Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

i. Minimum of twelve (12) years relevant work experience, four (4) of which must have been in management level;

ii. Minimum of Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences from a recognized institution;

iii. Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Sciences from a recognized institution;

iv. management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;

v. proficiency in computer applications; and

vi. shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance;

Duties and responsibilities will entail:

i. providing technical support in the development of natural sciences policies;

ii. developing regular briefs and prompt communication on the section issues;

iii. developing budgets for the natural sciences programme;

iv. developing budget and work plans for the implementation of natural sciences programme activities within a given financial year;

v. developing natural sciences reports and publications for dissemination;

vi. ensuring accurate and appropriate reporting of UNESCO related activities in Kenya for dissemination to relevant stakeholders;

vii. undertaking capacity building in natural sciences sector;

viii. implementing annual operational plans to enhance quality management of the division effective processes, systems and internal controls;

ix. initiating research and collaborations with partners in natural sciences programme;

x. preparing relevant documents required to enhance direction and advice to the Kenyan natural sciences system through the ministry of natural sciences;

xi. mobilizing local and international support for the execution of the natural sciences programmes activities;

xii. producing natural sciences programme reports and publications;

xiii. monitoring and evaluating implementation of natural sciences programme and activities;

xiv. ensuring quality written speeches and country position papers for national, regional and international meetings;

xv. undertaking staff appraisal and performance contract reporting; and

xvi. any other duties as may be assigned.