The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is an independent Commission established under Article 237 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

The Commission invites applications from qualified, experienced, result oriented and highly motivated Kenyans to fill the position below:

Interested candidates are requested to visit the Commission website www.tsc.go.ke  for more information about the vacancy. Applications should be received not later than 5:00 p.m. on 13th August, 2024.

 The Teachers Service Commission is an equal opportunity employer as per the Constitutional provisions and law. Persons with disabilities (PWDs) are encouraged to apply.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ADVERT NO. 41/2024: DIRECTOR HUMAN RESOURCE AND DEVELOPMENT, TSC GRADE 3

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Servedin the grade of Senior Deputy Director or Deputy Director, Human Resource/Development for a minimum period of three (3) years;

OR

Eight years (8) experience in a comparable position;

• Bachelor’sdegree in Human Resource Management;

OR

Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Education, Business Administration, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution plus a Diploma in Human Resource Management from a recognized institution;

• CertifiedHuman Resource Professional (CHRP-K);
• Master’sdegree from a recognized Institution is an added advantage;
• Membershipto Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM)in good standing;
• HumanResource Management Practicing Certificate from IHRM;
• Certificatein Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Metthe requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution; and
• Demonstratedmerit and ability as reflected in work performance and

Duties and responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: –

• Interpreting,implementing and ensuring compliance of Human Resource Policies and Procedures;
• Developingand ensuring implementation of Human Resources strategy;
• Providingguidance on compensation and benefits;
• Overseeing development, implementation and monitoring of the Directorate budget and procurement plan;
• Executingperformance management systems and Operational Plan for the Directorate;
• Undertakinghuman resource planning;
• Ensuringimplementation of the risk management strategies and Audit recommendations;
• Overseeingthe implementation of the Directorates commitments in the Citizens’ Service Delivery Charter;
• Establishing partnershipsand collaborations for capacity building;
• Overseeingtraining and development function;
• Maintainingadequate and competent Human Resources for the Secretariat;
• Overseeing,developing, implementing of Career Progression Guidelines (CPG);
• Ensuringintegrity and safety of employee data;
• Managingemployee relations;
• Overseeingthe management of promotion of common cadre grades for teachers;
• Payrolladministration management;
• Overseeingstaff welfare schemes;
• Overseeingpension management; and
• Supervisingand guiding employees in the Directorate for optimum

The terms and remuneration benefits for this Grade:

Basic Salary Scale: Kshs.328,006 – Kshs.416,568 House Allowance: Kshs.60,000

Commuter Allowance: Kshs.20,000

Leave Allowance: As provided in TSC Secretariat Annual Leave: 30 working days per calendar year

Medical Cover: As provided in the TSC Secretariat Medical Scheme

Terms of Service: Five (5) years contract renewable once subject to satisfactory performance