Job Description

Department Of Education

Designation : SNR ASSESSMENT OFFICER - SCHOOL BASED ASSESSMENT (LOWER PRIMARY, UPPER PRIMARY & HIGH/SECONDARY) (Code- EDU23-01075)

Job Description / Responsibilities:

1. PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

1.1 Develop and produce relevant policy guidelines for the development, administration and evaluation of School Based Assessment (Lower Primary, Upper Primary and High/Secondary School) and other relevant assessment interventions.

1.2 Plan and coordinate the School Based Assessment (Lower Primary, Upper Primary and High/Secondary School) for development, trialing, administering, analyzing the results and reviewing for use in respective subjects and grades at different educational levels.

1.3 Design standards monitoring tests for use in schools, and provide in-service training and advice on standards monitoring program activities and materials relevant for schools usage.

1.4 Mentor, coach and encourage section heads and staff to achieve excellence in their work area, and authorize training for the officers.

1.5 Perform any other duties as directed by the Assistant Secretary for Standards & Monitoring.

1.6 Incorporate Gender Equity and Social Inclusion Principles and values of Honesty, Integrity, Accountability, Respect, Wisdom and responsibility in programs, activities and initiatives to foster positive work ethics.

2. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

2.1 Qualification

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education.
  • Post-Graduate qualification in Education or relevant is preferable.

2.2 Knowledge

  • Knowledgeable in the curriculum and assessment system.
  • Knowledge in elements of sampling methodologies.

2.3 Skills

  • Management and leadership
  • Financial management
  • Statistical and analytical skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Communication skills, both written and oral
  • Computing Skills

2.4 Work Experience

  • Work experience in the Department of Education
  • Minimum of 5 years Teaching experience
  • Coordination of School Based Assessment activities.
  • Development of internal School Based Assessment guidelines and Assessment plan.

Job Type:

Full Time

Language Requirements:

English

Salary(per annum):

K44,330 – K54,182

Job Location:

NCD - PNGEI