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Assistant Director, Technical Services
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, Technical Services in Nairobi. The role involves coordinating electronic, electrical and technical programmes, supervising equipment acquisition and maintenance, and advising management on technical requirements and infrastructure needs. Candidates need a Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent and at least 12 years’ experience, including three years at a senior/principal-level position.
- Senior technical leadership role at a government institute in Nairobi
- Requires Master’s in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent
- Minimum 12 years’ experience, with 3 years at senior/principal level
- Covers technical projects, procurement, maintenance and compliance
- Full-time position under KICD’s Technical Services function
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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.
- Ssistant Director, Technical Services
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Qualification
- BA/BSc/HND
- ,
- MBA/MSc/MA
Experience
- 12 years
- Location
- Nairobi
- Job Field
- Engineering / Technical
- Duties and
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the planning and implementation of the Institute’s electronic, electrical and other technical programmes and projects, including preparation of technical specifications and cost estimates.
- Provide technical evaluation and professional advice on proposed projects, equipment and systems to inform procurement, installation and investment decisions.
- Supervise the acquisition, installation, commissioning and final acceptance of technical equipment and systems, ensuring compliance with approved specifications and quality standards.
- Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance of the Institute’s technical equipment and systems to ensure reliability, safety and operational continuity.
- Ensure proper management, storage, security, inventory and utilisation of technical hardware, software and related resources.
- Supervise technical staff and contractors undertaking technical projects, maintenance and related services, and ensure compliance with professional and safety standards.
- Monitor technical projects, equipment and systems, identify risks and operational challenges, and recommend appropriate corrective and improvement measures.
- Prepare technical reports and provide advice to Management on technical requirements, emerging technologies and infrastructure needs.
- Ensure compliance with applicable technical, safety, environmental, procurement and other statutory
- as may be assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the Institute’s mandate.
- Requirement for Appointment
- Cumulative twelve (12) years’, three (3) of which should be at Principal Engineer/Technologist KICD Grade 5 or comparable position;
- Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering/technology or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/ Electronic Engineering/technology or equivalent 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;
- Computer literacy;
- Demonstrated managerial, administrative, and professional competence in work performance and results; and
- Fulfill the
Requirements
- in the management of technical services.
- Perform any other duties and
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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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