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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Assessment and Certification OfficerSenior Examinations OfficerIntern, Assessment and Certification DepartmentICT System Analyst and MIS Administrator

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: MONCTON, NB, CA
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$0/hr - $1000/hr

Summary

Results-driven professional with extensive experience in assessment logistics, quality assurance, and risk management, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 standards. Skilled in curriculum design, research, and data analysis using STATA, SPSS, and Excel, with strong expertise in ICT, digital collaboration platforms, and online learning tools. Trained in Corporate Governance, Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, Competency-Based Education, and Strategic Leadership, bringing a unique blend of technical, analytical, and leadership skills. Currently advancing academic qualifications through an MBA in Corporate Management and PGDE in Education, offering proven ability to deliver strategic solutions, digital innovations, and organizational efficiency in both online roles and corporate environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Assessment and Certification Officer

TVET Curriculum Development Assessment and Certification Council (TVET CDACC)
07.2020 - 08.2025
  • Lead the development and implementation of competency-based assessments (CBA) for various vocational education and training (TVET) programs.
  • Design, validate, and review assessment tools, ensuring alignment with national occupational standards and industry requirements.
  • Oversee the accreditation and certification processes for assessment centers, ensuring compliance with TVET regulations.
  • Provide ICT support for the efficient operation of the Assessment Portal, managing user access and resolving technical issues.
  • Conduct training workshops for trainers and assessors on best practices for CBA, enhancing the quality of TVET assessments across institutions.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders, including government agencies, training providers, and industry experts, to improve assessment standards and frameworks.
  • Maintain a comprehensive database of registered assessors and verifiers, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of data.
  • Monitor and evaluate the performance of assessment centers to ensure continuous improvement in assessment quality and reliability.

Senior Examinations Officer

Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC)
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Coordinated the planning, scheduling, and execution of school and post-school examinations, ensuring adherence to timelines and logistical requirements.
  • Managed examination integrity, implementing quality assurance measures to prevent irregularities and ensure the reliability of assessment results.
  • Oversaw the recruitment, training, and evaluation of examiners, ensuring their competency and adherence to KNEC’s standards.
  • Processed and analyzed examination results, verifying marks, calculating grades, and ensuring accuracy in result compilation and recording.

Intern, Assessment and Certification Department

TVET Curriculum Development Assessment and Certification Council (TVET CDACC)
05.2019 - 06.2020
  • Assisted in the development and validation of Competency-Based Assessment (CBA) tools and plans for vocational programs, ensuring alignment with national standards.
  • Coordinated the registration of assessment centers in the TVET CDACC portal, assigning codes and managing user access to maintain an organized system.
  • Participated in the development of National Occupational Standards and curricula for various vocational sectors, contributing to the continuous improvement of TVET programs.
  • Supported the implementation of CBA methodologies by participating in the Training of Trainers (ToT) sessions and workshops for TVET institutions.
  • Helped profile, maintain, and update the database for assessors and verifiers, ensuring accurate records for regulatory compliance.
  • Participated in external assessments at various assessment centers, observing and documenting the process to ensure adherence to TVET CDACC guidelines.

ICT System Analyst and MIS Administrator

National Assembly of Kenya – Tinderet Constituency Office
05.2018 - 05.2019
  • Managed the organization, storage, and retrieval of parliamentary information and records, ensuring efficient access to critical data for members and staff.
  • Developed and maintained databases to manage parliamentary documents, archives, and records, ensuring the integrity and security of sensitive information.
  • Facilitated knowledge sharing and dissemination by implementing systems for the timely distribution of reports, research findings, and other vital information to members of Parliament.
  • Conducted in-depth research and analysis on legislative issues, policies, and topics of interest, providing comprehensive support to lawmakers in formulating effective laws.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Information Science (IT and MIS) Specialization in Knowledge Management

The Technical University of Kenya
01.2018

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - undefined

Metcieti Boys Secondary School
01.2013

MBA - Management Information Systems

KCA University
Nairobi, KE
12-2026

Post Graduate Diploma in Education - Education Technology

KCA University
Nairobi, Kenya
04-2026

Skills

    Core Professional & Technical Skills
  • Assessment & Certification Management – end-to-end handling of assessment materials (packaging, dispatch, collection, verification, storage & disposal) with compliance to ISO standards
  • Risk, Quality & Compliance – preparation of risk registers, quality assurance frameworks, and compliance reporting
  • Research & Data Analysis – advanced skills in econometrics, regression, and statistical modeling using STATA, SPSS, and Excel
  • Curriculum & Instructional Design – development of competency-based curriculum and learner-centered pedagogy
  • Strategic & Corporate Governance – policy alignment, institutional strategy, and governance practices
  • ICT & Digital Skills – proficiency in MS Office Suite, Google Workspace, Zoom, MS Teams, data visualization, ICT integration, and online learning platforms
  • 🎓 Professional Trainings Attended
  • KNQA: Quality Assurance & National Qualifications Framework
  • Open University of Kenya: Corporate Governance
  • Open University of Kenya: Data Science & Artificial Intelligence
  • TVET CDACC: Skills Development & Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET)
  • ISO 9001:2015 (QMS): Implementation & Auditing
  • ISO 27001:2013 (ISMS): Information Security Management
  • Leadership & Strategic Management
  • Research Methodology & Data Analysis
  • Pedagogy & Instructional Methods

Accomplishments

  • Played a key role in developing and validating assessment tools that increased the precision and fairness of Competency-Based Assessments (CBA) within TVET institutions.
  • Coordinated the accreditation of additional assessment centers, expanding the reach and credibility of the TVET qualifications, improving the overall certification process.
  • Led initiatives to streamline examination schedules and result processing at the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC), reducing turnaround time by 20%.

LANGUAGES

English - Fluent
Swahili - Native

Timeline

Senior Examinations Officer

Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC)
08.2022 - 08.2023

Assessment and Certification Officer

TVET Curriculum Development Assessment and Certification Council (TVET CDACC)
07.2020 - 08.2025

Intern, Assessment and Certification Department

TVET Curriculum Development Assessment and Certification Council (TVET CDACC)
05.2019 - 06.2020

ICT System Analyst and MIS Administrator

National Assembly of Kenya – Tinderet Constituency Office
05.2018 - 05.2019

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - undefined

Metcieti Boys Secondary School

Bachelor of Science - Information Science (IT and MIS) Specialization in Knowledge Management

The Technical University of Kenya

MBA - Management Information Systems

KCA University

Post Graduate Diploma in Education - Education Technology

KCA University

HOBBIES

Enjoy reading books and articles on technology, Actively involved in mentoring youth and young professionals
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