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Assistant Director, Printing & Publishing
CountyNairobiCityNot specifiedContractFull TimePosted2026-09-22Close dateNot specifiedExperience12 yearsSourceMyJobMag Kenya
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The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) is hiring an Assistant Director, Printing & Publishing in Nairobi. The role involves formulating publishing strategies, managing intellectual property, overseeing production quality and cost-effectiveness, and leading a departmental team. Candidates need a Master’s degree in Printing Technology, Media Production, Communication or a related field and at least 12 years’ experience, including 3 years at a comparable senior level.
- Senior leadership role in printing and publishing at a government institute
- Requires Master’s degree and 12 years’ experience, including 3 years at senior level
- Based in Nairobi, full-time position
- Involves strategy, quality assurance, IP management and team leadership
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- The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) was established by the Government of Kenya on the 14th of January 2013 under an Act of Parliament-Act No.4 of 2013, to provide research based curricula and curriculum support materials responsive to the needs of the society.
- Assistant Director, Printing & Publishing
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Qualification
- BA/BSc/HND
- ,
- MBA/MSc/MA
Experience
- 12 years
- Location
- Nairobi
- Job Field
- Media Production and Entertainment
- Duties and
Responsibilities
- Formulate publishing strategies, policies, plans and budgets for the development of publishing of quality and superior products and services.
- Develop and implement of an effective framework of interpreting, monitoring and evaluating the
Education
- and learning areas curriculum designs and developing publishing plans to guide the development of quality publications.
- Supervise the development and implementation of an effective framework for a publishing quality review and assurance.
- Manage the intellectual property of the Institutes products and services.
- Guide on enhancement and optimal use of technology as a business facilitation tool.
- Review production estimates to ensure cost-effectiveness, accuracy and timely provision of production cost information to internal and external clients for informed decision-making.
- Guide on production specifications, quality standards and operating procedures to ensure that all printed and published materials meet institutional, technical, and customer quality requirements.
- Supervise, mentor and evaluate the performance of direct reports, providing leadership, technical guidance, and capacity building to ensure effective achievement of departmental objectives and optimal staff productivity.
- Undertake analysis of performance and recommends strategies required for improvement.
- Foster a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good citizenship within the Department.
- Prepare quarterly and annual reports for the Department
- Requirement for Appointment
- Cumulative twelve (12) years’, three (3) of which should be at Principal Printing & Publishing Officer KICD Grade 5 or comparable position;
- Master’s degree in Printing Technology, Media Production, Communication, or related field;
- Bachelor’s degree in Printing Technology, Graphic Communication, Media Production or related qualification from a recognized institution;
- Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
- Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
- Demonstrated high level of professional competence and leadership; and
- Proficiency in computer applications
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- Method of Application
- Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit their applications for the advertised position(s) at the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD). All applications MUST be addressed to the
- Director/Chief Executive Officer, Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development,P.O. Box 30231–00100, Nairobi, and submitted through the designated virtual application link:
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