Deputy Director - Quality Assurance

kasneb was established as a state corporation under the National Treasury by the Government of Kenya on 24 July 1969. The mandate of kasneb is the development of syllabuses, conduct of professional, diploma and technician examinations, and certification of candidates in accountancy, finance, credit, governance and management, information technology and related disciplines.

Role Purpose

Reporting to the Director, Accreditation and Quality Assurance, the Deputy Director will be responsible for overseeing and ensuring the integrity, security, and excellence of the examination processes and activities. This senior role involves coordinating the processing of results, analyzing performance metrics to inform strategy, and leading quality management system implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate quality assurance of examination processes and activities.
• Coordinate the processing of examination results and preparation of examinations release reports and statistics.
• Coordinate analysis of candidates’ performance and preparation of performance reports and recommendations to inform future improvements.
• Review controls designed to safeguard the security and integrity of examinations.
• Coordinate collaborations and partnerships with foreign examination bodies.
• Initiate, develop and implement quality assurance policies.
• Coordinate review, implementation and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Coordinate confirmation of authenticity of certificates issued by the Board.
• Coordinate risk management within the Division.

Person Specifications and Requirements

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• A cumulative service period of fifteen (15) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been in the grade of Assistant Director, Examinations or in a comparable position.
• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Economics, Business Administration, Finance, Education, Law or any other relevant qualification from a recognised institution.
• Master’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Education, Law or any other relevant qualification from a recognised institution.
• Membership to any of the following professional bodies: Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK), Institute of Certified Secretaries (ICS), Institute of Certified Investment and Financial Analysts (ICIFA), Law Society of Kenya (LSK) or a relevant professional body and in good standing.
• Leadership Course Certificate lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognised institution.
• A valid practising certificate/license where applicable.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through the provided link attaching an application letter, curriculum vitae, certified copies of transcripts, certified copies of academic and professional certificates, national identity card, testimonials, and names and addresses of three referees. The application letter should indicate the "JOB TITLE AND REFERENCE NUMBER" (HRM/AQA/DDQA/2/2026) of the position applied for and be addressed to:

The Secretary/Chief Executive Officer KASNEB P.O. Box 41362-00100 Nairobi, KENYA.

Please note that applications must be received on or before Friday, 29 May 2026 by 11.59 p.m (East African Time).