DIRECTOR, CURRICULUM AND TEST DEVELOPMENT, KASNEB GRADE 2 (1 POST)

DIRECTOR, CURRICULUM AND TEST DEVELOPMENT, KASNEB GRADE 2 (1 POST) - HRM/CTD/DCTD/1/2026

(a) Job Specification
Reporting to the Secretary/Chief Executive Officer, the Director, Curriculum and Test Development will be responsible for overseeing research on design and development of curriculum, and test development.

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -
(i) Planning and coordinating research on examination matters to guide curriculum development and review;
(ii) Planning and coordinating the recruitment of subject matter experts to undertake the curriculum development process in liaison with the HR Division;
(iii) Coordinating training and orientation of subject matter experts;
(iv) Planning engagements with stakeholders to obtain relevant views and feedback to guide the curriculum development;
(v) Overseeing curriculum content development and review processes;
(vi) Development of workplans for the launch and post-implementation programmes of the curriculum;
(vii) Development of transition protocols and other supporting policies;
(viii) Coordinating recruitment of examination setters in liaison with the Human Resource Division;
(ix) Planning training of setters on examination standards;
(x) Coordinating moderation of examinations that are aligned with the syllabuses and other standards;
(xi) Overseeing preparation of pilot papers after the major review of syllabuses;
(xii) Analysis of performance in examinations and prepare feedback reports;
(xiii) Ensuring the security and integrity of examinations and coordinating overall risk management; and
(xiv) Ensuring risk management during curriculum and test development.

(b) Person Specifications
For appointment to this level an officer must have: -
(i) Cumulative service period of fifteen (15) years’ work experience three (3) of which must have been in at least in the grade of Deputy Director or in a comparable position;
(ii) Bachelors degree in Commerce, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Education, Finance, Law, Information Communication Technology, Forensic examination or other relevant field from a recognised institution;
(iii) Master’s Degree in Commerce, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Education, Finance, Law, Information Communication Technology, Forensic examination or other relevant field from a recognised institution;
(iv) Membership to a relevant professional body and in good standing where applicable;
(v) Certificate in Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognised institution;
(vi) A valid practicing certificate where applicable;
(vii) Proficiency in computer applications; and
(viii) Demonstrated outstanding managerial and professional competence as reflected in work performance and results.

(c) Key Competencies
(i) Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
(ii) Excellent Report writing skills;
(iii) Strong situational analysis capability;
(iv) Attention to detail and critical thinking;
(v) Innovative skills;
(vi) Analytical skills;
(vii) Digital literacy skills

Please note that:
(i) Canvassing in any form shall lead to automatic disqualification.
(ii) Shortlisted candidates shall be required to present the originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and testimonials at the time of the interview.
(iii) The job descriptions and specifications are available on the KASNEB website.
(iv) A candidate applying for more than one position is encouraged to list the positions in their application letter in order of preference.
(v) It is a criminal offence to present forged or falsified certificates or documents.
(vi) Successful candidates (those appointed to the advertised positions) shall be required to submit the following documents prior to the issuance of the offer of appointment, in compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010:
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).
• Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
• Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
• Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
• Clearance Certificate from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

Application Procedure
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through the email address ceo@kasneb.or.ke attaching certified copies of: curriculum vitae, copies of academic transcripts, academic and professional certificates, National Identity Card and testimonials. Provide in your detailed curriculum vitae the names and contact addresses of three (3) referees. The applications should reach the undersigned not later than Monday, 23 February 2026. The application letter must clearly indicate the “REFERENCE NUMBER” of the position applied for and be addressed
to:

Secretary/Chief Executive Officer
KASNEB
P.O. Box 41362 – 00100
NAIROBI, KENYA

KASNEB is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity and diversity. Individuals from marginalized and minority communities, women, youth and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants who are persons with disabilities are required to submit a copy of a valid NCPWD Membership Card, where applicable.