KNATCOM Principal Planning Officer - Jobs in Kenya

KNATCOM Principal Planning Officer - Jobs in Kenya

a) Job Description

The Principal Planning Officer is responsible for 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 activities;

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;

b) 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;

aligning the Commission’s strategies with national and county policies, plans and strategies;

developing and reviewing the Commission's Strategic Plan and monitoring its implementation;

preparing quality planning reports;

analysing policy recommendations from various departments;

coordinating the monitoring and evaluation of performance contracting process for the Commission;

preparing materials and schedules for stakeholder seminars, workshops and programs;

identifying suitable partners to potential projects for support;

identifying strategic collaborations and partnerships;

developing a database of strategic partners and funding opportunities for

the Commission;
and

any other duties as may be assigned.

c) 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.

d) Key Competencies and Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Strategic and innovative thinking

Interpersonal skills

Ability to mobilize resources

Negotiation skills

How To Apply

Access and apply online via KNATCOM website at www.unesco.go.ke/careers

For details of the job description and skills, please visit the Commission’s website: www.unesco.go.ke/careers

All applications should reach the Commission on or before 13th October 2022 at 5.00 pm.

Note:

Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.

Kenya National Commission for UNESCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Successful candidates will be required to fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.



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