Job Vacancies at Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA)

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Description: The Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) was set up in 2015 as set out in the Kenya National Qualifications Framework (KNQF) act no. 22 of 2014 (and KNQF Regulations, 2018) to help coordinate and harmonize the various levels of education; and to create a database of all qualifications in t… The Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) was set up in 2015 as set out in the Kenya National Qualifications Framework (KNQF) act no. 22 of 2014 (and KNQF Regulations, 2018) to help coordinate and harmonize the various levels of education; and to create a database of all qualifications in the country. The KNQF which the authority has developed and is now implementing is part of Kenya's international commitments to develop an accurate, reliable and robust database of all qualifications in the country that will allow for comparability, equation, recognition and information sharing of qualifications globally. View more View less

Job Details

Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Degree, High/Secondary School
Job Experience: Mandatory
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: Nov 13, 2026
Salary: Undisclosed

Job Description

Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) – Vacancies
Category: Government / Public Service / Education & Qualifications Management
Posted: 27th October 2026
Deadline: 13th November 2026

Open Jobs

  1. Qualifications Framework Officer, Advocacy and Capacity Building
  2. Qualifications Framework Officer, Registration and Accreditation
  3. Driver
  4. Qualifications Framework Officer, Standards and Quality Assurance
  5. Qualifications Database Officer

Minimum Requirements (Likely)

Applicants should:

  • Hold relevant academic qualifications in Education, Quality Assurance, Public Administration, Information Management, Data Management, Social Sciences, Business Administration, or related fields depending on the position applied for.
  • Have relevant work experience in qualifications management, accreditation, quality assurance, stakeholder engagement, database administration, transport services, or public sector operations.
  • Demonstrate strong communication, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Be knowledgeable in public sector policies, regulatory frameworks, and education or qualifications systems.
  • Possess high levels of professionalism, integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
  • Be proficient in the use of computer applications and digital information management systems where applicable.

Role-Specific Expectations

  • Qualifications Framework Officers – Advocacy and Capacity Building should be experienced in stakeholder engagement, training, public awareness programs, partnership development, and capacity-building initiatives.
  • Qualifications Framework Officers – Registration and Accreditation should possess knowledge of accreditation processes, compliance requirements, qualification recognition, and institutional registration procedures.
  • Drivers should hold a valid driving license, demonstrate safe driving practices, vehicle maintenance knowledge, and familiarity with transport regulations.
  • Qualifications Framework Officers – Standards and Quality Assurance should have expertise in quality assurance frameworks, standards development, monitoring, evaluation, and compliance assessments.
  • Qualifications Database Officers should be skilled in database management, records administration, data analysis, information systems, and data quality assurance.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications, detailed CVs, and relevant supporting documents, clearly indicating the position applied for, in accordance with Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) application guidelines.

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Application deadline: Nov 13, 2026 · 17 days left to apply
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