Vacancy title:
Accreditation Officer Scheme Development
Jobs at:
Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS)Deadline of this Job:
31 August 2022
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, August 17, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
Accreditation Officer Scheme Development
Duties and Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities of the selected candidate will entail:
1. Identifying new areas of accreditation
2. Researching emerging areas of interest in accreditation for the development of new schemes
3. Reviewing the criteria for conformity assessments for development of the new schemes;
4. Collecting, collating and documenting data on accreditation to inform scheme development /enhancement;
5. Identifying of conformity assessment bodies for piloting of new schemes;
6. Piloting new scheme introductions to enable readiness before integration as mainstream accreditation activities;
7. Identifying, screening, sensitizing, and promoting new areas of accreditation; and
8. Developing a work plan for the working groups and evaluate their performance.
Academic and Professional Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s degree in Science related fields from a recognized institution;
2. Proficiency in Computer application; and
3. Fulfil the requirement of Chapter Six (6) of the constitution.
Skills and Competencies
1. Communication;
2. Working with people;
3. Applying technical expertise;
4. Customer and stakeholder orientation
5. Drive for results;
6. Continuous learning and knowledge sharing; and
7. Technological awareness
Education Requirement: No Requirements
Job Experience: No Requirements
Work Hours: 8
Job application procedure
Apply for a position through a cover letter or email, attaching a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, national identity card or passport. In addition, all applicants MUST download and complete Bio-Data Form (in Microsoft Excel) and attach the completed Bio-Data Form. Any HANDWRITTEN or SCANNED Bio-Data form not submitted as an Excel file will be rejected.
Note 1: Interested candidates should provide all the details requested, and it is an offence to include incorrect information in the application. Candidates should submit their completed application form and required attachments by email to: recruit@kenyaaccreditation.org . All applications should be received on or before 5:00 pm (East African Time) on 31st August 2022.
Note 2: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Note 3: Successful candidates after interviews will be required to obtain the following documents:
• Certificate of good conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)
• Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
• Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
• Clearance Certificate from a Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
KENAS is an equal opportunity employer and respects diversity. Persons living with disabilities, marginalized, and minority groups who meet the job specifications are strongly encouraged to apply.
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