DEPUTY DIRECTOR, TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL SKILLS DEVELOPMENT – Ministry of Skills Audit and Development 451 views

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the formulation, implementation and review of National Vocational training policy and programmes in line with the Ministry’s strategic plan and national development imperatives.
• Coordinate the implementation of policies and strategies in liaison with the country’s technically oriented public entities in order to resuscitate and carry out special apprenticeship training programmes.
• Coordinate the development of standards and models for modernization of technical and vocational centres.
• Manage the development of systems to enhance policy coherence with education institutions to enable the education system to produce students with necessary technical skills to meet the needs of industries.
• Manage career guidance programmes in schools from an early age in liaison with relevant education Ministries and industry.
• Organise regular consultations with key and relevant stakeholders on Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes, infrastructure and curricula.
• Foster strong partnerships with government agencies, industry partners, training institutions, and communities to build consensus and mobilize resources for TVET.
• Advocate for increased investment in TVET and raise awareness about the value of technical and vocational skills.
• Coordinate research and analysis to identify emerging trends in technology, industries, and the global job market, informing TVET programme development and future-proofing skills.
• Stay abreast of international best practices in TVET and adapt them to the national context.
• Supervise, coach and counsel subordinates.

Requirements

• A Degree in Social/ Industrial Psychology, Adult Education, Labour studies, Development Studies, Development Planning or equivalent.
• A Master’s Degree in related field(s) is an added advantage.
• A minimum of six (6) years relevant professional experience in technical and vocational skills development and management.
• A high degree of maturity, self-discipline, initiative and creativity.
• Show an understanding of public sector related legislative and accountability framework.
• Vocational Training Expertise: In-depth knowledge of TVET systems, curricula design, competency-based training; familiarity with industry-relevant standards.
• Policy Formulation and Review: Expertise in developing/reviewing national policies for technical and vocational skills development; knowledge of international best practices.
• Sector-Specific Knowledge: Understanding of priority sectors and training requirements; awareness of green and digital skills trends.
• Program Design and Implementation: Ability to design and monitor large-scale programs; experience in developing inclusive initiatives for underserved populations.
• Quality Assurance: Proficiency in establishing quality assurance mechanisms and familiarity with accreditation processes.
• Strategic Vision: Ability to define forward-looking vision aligned with Ministry goals; leadership in TVET innovation.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration: Proven ability to work with government, private sector, and development partners.
• Advocacy and Representation: Expertise in advocating for TVET investment; representing the Ministry at high-profile forums.
• Team Leadership and Capacity Building: Experience in leading multidisciplinary teams and building institutional capacity.
• Change Management: Capacity to lead change initiatives within the TVET sector.
• Program Management and Execution: Expertise in managing complex programs and developing work plans/budgets.
• Resource Mobilization and Management: Skills in securing funding and managing financial/human resources.
• Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting (M&E): Advanced abilities in implementing M&E frameworks and preparing detailed reports.
• Communication and Public Awareness: Strong communication skills; proficiency in leveraging media platforms.
• Innovation and Problem-Solving: Capacity to implement creative solutions to TVET challenges.

How to Apply

Job Code: POST B