• Gross pay Ksh. 356,594.00 - 450,840.00
• 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 Deputy Secretary General Research and Resource Mobilization is responsible for the following functions:

• coordinate quality research in line with UNESCO’s functions of a clearing house and a laboratory of ideas within and across Commission programmes;
• contribute to and disseminate UNESCO global research, publications and innovations through the KNATCOM Resource Centre or other relevant channels in the five areas of UNESCO’s competence to support knowledge creation and influence policy decisions;
• generate information and innovations on the UNESCO areas of competence;
• facilitate collaboration and partnerships with Government Ministries, Departments, Counties and State agencies, UNESCO Agencies, Civil Society, and the private sector concerned with education, sciences, culture, communication and information;
• facilitate collaboration with UNESCO Member States, other national commissions, UNESCO sNetworks, UNESCO headquarters and field offices;

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities entail:

• providing leadership in enhancing research capacity building, research grants attraction and consultancy activities in the Commission;
• responsible for the day-to-day operations and the realization of the overall functions and objectives of the Directorate;
• establishing partnerships and mobilising resources for the Commission and UNESCO international and national conferences;
• leading, empowering and motivating staff to build strong teams in the directorate;
• coordinating planning in the Directorate to ensure strategic direction and effective utilization of resources for maximum benefit;

Requirements for Appointment

• Minimum Master’s Degree in Education, Economics, Natural Sciences, Environmental sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, Cultural studies, Information Sciences, Anthropology, Communication, ICT, Journalism and related fields from a recognized institution;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Economics, Natural Sciences, Environmental sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, Cultural studies, Information Sciences, Anthropology, Communication, ICT, Journalism and related fields from a recognized institution;
• leadership course lasting not less four (4) weeks;
• at least fifteen (15) years’ work experience; at least 5 Years’ experience in management;
• proficiency in Computer Applications;