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February, 2019 TSC Recruitment schedule/ interview dates- Nyandarua County

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The Teachers Service Commission seeks to recruit a total of 5,000 teachers in Secondary schools to cater for the large number of students enrolled at high schools as a result of the government’s 100 percent transition policy. The interviews to fill up the advertised slots are slated for this month across various Counties; countrywide. In Nyandarua county there are 14 slots in Nyandarua Central Sub- County, 23 in Kinangop and 20 vacancies in Nyandarua North. While, Nyandarua south, Nyandarua West, Mirangine and Kipipiri have 26, 14, 11 and 21 vacancies respectively.

The table below gives the interview schedule for Nyandarua County:

Sub- COUNTYInterviews
Date		VENUE
1. Kinangop12/2/2019Mt. Kinangop
Girls
2. Kipipiri, Nyandarua and
Mirangine		13/2/2019Magomano
Girls
3. Nyandarua Central
and Mirangine		14/2/2019Kiganjo
Girls
4. Nyandarua West and
Nyandarua North		15/2/2019Nyahururu
High.

The County plans to induct the newly recruited teachers as follows:

Sub- CountyInduction
Date		Venue
1. Kipipiri, Nyandarua South
and Kinangop		25/2/2019Magomano Girls
2. Nyandarua Central, Nyandarua West,
Nyandarua North and Mirangine		26/2/2019Weru Secondary
School.

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Teachers to be employed under the ongoing 100 percent transition recruitment to report to stations by End of April, 2019
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TSC seeks funds to employ about 36,000 new teachers

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The Teachers Service Commission, TSC, has said it is seeking funds to recruit 36,804 new teachers. According to the TSC boss, Dr Nancy Macharia, the additional teachers are required to handle the large influx in numbers of form ones brought in by the government’s 100 Percent transition policy. These teachers will address the shortage in staffing; until 2021.

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New; TSC advertises 277 vacant positions at its secretariat, See details and requirements

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The Teachers Service Commission, TSC, has advertised 277 vacancies at its secretariat, in November 2018. Get full details on the vacancies and application procedures, below:

Summary on the Vacancies:

1. Vacancies for TSC Secretariat staff (Open)

A. Teacher Management:

  1. Senior Deputy Director- 11 vacancies
  2. Deputy Director- 14 vacancies
  3. Assistant Deputy Director- 145 vacancies

B. Supply Chain Management Services:

  1. Senior Deputy Director- 1 vacancy
  2. Deputy Director- 2 vacancies
  3. Assistant Deputy Director- 3 vacanvcies

C. Information Communication Technology (ICT)

  1. Senior Deputy Director- 1 vacancy
  2. Deputy Director (Systems Administration and Security)- 1 vacancy

D. Internal Audit:

  1. Senior Deputy Director- 1 post

E. Human Resource Management and Development:

  1. Senior Deputy Director (HRM)- 2 posts
  2. Senior Deputy Director (HRD)- 1 post

F. Drivers: 15 posts.

2. Internship Opportunities:

The Teachers Service Commission has fifteen (15) Internship opportunities in
the following areas of specialization: –
i). Statistician/ Economist/Planner– Two (2)
ii). Human Resource Management/ Development- Five (5)
iii). Records Management – Eight (8)

3. Vacancies for TSC Secretariat staff (Internal):

i). Principal Teacher Management Officer Scale ‘10’ (8 POSTS)
ii). Principal Records Officer, TSC Scale ‘10’ (1 Post)
iii). Principal Administrative Officer, TSC Scale ‘10’ (1 Post)
iv). Telephone Supervisor, TSC Scale ‘7’ (1 Post)
v). Security Officer III: - TSC Scale ‘5’ (1 Post)
vi). Security Officer II TSC Scale ‘6’ (1 Post)
vii). Principal Driver TSC Scale ‘6’ (1 Post)
viii). Chief Driver TSC Scale ‘5’ (7 Post)
ix). Principal Accountant, TSC Scale ‘10’ (9 Posts)
x). Principal ICT Officer, TSC Scale ‘10’ (2 Posts)
xi). Senior ICT Officer, TSC Scale ‘8’ (2 Posts)
xii). Principal Supply Chain Management Officer, TSC Scale
xiii). ‘10’ (1 Post)
xiv). Principal Economist/Planner, TSC Scale ‘10’ (1 Post)
xv). Principal Legal Officer, TSC Scale ‘10’ (1 Post)
xvi). Principal Corporate Communication/ Customer Care Officer: TSC
Scale ‘10’ (1 Post)
xvii). Chief Supply Chain Management Officer, TSC Scale ‘9’ (1 Post)
xviii). Principal Human Resource Officer, TSC Scale ‘10’ (5 Posts)
xix). Senior Human Resource Officer, TSC Scale ‘8’ (15 Posts)
xx). Personal Secretary I, TSC Scale ‘8’ (6 Post)

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FULL DETAILS ON THE ADVERTISED VACANCIES:

  • Vacancies for TSC Secretariat staff (Open):

For full details on Job Description, Duties, Responsibilities, Requirements and Remuneration Package click on this link: Advertised TSC Secretariat vacancies- 2018

  • ADVERTISED INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:

1. HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT-INTERN

Advert Number: 201811I002

Job Description

Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is an Independent Commission established under Article 237 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010. In line with Government Internship Policy, the Commission intends to offer internship opportunities to qualified youth in various areas of specialization to accord them an opportunity to gain practical work experience which will improve their competencies and competitiveness in their career life.

Duties and Responsibilities

Successful applicants will be deployed either to the TSC Headquarters or TSC County/Sub County Offices.

Requirements

i) Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences preferably in Government, Sociology plus a Higher Diploma/Diploma in Human Resource Management/ Business Administration/Management from a recognized institution or
ii) Bachelors Degree in Public/Business Administration or Social Psychology from a recognized institution with a Postgraduate qualification in Human Resource Management or Bachelors Degree in HRM/HRO
iii)Be a Kenyan youth aged between 21 and 35 years.
iv) Must have completed their training and graduated in the last three (3) years

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
1) Must be a person of unquestionable integrity
2) Must be goal oriented, dynamic, self-driven and diligent individual.
3) Should possess good interpersonal, communications skills and be a team player.

INTERNSHIP DURATION
The Internship positions will be for a period of twelve (12) months.

PAYMENT
This is a non-remunerative position. However, the selected Interns will be paid a stipend of twenty-five thousand (Kshs 25,000) per month.

Note
i)The Commission does not guarantee employment after completion of the Internship Programme.
i)Selected Interns shall be required to have a personal accident insurance to cover for personal risks during the internship period. They will also be required to have medical insurance cover by the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) or any other reputable medical insurance firm.

Remuneration Package:
  • Basic Salary: N/A
  • House Allowance: N/A
  • Commuter Allowance: N/A
  • Leave Allowance: N/A
  • Medical Cover: N/A
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

2. VACANCY: RECORDS MANAGEMENT-INTERN

Advert Number: 201811I003

Job Description

Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is an Independent Commission established under Article 237 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010. In line with Government Internship Policy, the Commission intends to offer internship opportunities to qualified youth in various areas of specialization to accord them an opportunity to gain practical work experience which will improve their competencies and competitiveness in their career life.

Duties and Responsibilities

Successful applicants will be deployed either to the TSC Headquarters or TSC County/Sub County Offices.

Requirements

i)Bachelor’s Degree in Information Science/Records Management from a recognized institution.
iii) Must have completed their training and graduated in the last three (3) years

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
1) Must be a person of unquestionable integrity
2) Must be goal oriented, dynamic, self-driven and diligent individual.
3) Should possess good interpersonal, communications skills and be a team player.

INTERNSHIP DURATION
The Internship positions will be for a period of twelve (12) months.

PAYMENT
This is a non-remunerative position. However, the selected Interns will be paid a stipend of twenty-five thousand (Kshs 25,000) per month.

Note
i)The Commission does not guarantee employment after completion of the Internship Programme.
i)Selected Interns shall be required to have a personal accident insurance to cover for personal risks during the internship period. They will also be required to have medical insurance cover by the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) or any other reputable medical insurance firm.

Remuneration Package:
  • Basic Salary: N/A
  • House Allowance: N/A
  • Commuter Allowance: N/A
  • Leave Allowance: N/A
  • Medical Cover: N/A
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

3. VACANCY: STATICIANS/ ECONOMISTS/ RESEARCHERS-INTERN

Advert Number: 201811I001

Job Description

Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is an Independent Commission established under Article 237 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010. In line with Government Internship Policy, the Commission intends to offer internship opportunities to qualified youth in various areas of specialization to accord them an opportunity to gain practical work experience which will improve their competencies and competitiveness in their career life.

Duties and Responsibilities

Successful applicants will be deployed either to the TSC Headquarters or TSC County/Sub County Offices.

Requirements

i)A Bachelors degree in Economics/Statistics, or Economics and Mathematics.
ii)Be a Kenyan youth aged between 21 and 35 years.
iii) Must have completed their training and graduated in the last three (3) years

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
1) Must be a person of unquestionable integrity
2) Must be goal oriented, dynamic, self-driven and diligent individual.
3) Should possess good interpersonal, communications skills and be a team player.

INTERNSHIP DURATION
The Internship positions will be for a period of twelve (12) months.

PAYMENT
This is a non-remunerative position. However, the selected Interns will be paid a stipend of twenty-five thousand (Kshs 25,000) per month.

Note
i)The Commission does not guarantee employment after completion of the Internship Programme.
i)Selected Interns shall be required to have a personal accident insurance to cover for personal risks during the internship period. They will also be required to have medical insurance cover by the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) or any other reputable medical insurance firm.

Remuneration Package:
  • Basic Salary: N/A
  • House Allowance: N/A
  • Commuter Allowance: N/A
  • Leave Allowance: N/A
  • Medical Cover: N/A
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

  • Vacancies for TSC Secretariat staff (Internal):

1. VACANCY: CHIEF DRIVER

Advert Number: 201811S052

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

(i) Transport authorized staff to designated locations in a safe and timely manner.
(ii) Report accidents or incidents to the Transport Supervisor.
(iii) Ensure the cleanliness and routine maintenance of the institution’s vehicles assigned.
(iv) Record distances travelled throughout the month and fuel costs incurred for proper record keeping.
(v) Maintenance of work tickets.

Requirements

(i) Have served satisfactorily in the grade of Senior Driver TSC Scale ‘4’ for a minimum of three (3) years.
(ii) Must have Occupational grade one test Certificate.
(iii) Obtained satisfactory rating in the Performance Appraisal process

Remuneration Package:
  • Basic Salary: N/A
  • House Allowance: N/A
  • Commuter Allowance: N/A
  • Leave Allowance: N/A
  • Medical Cover: N/A
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

2. VACANCY: CHIEF SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT OFFICER

Advert Number: 201811S091

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

The Chief Supply Chain Management Officer will be responsible to the Assistant Deputy Director/ Deputy Director SCMS for the following duties and responsibilities: –
(i) Monitor stock levels and determine re-orders levels for replenishment.
(ii) Conduct physical stock checks of goods available.
(iii) Raise re-orders levels for all stock.
(iv) Verify received goods against delivery notes.
(v) Prepare reports on received goods.
(vi) Raise Local Purchase Orders (LPOs) and Local service Orders (LSOs) to facilitate payment of suppliers for goods or services ordered for.
(vii) Advice and guide in preparation of specifications. Raise goods received notes to assist in the verification of the invoice sent by the supplier to the commission for payment purposes.
(viii) Maintain a complaint register/ suggestion box.
(ix) Ensure that the store is well arranged and stock well coded.
(x) Evaluate tender bids as per the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, 2015 and the Public Procurement regulations, 2006.
(xi) Prepare evaluation documents and reports as per the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, 2015 and the Public Procurement regulations, 2006.
(xii) Review and amend the Procurement Plan for the Commission.

Requirements

(i) Served satisfactorily in the grade of Senior Supply Chain Management Officer, TSC Scale ‘8’ for a minimum period of three (3) years.
(ii) Bachelor’s degree in social sciences plus Diploma/ Higher Diploma in Supplies Management/Purchasing and Supplies from a recognized institution
(iii) Must be a registered member of the relevant professional body
(iv) Obtained satisfactory rating in the Performance Appraisal Process.

Remuneration Package:
  • Basic Salary: N/A
  • House Allowance: N/A
  • Commuter Allowance: N/A
  • Leave Allowance: N/A
  • Medical Cover: N/A
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

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3. VACANCY: PERSONAL SECRETARY I

Advert Number: 201811S083

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

(i) Produce documents, briefing papers and reports.
(ii) Manage the office diary inclusive of appointments, foreign and domestic travel itineraries, travel bookings and hotel reservations for the management.
(iii) Analyze and assign incoming mail, fax, and emails on behalf of the senior management and route them to the respective departments for further action.
(iv) Manage office protocol and public relations, receive and screen incoming calls, and correspondences and act as the link between executive offices, internal and external visitors.
(v) Devise and maintain office systems that include data management and files.
(vi) Follow-up on issues that require interdepartmental coordination for the engagement of various stakeholders.
(vii) Answer the departmental telephone lines and direct calls to the respective recipients for further action.
(viii) Arrange for departmental staff travel to include itineraries, bookings and hotel reservations
(ix) Coordinate staff allowances including per diem for planned departmental travel on official assignments
(x) Maintain up to date file systems in the department and track file movement out of the department.
(xi) Receive all documents for notations, signature to be actioned by the respective managers.

Requirements

(i) Served satisfactorily in the grade of Personal Secretary II, TSC Scale ‘7’ for a minimum period of three (3) years.
(ii) Obtained satisfactory rating in the Performance Appraisal process.
(iii) Diploma in secretarial studies from a recognized institution or
b) Shorthand II (80 wpm)
c) Typing III (50 wpm)
d) Secretarial Duties II
e) Business English II
f) Office Practice II
g) Commerce II
h) Office Management III
i) Office administration and Management III

Remuneration Package:
  • Basic Salary: N/A
  • House Allowance: N/A
  • Commuter Allowance: N/A
  • Leave Allowance: N/A
  • Medical Cover: N/A
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

4. VACANCY: PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT

Advert Number: 201811S104

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

The Principal Accountant will be responsible to the Assistant Deputy Director/Deputy Director Accounts for the following duties and responsibilities: –
(i) Implement appropriate mechanisms.
(ii) Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual progress reports for the Division and forward for approval.
(iii) Participate in the preparation of the Procurement Plans for the division and forward for approval.
(iv) Ensure timely and accurate administration of all tax and statutory compliance issues and effective management of payroll.
(v) Monitor monthly overpayment recoveries on the payroll.
(vi) Examine payment receipt and journal vouchers and forward for review, approval and authorization by Assistant Deputy Director.
(vii) Carry out investigations on overpayment fall out cases.
(viii) Lead the development and performance management of staff that report to the position.
(ix) Reconcile General ledgers on monthly basis
(x) Preparation of financial statements
(xi) Preparation of Bank Reconciliation Statements on monthly basis

Requirements

(i) Served satisfactorily in the grade of Chief Accountant, TSC Scale ‘M’ for a minimum period of three (3) years.
(ii) CPA III or Bachelors of Commerce Degree (Accounting option)
(iii) Must be a registered member of a relevant professional body
(iv) Obtained satisfactory rating in the Performance Appraisal process

Remuneration Package:
  • Basic Salary: N/A
  • House Allowance: N/A
  • Commuter Allowance: N/A
  • Leave Allowance: N/A
  • Medical Cover: N/A
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

5. VACANCY: PRINCIPAL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

Advert Number: 201811S103

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

The Principal Administrative Officer will be responsible to the Assistant Deputy Director/ Deputy Director/Senior Director Administration for the following duties and responsibilities: –
(i) Develop sections work plans and submit to supervisor for approval.
(ii) Direct staff in the Section/Unit towards set targets and appraise them accordingly.
(iii) Oversee the implementation of service areas plans.
(iv) Establish, maintain and update inventory on partners and resources.
(v) Review and oversee implementation of the transport policy.
(vi) Identify and prioritize divisional targets from the TSC strategic plan and the TSC performance contract.
(vii) Prepare and disseminate monitoring and evaluation programs within the service area.
(viii) Prepare and submit monthly progress reports on the achievements of the performance targets
(ix) Establish of psycho-social support networks.
(x) Create awareness on the importance of psycho-social support networks within stipulated time

Requirements

(i) Served satisfactorily in the grade of Chief Administrative Officer, TSC Scale ‘9’, for a minimum period of three (3) years
(ii) Certified Public Secretaries(CPS) Part III or
(iii) Degree in Public Administration and management, Business Administration or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
(iv) Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
(vi) Obtained satisfactory rating in the Performance Appraisal process

Remuneration Package:
  • Basic Salary: N/A
  • House Allowance: N/A
  • Commuter Allowance: N/A
  • Leave Allowance: N/A
  • Medical Cover: N/A
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

6. VACANCY: PRINCIPAL CORPORATE COMMUNICATION/ CUSTOMER CARE OFFICER

Advert Number: 201811S109

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

The Principal Corporate Communications and Customer Care Officer will be responsible to the Assistant Deputy Director/ Deputy Director Corporate Communications and Customer Care for the following duties and responsibilities:
(i) Coordinate development of the articles for the Teachers’ Image and the Update Newsletter.
(ii) Supervise daily media briefings to the Chief Executive Officer.
(iii) Facilitate publication and print of Teachers Service Commission articles; the Image, the Update, Information Education and Communication and publicity material.
(iv) Build and maintain effective communication channels between the commission and the public.
(v) Ensure that response to complaints and/or queries are responded to within fourteen (14) days as per the set guidelines and standards.
(vi) Ensure that all required events licenses and permits are obtained on time for public events as per the government regulations
(vii) Oversee the website and intranet administration of the web communication channels.
(viii) Prepare monthly reports that identify communications gaps and give appropriate interventions.
(ix) Ensure that articles, write-ups for internal publications, presentations and speeches presented are in line with the departmental strategy

Requirements

(i) Served satisfactorily in the grade of Chief Corporate Communication/Customer Care Officer, TSC Scale ‘9’ or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years.
(ii) Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Journalism, International Relations or any other approved equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
(iii) Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences plus a Post Graduate Diploma in any of the following: Mass Communications, Communications Studies, Public Relations, Journalism or any other approved equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
(iv) Obtained satisfactory rating in the Performance Appraisal process

Remuneration Package:
  • Basic Salary: N/A
  • House Allowance: N/A
  • Commuter Allowance: N/A
  • Leave Allowance: N/A
  • Medical Cover: N/A
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

7. VACANCY: PRINCIPAL DRIVER

Advert Number: 201811S062

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

(i) Transport authorized staff to designated locations in a safe and timely manner.
(ii) Report accidents or incidents to the Transport Supervisor.
(iii) Ensure the cleanliness and routine maintenance of the institution’s vehicles assigned.
(iv) Record distances traveled throughout the month and fuel costs incurred for proper record keeping.
(v) Supervise and report back on unforeseen changes in the set schedule.
(vi) Prepare reports on challenges encountered in the use of the commission vehicles and in the delivery of work.
(vii) Maintenance of work tickets.

Requirements

(i) Have served satisfactorily in the grade of Chief Driver TSC Scale ‘5’ for a minimum of three (3) years.
(ii) Obtained satisfactory rating in the Performance Appraisal process

Remuneration Package:
  • Basic Salary:
  • House Allowance:
  • Commuter Allowance:
  • Leave Allowance:
  • Medical Cover:
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

8. VACANCY: PRINCIPAL ECONOMIST/PLANNER

Advert Number: 201811S107

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

The Principal Economist/Planner Officer will be responsible to the Assistant Deputy Director/Deputy Director PPRI for the following duties and responsibilities: –
i. Undertaking special purpose evaluation & reporting
ii. Performance monitoring, evaluation & documentation
iii. Updating of sector performance standards and other performance indicators
iv. Conducting public expenditure tracking & review
v. Overall implementation of the TSC Monitoring and Evaluation Guidelines;
vi. Provision of technical and back-up support in the preparation of monitoring plans, log frames and programme M&E indicators for the various service areas both at the headquarters and at the County offices;
vii. Conducting M&E needs assessment in service areas and designing appropriate intervention programmes;
viii. Updating of the M&E guidelines, programme indicators and developing of manuals and procedures for the M&E System; and
ix. Writing and submitting reports on specified assignments.

Requirements

i. Served satisfactorily in the grade of Chief Economist/Planner, TSC Scale ‘9’ or in a comparable and relevant position at the Commission for a minimum period of two (2) years.
ii. A Bachelor’s degree in Economics, or Economics & Finance, or Economics & Statistics from a recognized institution.
iii. Obtained satisfactory rating in the Performance Appraisal process.
iv. Demonstrated initiative and professional competence in the relevant field.

NB: Possession of a diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation will be an added advantage.

Remuneration Package:
  • Basic Salary: N/A
  • House Allowance: N/A
  • Commuter Allowance: N/A
  • Leave Allowance: N/A
  • Medical Cover: N/A
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

9. VACANCY: PRINCIPAL HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER

Advert Number: 201811S1010

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

The Principal Human Resource Officer will be responsible to the Assistant Deputy Director/ Deputy Director/Senior Deputy Director HRM for the following duties and responsibilities: –
(i) Appoint and reinstate officers on the payroll
(ii) Payment of salaries and allowances
(iii) Approve leaves as per regulations
(iv) Prepare and disseminate monitoring and evaluation programs within the service area.
(v) Prepare and submit monthly progress reports on the achievements of the performance targets.
(vi) Issue of notices, compiling and submission of claims to Schemes Administrator
(vii) Issue of Membership forms & distribution of statements to employees
(viii) Verify and authorize pension claims / NSSF and transfer of Service cases
(ix) Supervise and Appraise of staff
(x) Administer Staff Medical and Superannuation Scheme
(xi) Assis in Investigation of discipline cases
(xii) Respond to Teacher’s Queries on HR Issues

Requirements

(i) Served satisfactorily in the grade of Chief Human Resource Officer, TSC Scale ‘9’ for a minimum period of three (3) years.
(ii) A Bachelor’s degree in Social Science plus diploma/ higher diploma in HRM or
(iii) Certified Public Secretaries (CPS) Part III or
(iv) A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management/ Business Administration(HRM)
(v) Be a registered Member of IHRM.
(vi) Obtained satisfactory rating in the Performance Appraisal process

Remuneration Package:
  • Basic Salary: N/A
  • House Allowance: N/A
  • Commuter Allowance: N/A
  • Leave Allowance: N/A
  • Medical Cover: N/A
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

10. VACANCY: PRINCIPAL ICT OFFICER

Advert Number: 201811S105

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

The Principal ICT Officer will be responsible to the Assistant Deputy Director/ Deputy Director ICT for the following duties and responsibilities: –
(i) Manage data communication and bandwidth requirements.
(ii) Approve Network Technologies.
(iii) Guide and supervise establishment of ICT inventory, technical specifications, security procedures and helpdesk.
(iv) Develop IS change management procedures, identify updates and patches for installation.
(v) Report and analyze technical problems and issues reported.
(vi) Manage 3rd party contracts.
(vii) Present Systems requirements, design, test reports, documentation, Information Systems Security procedures and implementation plan for approval.
(viii) Prepare user acceptance testing strategies and sign off/roll out certificates.
(ix) Approve reviews for databases and applications.
(x) Supervision and Training of Staff

Requirements

(i) Served satisfactorily the grade of Chief Information Communication Technology Officer, TSC Scale ‘9’ for a minimum period of three (3) years.
(ii) Diploma or Higher in Computer Science/Information Communication Technology; or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; plus Degree in Social Sciences.
(iii) Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or related field from a recognized institution
(iv) Obtained satisfactory rating in the Performance Appraisal process.

Remuneration Package:
  • Basic Salary: N/A
  • House Allowance: N/A
  • Commuter Allowance: N/A
  • Leave Allowance: N/A
  • Medical Cover: N/A
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

11. VACANCY: PRINCIPAL LEGAL OFFICER

Advert Number: 201811S108

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

The Principal Legal Officer will be will be working under the supervision of the Head of Legal Services. The Principal Legal Officer in ensuring that the interests of the Commission are well represented will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:-
1. Offering effective legal representation to the Commission by preparing and undertaking all proceedings for and on behalf of the Commission.
2. Undertaking Legal Research on various issues affecting the Commission and/or its service areas and making appropriate recommendations.
3. Drafting and/or reviewing of contracts, leases, memoranda and other legal instruments on behalf of the Commission.
4. Monitoring the progress of Court cases and providing appropriate recommendations for continuous improvement.
5. Supporting the Division in advising the Commission on legal compliance levels in respect to principles and values of good governance, human rights, transparency, accountability, ethics and integrity.
6. Helping in the generation of necessary documentation/data to support the implementing and monitoring of the departmental performance appraisal objectives and reporting structures in line with and not limited to Performance Appraisal System: ISO standardization.
7. Any other lawful duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements

(i) Satisfactorily served in the grade of Chief Legal Officer, TSC Scale 8 for a period of 3 years
(ii) Have a Bachelor of Law Degree (LLB) from a recognized Institution
(iii) Have a Post-Graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law.
(iv) Been admitted to the Bar as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
(v) Have a Certificate in Computer applications from a recognized institution.
(vi) Obtain satisfactory rating in the Performance Appraisal process.

Remuneration Package:
  • Basic Salary: N/A
  • House Allowance: N/A
  • Commuter Allowance: N/A
  • Leave Allowance: N/A
  • Medical Cover: N/A
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

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12. VACANCY: PRINCIPAL RECORDS OFFICER

Advert Number: 201811S102

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

The Principal Records Officer will be responsible to the Assistant Deputy Director/ Deputy Director/Senior Director Records for the following duties and responsibilities:
(i) Monitor the development and implementation of the records management strategy that is derived from the overall administration department.
(ii) Implement the secret registry unit budgets.
(iii) Participate in the implementation of work plans.
(iv) Oversee the allocation personal identification numbers to the newly recruited secretariat staff.
(v) Coordinate the movement of confidential secretariat files from one service area to another.
(vi) Ensure that the inactive, confidential and secretariat records are sorted, disposed or retained in the set out policies and procedures.
(vii) Ensure new commission files are opened as per the laid out guidelines.
(viii) Participate in the formulation of policies and procedures in the secret registry unit.
(ix) Train, develop and appraise the staff supervised by this position in the division in line with the schemes of service.

Requirements

(i) Served in the grade of Chief Records Management Officer, TSC Scale ‘9’ or a comparable position in the public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years.
(ii) Certified Public Secretaries(CPS) Part III or
(iii) Degree in Public Administration and management, Business Administration or Degree in records Management/information science or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
(iv) Shown outstanding professional competence and administrative ability in the management of the records function.
(v) Obtained satisfactory rating in the Performance Appraisal process

Remuneration Package:
  • Basic Salary: N/A
  • House Allowance: N/A
  • Commuter Allowance: N/A
  • Leave Allowance: N/A
  • Medical Cover: N/A
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

13. VACANCY: PRINCIPAL SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT OFFICER

Advert Number: 201811S106

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

The Principal Supply Chain Management Officer will be responsible to the Assistant Deputy Director/ Deputy Director SCMS for the following duties and responsibilities: –
(i) Receive user requests, specifications, and samples and coordinate the procurement of the goods and services required.
(ii) Coordinate the preparation and the sale of tender and disposal bids.
(iii) Coordinate disposal of store items to ensure compliance to the Public Procurement Act.
(iv) Prepare estimates of expenditure required for the implementation of the procurement plan.
(v) Maintain a quotations register.
(vi) Evaluate and rate suppliers on a quarterly basis.
(vii) Open and evaluate bids for disposal of goods in line with the commission policies and procedures, and the Public Procurement Act.
(viii) Assist in the conducting of market surveys.
(ix) Raise Local Purchase orders (LPOs) and Local Service Orders (LSOs) as approved by the tender and procurement committees and authorized by the Director Finance.
(x) Record minutes during tender and procurement meetings
(xi) Receive and inspect goods to ascertain quality and quantity before the goods are received into the store.
(xii) Ensure that bids and quotations are opened, evaluated and reports developed in line with the commission policies, procedures, and the Public Procurement Act.
(xiii) Evaluate quotations and submit the report to the head of procurement.

Requirements

(i) Served satisfactorily in the grade of Chief Supply Chain Management Officer, TSC Scale ‘9’ for a minimum period of 3years.
(ii) Bachelors degree in Commerce, (Supplies Management Option) or a Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management.
(iii) Bachelors Degree in Economics or Business Administration plus Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies from a recognized institution.
(v) Must be a registered member of a relevant professional body
(iv) Obtained satisfactory rating in the Performance Appraisal process.

Remuneration Package:
  • Basic Salary: N/A
  • House Allowance: N/A
  • Commuter Allowance: N/A
  • Leave Allowance: N/A
  • Medical Cover: N/A
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

14. VACANCY: PRINCIPAL TEACHER MANAGEMENT OFFICER

Advert Number: 201811S101

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

The officer at this level may be deployed in Teacher Management Directorate or Sub County to perform the following duties:-
(i) Post teachers employed by the Commission for service in any public school or institution.
(ii) Determine teacher shortages and advise the Management.
(iii) Participate and offer guidance during recruitment exercise, and prepare merit lists for the exercise.
(iv) Conduct Teacher Deployment/Transfer.
(v) Coordinate preparation of Work Plans and appraisal of staff, analyze and prepare appraisal reports.
(vi) Supervise staff under him/her, and induct new staff.
(vii) Identify suitable institutional administrators, and recommend them to the Management for selection.
(viii) Coordinate collection, collation and validation of Teacher Management Data.
(ix) Issue registration certificates to qualified applicants.
(x) Conduct Standards Assessment, prepare Audit Reports, and ensure recommendations are implemented.
(xi) Prepare discipline cases for hearing.

Requirements

(i) Served satisfactorily in the grade of Chief Teacher Management Officer, TSC Scale ‘9’ for a minimum period of three (3) years or a comparable position in the secretariat.
(ii) A Bachelor’s degree in Education from a recognized institution or
(iii) A Bachelor’s degree and a Post Graduate Diploma in Education from a recognized institution.
(iv) Obtained satisfactory rating in the Performance Appraisal process.

  • Remuneration Package:
    Basic Salary: N/A
  • House Allowance: N/A
  • Commuter Allowance: N/A
  • Leave Allowance: N/A
  • Medical Cover: N/A
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

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15. VACANCY: SECURITY OFFICER II

Advert Number: 201811S061

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

The Security Officer will be responsible to the Senior Security Officer for the following duties and responsibilities: –
(i) Co-ordinate security solutions in line with operational work plans and schedules and in accordance to the agreed framework.
(ii) Participate periodically in risk assessment and security audits in accordance to work plans, to inform on key priority areas.
(iii) During Fire Safety Drills, co-ordinate the clearance of office premises and of all employees and clients and maintain control during emergency situations.
(iv) Conduct vehicle and visitor searches and register guests in accordance with approved guidelines.
(v) Carry out regular patrols around the commission.
(vi) Confirm authorization of all equipment entering and leaving the commission.
(vii) Ensure safe evacuation of staff from the commission building in case of an emergency to facilitate in accountability of staff

Requirements

(i) Must have served satisfactorily in the grade of assistant security Officer III TSC Scale ‘5’ for a minimum of three (3) years
(ii) Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
(iii) Must have Certificate in Disaster Management or any other relevant field.
(iv) Must have advanced first Aid certificate.
(v) Obtained satisfactory rating in the Performance Appraisal process

Remuneration Package:
  • Basic Salary: N/A
  • House Allowance: N/A
  • Commuter Allowance: N/A
  • Leave Allowance: N/A
  • Medical Cover: N/A
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

16. VACANCY: SECURITY OFFICER III

Advert Number: 201811S051

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

The Security Officer will be responsible to the Senior Security Officer for the following duties and responsibilities
(i) Co-ordinate security solutions in line with operational work plans and schedules and in accordance to the agreed framework.
(ii) Participate periodically in risk assessment and security audits in accordance to work plans, to inform on key priority areas.
(iii) During Fire Safety Drills, co-ordinate the clearance of office premises and of all employees and clients and maintain control during emergency situations.
(iv) Conduct vehicle and visitor searches and register guests in accordance with approved guidelines.
(v) Carry out regular patrols around the commission.
(vi) Confirm authorization of all equipment entering and leaving the commission.
(vii) Ensure safe evacuation of staff from the commission building in case of an emergency to facilitate in accountability of staff

Requirements

(i) Have served satisfactorily in the grade of assistant security Officer TSC Scale ‘4’ for a minimum of three (3) years
(ii) Must have advanced first Aid certificate
(iii) Obtained satisfactory rating in the Performance Appraisal process

Remuneration Package:
  • Basic Salary: N/A
  • House Allowance: N/A
  • Commuter Allowance: N/A
  • Leave Allowance: N/A
  • Medical Cover: N/A
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

17. VACANCY: SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER

Advert Number: 201811S082

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

The Senior Human Resource Officer will be responsible to the Chief Human Resource Officer/Assistant Deputy Director HRM for the following duties and responsibilities:
(i) Develop and execute plan for human resource and organizational development in alignment with the directorate’s strategic plan.
(ii) Direct the investigation, analysis, and decision making process with regards to personnel problems and/or other related policy issues.
(iii) Works closely with the principal human resource officer to plan, direct, supervise, assignment, and evaluate employee relations, employee benefits, insurance, health, and operational support services.
(iv) Direct the administration of the commissions system’s compensation and performance evaluation programs, that include job descriptions, salary surveys and position reclassifications
(v) Ability to provide leadership and to supervise development and establishment of new, modified and/or improved personnel programs, services and activities.
(vi) Prepare and submit performance reports on a monthly and quarterly basis.
(vii) Undertake work load analysis within units and analyze staff requirements from service areas.
(viii) Ensures the county and sub county databases and record transfers and deployments are always up to date.
(ix) Oversee the process reinstate teachers and secretariat staff on payroll and payment of salaries and allowances.
(x) Approve all types of leave or offs to ensure staff follow the laid down regulations which follows the HR functional objectives

Requirements

(i) Diploma in Human Resource Management/Business Administration/Management from a recognized or
(ii) Certified public Secretaries CPS Part I
(iii) Served satisfactorily in the grade of Human Resource Officer I, TSC Scale 7 for a minimum period of three (3) years.
(iv) Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
(v) Be registered with the relevant professional body.
(vi) Obtained satisfactory rating in the Performance Appraisal process

Remuneration Package:
  • Basic Salary: N/A
  • House Allowance: N/A
  • Commuter Allowance: N/A
  • Leave Allowance: N/A
  • Medical Cover: N/A
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

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18. VACANCY: SENIOR ICT OFFICER

Advert Number: 201811S081

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

The Senior ICT Officer will be responsible to the Chief ICT Officer/Assistant Deputy Director ICT for the following duties and responsibilities
(i) Monitor the internet/LAN/WAN/Firewall connectivity, usage and security
(ii) Identify potential attacks, infections and intrusion attempts.
(iii) Establish ICT inventory, technical specifications, security procedures and helpdesk.
(iv) Report and analyze technical problems and issues reported.
(v) Supervise outsourced service and maintenance contractors.
(vi) Analyze, design, develop, test, implement and document information systems applications.
(vii) Provide and maintain online services
(viii) Manage databases.
(ix) Supervise and train assigned ICT Officers.

Requirements

(i) Higher Diploma in computer science or information Technology from Kenya National Examination council or equivalent from a recognized institution.
(ii) Served in the grade of ICT Officer I, TSC Scale ‘7’ or in a comparable and relevant position for at least 3 years;
(iii) Demonstrate specific knowledge and proficiency in the relevant technologies.
(iv) Obtained satisfactory rating in the Performance Appraisal process

Remuneration Package:
  • Basic Salary: N/A
  • House Allowance: N/A
  • Commuter Allowance: N/A
  • Leave Allowance: N/A
  • Medical Cover: N/A
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

19. VACANCY: TELEPHONE SUPERVISOR

Advert Number: 201811S071

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

The Telephone Supervisor Officer will be responsible to the Chief Administrative Officer/Assistant Deputy Director Facility Management for the following duties and responsibilities:-
(i) Perform minor repairs and maintenance of telephones.
(ii) Liaising with telephone technician and engineers
(iii) Ensuring proper utilization of telephone facilities.
(iv) Inducting and training staff on the job.
(v) Analyzing the telephone printouts.
(vi) Preparing shift rosters.
(vii) Supervise and appraise staff.

Requirements

(i) Served satisfactorily in the grade of Telephone Supervisor II, TSC Scale 6 for a minimum period of three (3) years.
(ii) Passed the telephone occupational test II
(iii) Attended a course in telephone operation supervision and administration at Kenya College of Communication and Technology (KCCT) or any other recognized institution.
(iv) Attended an Advanced Supervisory Management Course at Kenya College of Communication and Technology (KCCT) or any other recognized institution.
(v) Obtained satisfactory rating in the Performance Appraisal process

Remuneration Package:
  • Basic Salary: N/A
  • House Allowance: N/A
  • Commuter Allowance: N/A
  • Leave Allowance: N/A
  • Medical Cover: N/A
  • This Position will Close on 21-11-2018

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Latest TSC recruitment news- Changes in advertised Subjects Combinations in Elgeyo Marakwet County.

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The Teachers Service Commission, TSC, has given approved changes in advertised subject combinations for five schools in Elgeyo- Marakwet County; in the ongoing 100 percent recruitment exercise. This is because the advertised subjects combinations failed to attract applicants. Here are the changed combinations:

  1. Ketigol Mixed Day Secondary School- Combination changed from Agriculture/ Biology to Mathematics/ Chemistry
  2. Turesia Mixed Day Secondary School- From Physics/ Chemistry to Mathematics/ Physics
  3. Queen of Peace Chesongoch Mixed Day Secondary School- From Physics/ Chemistry to Mathematics/ Physics
  4. St. Stephen Koitugum Secondary School- From Physics/ Chemistry to Mathematics/ Physics
  5. Ismale Chelang’a Mixed Secondary School- From Physics/ Chemistry to Mathematics/ Physics.

Interested candidates can now drop their applications at the mentioned schools. Interview dates will be communicated to the applicants.

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New TSC vacancies for Trainers/ Facilitators, Subject experts and Education Technologists for primary and secondary teachers

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Advert from the Teachers Service Commission, TSC;

The Government of Kenya has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Secondary Education Quality Improvement Project and intends to apply part of the Proceeds under the contract to recruitment of facilitators, subject experts and education technologists.

The facilitators will train targeted teachers of Science, Mathematics and English in glades 7 and 8 and Form 1 to 4.

The Education specialists will support peer learning using ICT while, the subject experts will establish panels that will be responsible for reviewing and developing course content.

Who can apply;

Recruitment will be conducted through National Competitive Procurement as specified in the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers of July 201 (Procurement Regulations) and is open to all eligible applicants as defined in the Procurement Regulations.

The world bank advised that even the retired teachers be part of the facilitators and subject panelists. The subject experts, facilitators and education specialists will be hired based on the calendar activities during particular sessions and not on full time basis and the task will be within five-year period.

How to apply.

Applications will be sent to the TSC County Directors Offices in the 30 Counties targeted by the Secondary Education Quality Improvement Project (SEQIP).

Applications must be delivered to the TSC County Offices on or before 30t April, 2019.

Electronic applications will not be accepted. Late submissions will be rejected

Interviews

The date of the interview, and the successful applicants, will be communicated through TSC website (www.tsc.go.ke) and TSC County Directors’ Offices.

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TSC to organize a Teachers’ conference, asks teachers to apply for consideration

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CALL FOR PAPERS

Conference theme- “The Teacher as a Resource: Quality and Utilization”.

The Teachers Service Commission is established under the Constitution of Kenya to manage all matters of the teaching profession in Kenya. The Commission, in collaboration with stakeholders, is planning a conference on the teaching profession.

Conference objectives:
 To explore pertinent and contemporary issues in teacher training and development.
 To strengthen inclusive and innovative pedagogy.
 To expound on the role of technology in teaching and learning.
 To articulate the current regulations and policies and their implications to the teaching service.

The Conference whose theme is “The Teacher as a Resource: Quality and Utilization” will be held from 14th to 15th June 2019 at Kenyatta International Convention Centre, Nairobi, Kenya.

The sub-themes of the Conference are:
a. Teacher training and development in the 21st Century.
b. Principles and Practices of Effective Teaching and Learning in the 21st Century
c. Quality Assurance for Effective Teaching and Learning

The Commission wishes to invite prospective participants (including teachers, academicians, researchers, and education practitioners) to present papers at the Conference on the chosen sub-themes.

Abstracts of between 350 and 500 words should be submitted to Teachers Service Commission through the Email: [email protected]; Not later than 25th April 2019.

Authors whose abstracts will be accepted will be notified not later than 5th May 2019.

Abstracts should include the following:-
a. The sub-theme that the presentation will address
b. Title of the presentation
c. Name(s) and institution(s) of affiliation
d. Contact details: email and telephone number(s)

The text should be in MS-Word format (12 points, Times Roman, double-spacing),
Full papers on accepted abstracts, of not more than 4500 words should be submitted by 15th May 2019 and the power point slides by 20th May 2019.

Please note that papers submitted should be the author’s original work.

Authors of accepted papers will be expected to make their presentations during the conference. Papers presented may either be theoretical or Research Papers Research Papers may have the following structure:
a.Introduction/ Theoretical Framework;
b. Purpose(s)/Objectives;
c.Methods/Procedures;
d.Results/Findings;
e.Discussion;
f.Conclusion/ Recommendations;
g.Implications; and
h.References.

All papers should strictly follow the APA (sixth edition) format.
Submitted papers will be peer-reviewed by external reviewers, based on originality and technical quality. Accepted papers will be published in the Conference Proceedings.

Abstracts will be published in the Book of Abstracts.

Conference Fees
Registration Fee: Ksh 3000 (USD 30) Payable to: National Bank of Kenya, Harambee Avenue Branch, Account Name: Teachers Service Commission, Account Number:01001000905000, Swift Code NBKEKENX711 by 15th May 2019

CONFERENCE DESCRIPTION
Teachers Conference, Nairobi, Kenya

Conference Theme: The Teacher as a Resource: Quality and Utilization

Conference Name: – Teachers Conference 14th -15th June 2019, Kenya.

Conference Website: https://www.tsc.go.ke/teachersconference

Conference Dates: 14th – 15th June 2019

Conference Venue: Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC)

Deadline for Abstract/Paper Submissions: 25th April 2019

Call of paper submission Email: [email protected]

Conference Language: English

Conference Charges: Ksh 3000 (USD 30)

Conference Application Form: Log in https://www.tsc.go.ke/teachersconference

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TSC to appoint 47 County Scouts Coordinators in line with President Uhuru’s directive.

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The Teachers Service Commission, TSC, has moved to implement President Uhuru Kenyatta’s directive on Strengthening the Scouts movement. In November last year, 2018, the President directed TSC to deploy two teachers to each county to coordinate scouting programmes in schools.
“As we have just agreed, there will be two teachers, paid for by the National Government paid for through the Teachers Service Commission in each county to support and work with the scouting Association to help us grow the movement but, also to help us once again to instill discipline,” said President Kenyatta when he Presided over the 2018 Kenya Scouts Association’s Day at State House, in Nairobi.

Consequently, TSC Chief Executive Officer Dr Nancy Macharia has now directed County Directors to appoint County Scouts’ Coordinators to oversee the Scouts Movement’s activities. “In order to strengthen Scouting Programmes in schools, the Teachers Service Commission has approved the appointment of County Scouts Coordinators who will work with the Leadership of the Scouts Movement to Coordinate the Scouting activities,” says Dr Nancy Macharia via a circular dated 18th February, 2019.

In the Circular copied to TSC Regional Coordinators, TSC County Directors and TSC Sub- county Directors, the Commission boss says that each County shall have only one Scouts Coordinator and who will be required to work with the County scouts Movement Leadership to fully realize the objectives of the movement. The Coordinator will oversee activities at both Primary and Secondary Schools; meaning that there shall be 47 Coordinators in total appointed by the Commission. This comes even as the Education Cabinet Secretary, Dr Amina Mohammed, ordered all schools to strengthen the Guidance and Counseling Departments. Read more details here: CS Amina to all schools- Establish strong Guidance and Counseling Departments

Dr Macharia has given tough qualifications for those eyeing appointments into the new County Scouts Coordinators’ role. According to her, the appointee should:

  1. Be at the level of Senior Teacher in the Case of Primary schools,
  2. Be at the Level of Senior Master/ Mistress in Secondary Schools,
  3. Be an active and passionate member of the scouts movement and
  4. Should have demonstrated ability to Coordinate the Scouts activities in the county.

The Coordinator will have a leaner workload so as to have spare time for overseeing Scouting activities. “The appointed teacher will be allocated a smaller teaching load which the Commission will advise on in the appointment letter,” adds Dr Nancy. The Coordinators will, though, be under their respective heads of institutions and are expected to seek written approval from the heads when required to attend scouting activities. The names of nominees, as selected by the County Directors, will be sent to the Commission’s headquarters for approval and appointment; by 15th March, 2019.

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TSC Vacancy- Facilitators/ Trainers; Requirements and terms of service

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APRIL 2019 NAIROBI The Teachers Service Commission, TSC, is inviting applications for trainers/ facilitators of teachers at secondary level for mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Physics and English; and at primary level for Mathematics, Science and English.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

The Teacher Service Commission (TSC) is implementing part the component 1 of the Secondary Education Quality Improvement Project (SEQIP) on ‘improving the quality of teaching in targeted areas”. The project development objective (PDO) is to improve student learning in secondary education and transition from primary to secondary in targeted areas. The PDO will be measured through the following performance indicators both in aggregate and separately for boys and girls: (i) average test scores in Science and Mathematics subjects at form 2 in public schools in targeted sub-counties. These terms of reference refer to subcomponent 1.2 on enhancing teacher professional development.

DESCRIPTION OF REQUESTED SERVICES

The trainers/facilitators will be required to train teachers and support them in the implementation of school-based teacher support system (SBTSS). The service provider shall be responsible to the Project Coordination Units at the National and County levels to perform the following duties and responsibilities:

1. train teachers through a smart cascade system
2. take care of training materials provided to the centre for Teacher Professional Development during the training
3. conduct review meetings
4. observe lessons in targeted schools at least once per term for those not serving as teachers
5. provide pedagogical support and supervision to teachers on SBTSS for those not serving as teachers 6. record and upload data on school lesson observation and support to teachers at least once a month for those not serving as teachers
7. write training reports on SBTSS Intervention.

In carrying the duties, the trainer/facilitator shall be expected to constantly consult with the project coordinating units on effective implementation of SBTSS activities The proposed activities are as follows:
1. Attend preparatory training
2. Prepare training materials
3. Train teachers
4. Support peer learning
5. Mentor and coach teachers at school level
6. Write and submit training reports
7. Attend meetings
8. Observe lessons
9. Upload data to the website

The training under SEQIP will help address the following challenges:
1. Low teacher mastery of subject content and pedagogical content knowledge
2. Low learning outcomes.

The goals of the training will be to:
1. increase teacher mastery of subject content and pedagogical content knowledge
2. improve learning outcomes NB: The trainer/facilitator will be expected to be available on full time basis during the training.
Duration of service: The above defined service will be undertaken for twelve months from the date of signing the contract

TERMS OF PARTICIPATION
The interested applicant is to submit the following documents in English language:
1. Application for the requested service (max 2 pages)
2. Current curriculum Vitae including List of relevant trainings conducted and references

The documents should be sent by mail or through email, to reach the undersigned not later than 30th April, 2019: Teachers Service Commission Private Bag Nairobi-00100 Email: [email protected]

TERMS OF SERVICE
1. Name of client is Teachers Service Commission
2. The appointment shall commence on the date of signing the contract
3. The appointment is a one year renewable contract However; circumstances may dictate earlier termination.
4. The title of the appointment is trainer/facilitator
5. The service will be provided at INSET centres in targeted counties
6. The service will be provided during stipulated times in the year
7. The working hours are 8 hours per day starting 8.00 am to 5.00 p.m
8. The TSC will pay a training/facilitation allowance for number of days the service is provided.
9. There are no collective agreements which directly affect the terms of service

SELECTION CRITERIA
Selection of trainers/facilitators at all levels shall be done competitively to achieve competent officers to conduct training.
Key competencies to consider entail; knowledge in pedagogy, subject matter and emerging issues relevant to classroom practices, competence in developing training programmes and adapting modules to local needs. Selection of trainers/facilitators will be done by an appropriate selection panel constituted by TSC.

CRITERIA FOR SELECTING TRAINERS/FACILITATORS

Primary Level
To qualify as a primary level Trainers/facilitator, one must satisfy the following basic requirements:
a) Minimum qualification of a P1 certificate in Primary Teacher Education from a recognized institution.
b) Exemplary professional competence as a teacher demonstrated by learners’ performance.
c) Served as a teacher for at least five (5) years in either a primary school or Primary Teacher Training College
d) Demonstrated proficiency in computer use and applications.
e) Must not be a serving head or deputy head teacher.

NB: Retired teachers who demonstrate the above requirements and are not above 65 years of age are encouraged to apply.

Added advantage
a. Bachelor’s degree in education
b. Attended previous SMASE courses
c. Active member in subject association activities
d. Involvement in pupils’ science fairs
e. Holder of Trainer of Trainers certificate
f. Resourcefulness in terms of publication of academic papers, books and periodicals in a relevant subject area
g. Kenya National Examination Council examiner.

Secondary Level
To qualify to be recruited as a trainer/facilitator at Secondary school level, one must satisfy the following basic requirements:
a) Minimum qualification of a Diploma in Education from a recognized institution
b) Exemplary professional teacher competence demonstrated by subject performance
c) Served as a teacher for at least five (5) years
d) Demonstrated proficiency in computer use and applications.
e) Must not be a serving school principal or deputy principal

NB: Retired teachers who demonstrate the above requirements and are not above 65 years of age are encouraged to apply

Added advantage:
a) Degree in education
b) Attended previous SMASE courses
c) Active member in subject association activities.
d) Involvement in students’ ICT, engineering and science fairs.
e) Holder of Trainer of Trainers certificate.
f) Resourceful in terms of publication of books & periodicals in relevant subject areas.
g) Kenya National Examination Council examiner.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
The performance of the successful trainer/facilitator will be measured against the following standards.
1. Increased teacher mastery of subject content and pedagogical content knowledge
2. Improved average student test scores in science, mathematics and English subjects at form 2 in public schools in targeted sub-counties
3. Improved average pupil test scores in science, mathematics and English subjects at class in public schools in targeted sub-counties
4. Increased percentage of teachers involved in virtual peer to peer learning
5. Conduct at least 5 visits to target secondary schools
6. Conduct at least 17 visits to target primary schools

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Shocker for BOM teachers without TSC numbers as TSC digs in

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The Teachers Service Commission, TSC, has directed schools to recruit duly registered teachers only. This directive comes at the back drop of biting crisis at schools which face massive teacher shortages.The Commission is currently recruiting 5,000 teachers at high schools to bridge the shortage gap that has been created by the government’s 100 percent transition, from primary to secondary schools, policy. READ FULL DETAILS HERE; TSC to employ 5,000 secondary schools teachers

“All TSC County and Sub- County Directors are required to ensure full compliance with the registration requirements in line with the provisions of the Constitution, the TSC Act and Code of Regulation for Teachers,” reads, in part, a circular from the TSC boss, Dr Nancy Macharia.

The massive all-round government investment in the education sector may yet prove insufficient in meeting the implementation of 100 per cent transition policy from primary to secondary schools.  For example, whereas the government put the number of the shortage of teachers in secondary schools at around 60,000, the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) projects the shortfall at around 110, 000.

Dr Macharia in the circular reminds school heads to ensure the stipulated teachers’ recruitment guidelines are followed to the latter to ensure compliance. “Under Article 237 (2a) of the constitution, the Teachers Service Commission is mandated to register trained teachers. Further, section 23 (2) provides that no person shall engage in the teaching service unless such person is regarded as a teacher,” warns Dr Macharia.

The commission now wants its field officers to ensure that

  1. All teachers engaged to teach in both public and private schools are registered in line with the requirements of the TSC Act.
  2. No teacher who has been de-registered, for whatever reason, is engaged to teach or conduct training in Co- curricular activities in schools.
  3. The names of all teachers, their TSC numbers and teaching subjects are, at all times prominently displayed in the principal’s office and the staffroom.
  4. Compliance with registration requirements for private schools is continuously monitored, through physical checks, twice every term. Details of any schools that may not have complied should be forwarded by County Directors to Director (Quality Assurance and Standards) after every monitoring activity.

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TSC Vacancy- Education Technologists; requirements and terms of reference

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BACKGROUND INFORMATION

The Teacher Service Commission (TSC) is implementing part of the component 1 of the Secondary Education Quality Improvement Project (SEQIP) on ‘improving the quality of teaching in targeted areas”. The Project Development Objective (PDO) is to improve student learning in secondary education and transition from primary to secondary in targeted areas. The PDO will be measured through the following performance indicators both in aggregate and separately for boys and girls: (i) average test scores in Science and Mathematics subjects at form 2 in public schools in targeted sub-counties. These terms of reference refer to sub-component 1.2 on enhancing teacher professional development.

DESCRIPTION OF REQUESTED SERVICES

The education technologists will be required to create learning environment that support peer learning using Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the implementation of school-based teacher support system (SBTSS). The education technologist shall perform the following duties and responsibilities:

1. Sourcing for appropriate digital teaching and learning materials
2. Developing appropriate digital teaching and learning materials
3. Facilitate establishment of teachers professional learning community/groups such as WhatsApp, google group
4. Uploading to an online platform e.g. social media platform like YouTube, WhatsApp teaching and learning materials
5. Packaging digital teaching and learning materials in an appropriate format
6. Adapting digital teaching and learning resources for SNE
7. Work with facilitators to enable use of digital teaching and learning to support peer learning
8. Record and upload data on percentage of teachers involved in peer learning using ICT social media platforms

In carrying out their duties the education technologists shall be expected to constantly consult with the project coordinating units on effective implementation of SBTSS activities through use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

NB: The education technologists will also be expected to be available on full time basis during the training Duration of service The above defined service will be undertaken for twelve months from the date of signing the contract.

TERMS OF PARTICIPATION

The interested applicant is to submit the following documents in English language:

1.Application for the requested service (max 2 pages,)
2.Current curriculum Vitae including List of relevant trainings conducted and references
3 The documents should be sent by mail or through email, to reach the undersigned not later than 30th April, 2019: The secretary, Teachers Service Commission Private Bag Nairobi-00100

Email: [email protected]

TERMS OF SERVICE

1. Name of client is Teachers Service Commission
2. The appointment shall commence on the date of signing the contract
3. The appointment is a one year renewable contract However; circumstances may dictate an earlier termination.
4. The title of the appointment is education technologist
5. The service will be provided during stipulated times in the year
6. The working hours are 8 hours per day starting 8.00 am to 5.00 p.m
7. The TSC will pay agreed amount for the number of days the service is provided.
8. There are no collective agreements which directly affect the terms of service

SELECTION CRITERIA

Selection of education technologist shall be done competitively to achieve competent officers for the assignment described. Key competencies to consider entail; knowledge in Information Technology, ICT integration in education, computer pedagogy, subject matter and emerging issues relevant to classroom practices, competence in developing digital content and adapting it to local needs. Selection of education technologist will be done by an appropriate selection panel constituted by TSC.

CRITERIA FOR SELECTING EDUCATION TECHNOLOGISTS

To qualify as an education technologists, one must satisfy the following basic requirements:

a) Minimum qualification of bachelor’s degree in education or Information technology from a recognized institution.
b) Served as a teacher for at least 2 years
c) Demonstrated proficiency in computer use and ability to develop digital teaching and learning content

Added advantage
a. Bachelor’s degree in education
b. Attended previous SMASE courses
c. Active member in subject association activities
d. Involvement in pupils’ science fairs
e. Resourcefulness in terms of publication of academic papers, books and periodicals in a relevant subject area
f. Kenya National Examination Council examiner

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
The performance of the successful education technologist will be measured against the following standards:
1. Increased percentage of teachers supported in peer learning using ICT
2. increased percentage of teachers involved in virtual peer to peer learning
3. Upload digital teaching and learning resources across all learning areas at least once in a month
4. Adapting digital learning resources to SNE .

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TSC- Requirements for employment of new teachers

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The Teachers Service Commission, TSC, has released new recruitment requirements for teachers to be employed by the Commission. Here are the guidelines to be observed when recruiting post primary institutions’ teachers:

GUIDELINES FOR RECRUITMENT OF TEACHERS-POST PRIMARY INSTITUTIONS-2018/2019

1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION

(a) Following the advertisement for recruitment of teachers, Boards of Management are required to conduct the selection process for the advertised vacancy(ies) in their institutions
(b) The selection panel will be expected to exercise the highest degree of transparency and accountability, as stipulated in the Public Officers Ethics Act, and TSC Code of Conduct and Ethics 2015. The Head of Institution is required to induct the panel members on the relevant sections of the Act before the commencement of the selection exercise.
(c) All applicants must be registered teachers as per section 231) of the Teachers Service Commission Act, 2012. Those without Registration Certificates must attach a printout of the application form/payment receipt as evidence of application for registration.
However, successful candidates who fail to meet registration requirements will not be recruited.
(d) Applicants who apply for confirmation of results from KNEC should give the address of the County Director where they have submitted their application.
(e) Applicants working in other Government departments and who meet the requirements are eligible to apply
(f) Applicants will be required to submit their applications to the Secretary, Board of Management of the respective institution with a copy to the office of the respective TSC Sub-county director
(g) Heads of Institutions MUST acknowledge al applications upon receipt and, on completion of the selection process, promptly advise those who do not meet the criteria (specifying the reasons).
(h) The TSC Sub-County Director shall compile a list of a applicants in every institution for ease of reference and present it during the interview.
(i) The date, venue and time of the interview should be displayed on notice boards at the County, Sub-Counties, Zonal and Institutional offices.
j) Heads of institutions should communicate to all applicants through SMS (short message service) 7 days before the actual date of interview. This provision MUST be strictly observed to ensure that all applicants are notified of the interview date, venue and time.
(k) All applicants, irrespective of gender, ethnicity or home county should be given equal opportunity. However, in case of a tie: consideration will be given to:
i)Applicant (s) with disability(ies)
i) Quality of certificates presented, KCSE, KCE; Higher aggregate KCSE/KCE grade should first be considered. If the candidates tie at the aggregate grade the subject grades should be used.
iii) Preference will be given to the applicants who have NOT been previously employed by the commission
iv) The names of interviewed candidates ranked in order of performance during the selection process for each vacancy (appendix i w then be submitted to the Commission.

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2.0. AUTHENTICITY OF ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL DOCUMENTS

a) Applicants must present original and legible photocopies of the following documents:
i) National Identification Card
ii) CPE/KCPE certificates
i KCE/KCSE certificates (include first attempt certificate if repeated exams)
iv)Diploma/Degree Certificates and official transcripts
v) Primary and Secondary Schools leaving certificates

NB:
Provisional transcripts shall not be accepted Where names on the submitted documents differ, the applicant will be required to submit a sworn affidavit.
b) The selection panel shall vet each applicant to verify that:
(i). He/she meets the requirements of the TSC advertisement.
(ii). All the submitted original academic and professional certificates, as well as official transcripts are authentic. The Secretary, Board of Management should certify photocopies of the certificates and authenticate the information provided to the TSC County Director.
iii) A proof of application for confirmation of results from KNEC has been
availed where the certificates are missing
NB: The onus is on the concerned teacher to follow up with KNEC for the confirmation of results within 14 days after the interview date.
Where results have been confirmed, the original statement of confirmation of results MUST be submitted together with Application for Employment form
c) Once the interview process is completed, the results must be communicated to the applicants the same day and the successful candidate(s), from the merit list, issued with the TSC Application for Employment Form.
d) It is the responsibility of the TSC County Director/Representative to ensure that the:
i. Exercise is fair and transparent.
ii. Successful applicant (s) on the merit list fill the Application for Employment form.
e) The Secretary of BOM should ensure the Application for Employment form is correctly filled by the successful applicant without any erasure or defacing
f) The completed form(s) together with the other relevant documents should be submitted to the TSC County Director’s office. The TSC County Director, upon verification and ensuring that a the requirements are fulfilled, will submit the recruitment documents to the TSC Headquarters within the stipulated timeline.

3.0 SELECTION PANEL

The selection panel shall consist of the following seven (7) members:
a) Chairman, Board of Management- Chairman
b) Two (2) members of the Board- Members
c) Head of Institution- Secretary
d) Deputy Head of Institution- Member
e) Subject Specialist- Member
f) The TSC County Direcior/representative- Member

TOTAL: 7

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3.1 SELECTION PANEL FOR SCHOOLS WITHOUT BOMs

a) TSC County Director- Chairman
b) Head of Institution- Secretary
c) Deputy Head of Institution- Member
d) Subject Specialist- Member
e) TSC Sub County Director- Member
f) TSC Human Resource Officer- Member
g) PA Chairman- Member
TOTAL: 7

4.0 SELECTION CRITERIA

a). The Secretary Board of Management shall present a compiled list of all applicants to the selection panel.
b)The selection panel shall harmonize the list of applicants with that of the TSC Sub- County Director and conduct interviews for those who meet the criteria. The County Director should note any inconsistency[ies), make decision(s) based on the guidelines and advise the Candidates/panel and the Commission accordingly.

Applicants shall present themselves in person to the selection panel. The panel shall score each candidate based on the selection score guide (appendix I (a) or l (b).

5.0 QUALIFICATIONS

i) Graduate Teachers

Applicants must have a minimum mean grade of C+ (plus) at KCSE and C+ (plus) in each of the two teaching subjects or two (2) principles and one () subsidiary pass at ‘A’ Level. In addition, they must have:
a) A Bachelor of Education Degree with two (2) teaching subjects.
b) A Bachelor of Science or Arts Degree plus a Post Graduate Diploma in
Education(PGDE) with two teaching subjects.
c). Bachelor of Science with EducationBachelor of Arts with Education with two teaching subjects.

NB:
(i) Bachelor of Education holders with a mean grade of C Plain and C Plain in the two teaching subjects at KCSE and have undertaken a Diploma i Education or gone through the A level system in the relevant area(s) are eligible.
(ii) Bridging /Pre-university certificates for those who completed the bridging course before December 31St 2015 can be considered.

(ii) Diploma Teachers

Applicants must have a minimum mean grade of C+ (plus) at KCSE or its equivalent with at least C+(plus) (or credit pass) in the two teaching subjects or one (I) principle and two (2) subsidiaries at ‘A’ level. In addition, they must have a Diploma in Education from a recognized teacher training Institution.
NB: Diploma Teachers who graduated on or before 2008 with a mean grade of C (plain) and C (plain) in the two teaching subjects are eligible.

iii ) Technical Teachers.

Applicants must have a minimum mean grade of C+ (plus) at KCSE or its equivalent with at least C+(plus) (or credit pass) in the two teaching subjects or one () principle and two (2) subsidiaries at ‘A’ level In addition, they must have:
(a) Bachelor of Education Technology (Bed TECH). OIR
(b)
(i) Bachelor of Science (Bsc) in any relevant technical
Subject[s)/ Course.
(ii) Higher Diploma in a Technical course or
(iii) A Diploma in a Technical Course Further, they should have a Diploma in Technical Teacher Education from Kenya Technical Teachers College (KTTC) or a Post Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) from a recognized University
(c) Persons With Disability (PWD) Hearing impaired and Blind, are admitted for training with mean grade of C and C in the two teaching subjects thus are eligible
(d) For applicants trained in Special Needs Education, KSL and Braille are
considered as teaching subjects e.g. Biology/KSL, Geography/Braille.
NB:
1) Candidates whose training is in subjects that are currently not in the curriculum do not qualify, irrespective of their having undertaken a Post Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) and enhancement. e.g. Bachelor of Science /Bachelor of Arts in:

Natural Resources
Meteorology
Forestry
Animal Husbandry
Horticulture
Farm Machinery
Fisheries
Anthropology
sociology
Theology/Divinity
Journalism etc.
2) Applicants with Economics/Commerce/Accounting, Social Education and Ethics (SEE) can apply for Business Studies and CRE/IRE vacancies respectively.
3)Diploma Teachers with English/other subject qualify for employment as English/Literature teachers.
4) All applicants must have studied the two teaching subjs at KCSE except for Agriculture, Business Studies, Home Science, and Computer. where an applicant did not study business Studies and Computer, he/she should have attained a minimum of C+ (Plus) in Mathematics in KCSE. where an applicant did not study Agriculture and Home science, he/she should have attained a minimum of C+ in Biology at KCSE
(i) Graduate Teachers should have studied a minimum of eight (8)
course units in each teaching subject.
(i) Candidates presenting enhancement certificate(s)/official transcripts in a teaching subject(s) from recognized institution (s) qualify for employment.
(ii) Applicants previously employed under contract and whose services were terminated due to inadequate units in teaching subjects and have since obtained enhancemen certificates with adequate units are eligible to apply
(iv) Applicants applying for computer studies MUST have taken a course on teaching methods.

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6.0 VALIDATION OF DOCUMENTS BY TSC COUNTY DIRECTOR

The County Directors should:
i. Ensure that the employment forms have all the attachments required.
ii. Vet the recruitment documents to verify that the applicant(s) recruited qualify for employment as per the provisions of the recruitment guidelines
iii. Ensure the Principal has signed section C of the employment form confirming the candidate qualifies/merits to be employed.
iv. Compile any complaints received and submit report on appropriate action taken or recommendations to the Commission.

7.0 DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED TO THE TSC HEADQUARTERS

The TSC County Director is required to hand over the following documents to the TSC Headquarters:
(a) Duly filled application form(s) for employment together with a copy of the acknowledgement of receipt of application for employment, certified copies of academic certificates, professional certificates and all official transcripts, identity card and two passport size photographs in respect of successful candidate(s).
(b) A list of all applicants in order of merit for the advertised vacancies in Appendix (II (clearly mark the candidates who failed to attend the interview).
(c) Duly signed minutes of the Board of Management.
(d) A commitment letter duly signed by the candidate binding him/her to teach in the station for a minimum period of five (5) years, and 3 years in the case of North Eastern region
(e) Completed selection score guide duly signed
(f) Copy of teacher registration certificate/evidence of application for registration.
(g) Certified copy of the bank plate
[h) Duly completed pay point particulars form
(i) Copy of KRA PIN certificate
(j) Copy of NHIF certificate
(k) List of applicants who are Persons with Disabilities (PWD).

8.0 COMPLAINTS

a) Any candidate who is dissatisfied with the process can make a complaint in writing to the TSC County Director not later than seven (7) days after the selection process and send a copy to the TSC Headquarters.
b The TSC County Director should within 7 days address all complaints raised after the selection process has been completed and thereafter inform the headquarters on the action taken.

9.0 IMPORTANT NOTES

a) Under no circumstances shall the Application for Employment form be defaced or photocopied for use.
b Clarification and advice on issues of qualifications arising from these guidelines, should be sought from the TSC County Directors or the TSC Headquarters if need be using the following numbers 0202892193, 0202892135 or 0202892133, 0202892171
c) Whereas the Commission has delegated its teacher recruitment function, pursuant to Section 20 of the TSC Act, t shall continue exercising this mandate directly as stipulated under Article 237 of the Constitution.
Attached find the following Appendices for use during the selection exercise:
Appendix i: a). Selection Score Guide for Secondary Schools
b). Grading System
Appendix ii: Checklist (TSC and BOM)
Appendix III: List of interviewed candidates.
Appendix IV: Declaration form I
Appendix V: Declaration form II
Appendix VI: List of applicants with special needs

APPENDIX III: CHECK LIST

BOARD OF MANAGEMENT CHECK LIST
The successful applicants will be required to submit the following to the Secretary, Board of
Management:

Duly signed application for employment letter
Duly signed commitment letter to serve in the school for a minimum period of five (5) years and three (3) years in the case of North Eastern region
Original and certified copies of the following
i. National Identity card (both sides)
li. 2 passport size photographs
ii. Certificates and testimonials KCPE/CPE, ‘O’ Level (KCSE), ‘A’ LEVEL,
Degree, Diploma/SI.
iv. Official Academic transcripts
v. Teacher Registration certificate/evidence of application for registration.
vi. KRA PIN certificate
vii. Bank Plate
viii.Duly filled pay point particulars form
ix. NHIF card
x. Primary and secondary school leaving certificates
xi. Acknowledgement of receipt of application for employment
NB: The Principal/Secretary Board of Management is expected to verify and certify all the
above documents.
TSC CHECK LIST
The Secretary, Board of Management is required to submit the following to the TSC Sub – County Director
Minutes of the selection panel duly signed
Completed selection score guide duly signed
Duly signed commitment letter to serve in the school for a minimum period of five
(5) years and three (3) years in the case of North Eastern region
Certified copies of the following:
i. National ldentity card (both sides)
ii. 2 passport size photographs
ii. Certificates and testimonials – KCPE/CPE, ‘O Level (KCSE), ‘A’ LEVEL,
Degree, Diploma/SI
iv. Official Academic transcripts
V. Teacher Registration certificate/evidence of application for registration.
vi. KRA PIN certificate
vii. Bank Plate
viii.Duly filled pay point particulars form

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TSC- Complete list of the 30 counties where facilitators/ trainers, subject experts and education technologists’ posts are available

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The Teachers Service Commission, TSC, has advertised vacancies for Facilitators/ Trainers, Subject Experts ans Education Technologists. The facilitators will train targeted teachers of Science, Mathematics and English in glades 7 and 8 and Form 1 to 4. The Education specialists will support peer learning using ICT while, the subject experts will establish panels that will be responsible for reviewing and developing course content.
TSC is implementing part of the component 1 of the Secondary Education Quality Improvement Project (SEQIP) on ‘improving the quality of teaching in targeted areas”. The Project Development Objective (PDO) is to improve student learning in secondary education and transition from primary to secondary in targeted areas. The recruited officers will thus enable the Commission carry out this task. Those who meet the set criteria (see related content; at the end of this feature) have up to 30th April, 2019, to submit their applications to the respective TSC County Directors.

Here is the full list of Counties and Sub- counties where the Project will be implemented; in Primary and Secondary schools (both Public and Private schools):

1). Baringo County (3 Sub- counties): Baringo North, East Pokot and Marigat.
2). Bomet County (2 Sub- counties): Chapalungu and Sotik
3). Bungoma County: Bungoma West, Cheptais and Mt. Elgon.
4). Busia County: Bunyala, Busia, Butula, Nambale, Samia, Teso North and Teso South.
5). Elgeyo Marakwet: Marakwet East and Marakwet West.
6). Garissa: Balambala, Dadaab, Fafi, Hulugho, ijara and Lagdera.
7). Homa Bay County: Suba.
8). Isiolo County: Garbatula, Isiolo and Merti.
9). Kajiado County: Kajiado Central and Loitokitok
10). Kakamega County: Butere, Kakamega South, Khwisero, Likuyani, Lugari and Navakholo.
11). Kilifi County: Ganze, Kaloleni, Magarini and Marindi.
12). Kisii County: Marani and Nyamache.
13). Kitui County: Ikutha, Kyuso, Mumoni, Mutito, Mutomo, Mwingi Central, Nzambani, Tseikuru and Mwingi East.
14). Kwale County: Kinango, Kwale and Msambweni.
15). Laikipia county: Laikipia North.
16). Machakos County: Masinga and Yatta.
17). Makueni County: Kathonzweni, Kibwezi, Makindu, Makueni and Nzaui.
18). Mandera County: Banisa, Lafey, Mandera Central, Mandera East, Mandera North and Mandera West.
19). Marsabit County: Chaibi, Horr North, Loiyangalani, Marsabit, Moyale, Sololo and Marsabit South.
20). Migori County: Kuria East, Kuria West and Uriri.
21). Murang’a County: Kandara, Kigumo and Murang’a East.
22). Nandi County: Tinderet.
23). Narok County: Trans Mara East.
24). Samburu County: Samburu Central, samburu East and Samburu North.
25). Taita Taveta County: Taveta.
26). Tharaka Nithi County: Tharaka North and and Tharaka South.
27). Tana River County: Bura (Tana North), Tana Delta and Tana River.
28). Turkana County: Kibish, Loima, Turkana Central, Turkana east, Turkana North, Turkana south and Turkana West.
29). Wajir County: Buna, Eldas, Habaswein, Tarbaj, wajir East, Wajir North, Wajir South and Wajir West.
30). Pokot County: Pokot Central, Pokot North, Pokot South and West Pokot.

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TSC Vacancy- Subject Expert; Requirements and terms of service

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BACKGROUND INFORMATION

The Teacher Service Commission (TSC) is implementing part of the component 1 of the Secondary Education Quality Improvement Project (SEQIP) on ‘improving the quality of teaching in targeted areas”. The project development objective (PDO) is to improve student learning in secondary education and transition from primary to secondary in targeted areas. The PDO will be measured through the following performance indicators both in aggregate and separately for boys and girls: (i) average test scores in Science and Mathematics subjects at form 2 in public schools in targeted sub-counties. These terms of reference refer to subcomponent 1.2 on enhancing teacher professional development.

DESCRIPTION OF REQUESTED SERVICES

The subject expert will be required to spearhead the coordination and development of schoolbased teacher support system (SBTSS) programmes in accordance with Project Appraisal Document and in consultation with the project coordinating units; The subject expert duties and responsibilities shall entail:

i. developing course content and training manuals and ensuring their quality;
ii. preparing individual work plans;
iii. developing relevant training materials and equipment;
iv. facilitating training sessions;
v. conducting monitoring and evaluation of training activities at all levels;
vi. conducting research;
vii. integrating ICT and mainstreaming special needs education in the area of specialization; and
viii. preparing and disseminating training reports.

NB: The subject expert will be expected to be available on full time basis during the training Duration of service The above defined service will be undertaken for twelve months from the date of signing the contract

TERMS OF PARTICIPATION

The interested applicant is to submit the following documents in English language:
1. Application for the requested service (max 2 pages)
2. Current curriculum Vitae including list of relevant trainings conducted and references. The documents should be sent by mail or through email, to reach the undersigned not later than 30th April, 2019:
The commission secretary Teachers Service Commission Private Bag Nairobi-00100 Email: [email protected]

TERMS OF SERVICE
1. Name of client is Teachers Service Commission
2. The appointment shall commence on the date of signing the contract
3. The appointment is a one year renewable contract. However; circumstances may dictate an earlier termination.
4. The title of the appointment is education technologist
5. The service will be provided during stipulated times in the year
6. The working hours are 8 per day starting 8.00 am to 5.00 p.m
7. The TSC will pay an agreed amount for the number of days the service is provided.
8. There are no collective agreements which directly affect the terms of service

CRITERIA FOR SELECTING SUBJECT EXPERTS
To qualify as a subject expert, one must satisfy the following basic requirements:
a) Bachelors degree in Education with a major in the area of specialization or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
b) Served as a teacher for at least 5 years;
c) Demonstrated proficiency in computer use and ability to develop digital teaching and learning content.

Added advantage
a. SMASE Trainer
b. Resourcefulness in terms of publication of academic papers, books and periodicals in a relevant subject area
c. Kenya National Examination Council examiner

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

The performance of the successful subject experts will be measured against the following standards.
1. Increased teacher mastery of subject content and pedagogical content knowledge
2. improved average student test scores in science, mathematics and English subjects at form 2 in public schools in targeted sub-counties
3. improved average pupil test scores in science, mathematics and English subjects at class 7 and 8 in public schools in targeted sub-counties

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MPs, Unions give TSC green light to hire over 87,000 intern teachers to plug shortages

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The Teachers Service Commission, TSC, has been given a go ahead to lay down strategies on how about 87,000 intern teachers will be hired to plug the teething shortages at public schools. While appearing before the National Assembly’s Education Committee yesterday, TSC Chief Executive Officer, Dr Nancy Njeri Macharia, told the legislators that about 87,000 intern teachers were required to ease the workload burden on the existing teaching staff. “We need these interns so that they can help us in addressing the shortage as we look for money to hire teachers on permanent terms,” Dr Macharia told the Committee. She requested the Committee to increase the Commission’s annual budget by Kshs. 27.6 billion this year; from the current Kshs 226 billion to 253.6 billion, so as to enable them recruit new teachers, promote those who are due for promotions and to implement the third phase phase of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, CBA. The TSC CEO told the Legislators that a total of 3,296 teachers who have recently attained higher qualifications are due for promotions. She said 1,650 teachers have graduated with Bachelors of Education Degrees, 11 have attained post graduate diplomas, 4 have doctorates and 1,635 more have attained Masters degrees. This number is, however, lower than that quoted by KNUT. The Union projects the number at over 12,000. Read more details here:Over 12,000 teachers who attained higher qualifications are yet to be promoted- KNUT

According to the TSC boss, of the Kshs. 27.6 billion requested; Kshs 13 billion will be used to implement the CBA in July, 2019. A further Kshs 3.9 billion would go into promoting teachers and effecting yearly salary increments. KShs. 6.5 billion will be used to recruit 10,000 teachers on permanent basis while, Kshs 3.5 billion will be for staff replacements.

A TSC proposal to employ teachers on contract terms has in the past received fierce opposition from both the Kenya National Union of Teachers, KNUT, and the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers, KUPPET. But, yesterday the two unions seemed to be warming up to the proposal. The KNUT Secretary General, who is also an ODM (Orange Democratic Movement) nominated Member of Parliament and a member of the Education Committee, gave the proposal a thumbs up but warned that the terms of engagement for the intern teachers must be in line with the Labour laws. “If the interns will not be automatically absorbed, then we shall oppose the initiative,” warned Sossion.

The Hon Julius Melly chaired Education Committee approved Dr Macharia’s request and told TSC to develop a policy framework; spelling out the terms of recruitment for the interns and which will be tabled in parliament for approval. Hon Mell, who is also a Member of Parliament for Tinderet Constituency, directed Dr Macharia to present the policy frame work to the by Monday 25th February, 2019 so as to be presented to Parliament’s Budget and Appropriations Committee. Hon Sossion was quick to give a caution, though, that the policy must clearly spell out timelines for the intern teachers to be absorbed permanently. “The policy must state that once teachers graduate they shall be absorbed as interns and also state that they shall work for a certain period of time after which they will be automatically employed on permanent basis,” advised Hon Sossion.

on her part, Dr Macharia said the about 100,000 teachers working in secondary schools can not cope with the increased workload; which has been occasioned by the influx of learners through the government’s 100 percent transition policy. According to the TSC boss, secondary schools require an additional 49,750 more teachers, while primary schools are in need of 37,643 teachers. This brings the total teacher requirement to 87,393 as at now.

When the Commission last employed teachers on contract basis, it was paying Kshs 14,000 for those in Secondary schools and Kshs 10,500 for their counterparts in Primary schools. The Commission is currently recruiting a total of 5,000 teachers in Secondary schools to mitigate the staffing gaps due to the 100 percent transition that has stretched both the physical and human resources. The Education Ministry says the transition from primary to secondary schools, this year, has hit 92 percent countrywide. Records at the TSc indicate that Kakamega, Kitui and Bungoma lead other counties with the highest shortages of teachers at both public primary and secondary schools. The MPs told TSC to consider counties that are most understaffed when advertising new vacancies.

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