For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-

served for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Director, University Education or Research, CSG 5 or in a comparable and relevant position in the wider public service or private sector;

a Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines: Education, Physical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, Natural Sciences, Earth Sciences or its equivalent from a university recognized in Kenya;

a Master’s Degree in any of the following fields: Education, Physical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, Natural Sciences, Earth Sciences or its equivalent from a university recognized in Kenya;

demonstrated an outstanding professional competence and managerial ability as reflected in work performance and results; and

a thorough understanding of the global, regional and national developmental goals, policies and programs and the ability to relate them to the Ministry’s

mandate.

NOTE:

Possession of a PhD from a recognized university in Kenya will be an added advantage.

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will be responsible for overall coordination of the University Education and Research Sub Sector. Duties and responsibilities will include:-

advising the Government through the Principal Secretary, State Department for University Education and Research on activities going on locally and

internationally on University Education, Research, Innovation and Technology transfer in both public and private sectors;

guiding the Ministry of Education in development and implementation of relevant University Education, Research, Technology transfer and Innovation policies for national development;

coordinating formulation, implementation and reviewing of policies, strategies and programmes of University Education, Research Management and

Development;

ensuring international collaborations, partnerships and global obligations in University Education, Research, Innovation and Technology are adhered to and observed; and

providing linkages between Government, Research, Academia, Industry and the Society

Others

Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.133,870 – Ksh.197, 800 p.m. (CSG 5)

House Allowance: Ksh.48, 000 – Ksh.60,000 p.m. (Depending on duty station)

Commuter Allowance: Ksh.20, 000 p.m.

Leave Allowance: As provided in the Civil Service

Annual Leave: 30 working days per financial year

Medical Cover: As provided by the Government

Terms of Service: Permanent or Local Agreement