Manager, Industrial Training Centre (Grade 3 NITA/HR&A/07/05/09/2021– 1 post

The Manager Industrial Training Center will be reporting to the Director General and will provide industrial skills development, assess industrial skills, assist in development of industrial training curricula, charge for goods and services offered by the centre and promote industrial training activities in the regions.

Job Description
The Manager Industrial Training Center is responsible for the following:
i. Integrating labour market information inti skills development through skills training;
ii. Implementing industrial training programmes of the institution;
iii. Assessing industrial training for the formal and informal sector;
iv. Charging course, hostel fees, trade test centre fees and for any other goods and services offered by the centre to grow revenue through enterprise functions;
v. Serving as regional promoters for all NITA products and services;
vi. Implementing Centre’s policies and objectives;
vii. Implementing the Authority’s strategic plan;
viii. Undertaking training development that supports the industry at the Centre;
ix. Initiating curriculum development and review with respect to emerging industry development trends;
x. Providing machines and general infrastructure that support training and industrial skills upgrading;
xi. Undertaking activities concerning trainee admissions, provision of supplies and support of welfare services;
xii. Maintaining the schemes of work, work/lesson plans, and assessment evidence according to the set standards using curriculum approved by the Kenya National Qualification Framework;
xiii. Mobilizing resource mobilization through partnerships to support development projects for the Authority;
xiv. Establishing MOUs with stake holders and maintain good relationships stakeholders through direct prospecting and marketing to the industry;
xv. Implementing the decisions of the Authority as guided by the Chief Executive Officer;
xvi. Implementing NITA’s policies and plans governing the Centres in liaison with the Director Industrial Skills Development and Director Registration and Compliance and other relevant stakeholders in the region;
xvii. Assessing, monitoring, evaluation and reporting on industrial training programme;
xviii. Managing all available resources prudently and;
xix. Promoting industrial training schemes and activities across all regions on the country.
Person Specifications
For appointment at this position, a candidate must have: -
i. A minimum period of twelve (12) years in relevant work experience and at least four (4) years in management role in a position in the Public Service or Private Sector;
ii. A Masters Degree in any of the following disciplines: mechanical, electrical/electronics, computer science, information communication technology, automotive, building and construction, refrigeration and air conditioning, agribusiness, P.V. solar installation, hair dressing and beauty therapy, textile, fashion & design, Human Resource, Mathematics, Business Administration, Physics, Chemistry, Finance any other occupational field or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
iii. A Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines: mechanical, electrical/electronics, computer science, information communication technology, automotive, building and construction, refrigeration and air conditioning, agribusiness, P.V. solar installation, hair dressing and beauty therapy, textile, fashion & design, Human Resource, Mathematics, Business Administration, Physics, Chemistry, Finance any other occupational field or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
iv. Professional qualification and membership where applicable;
v. Proficiency in computer applications;
vi. Demonstrated results in work performance; and
vii. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the constitution.
Note: Management course will be an added advantage

Mode of Application
1.    For details of the job description and specification of the above advertised positions, visit our website. Candidates are also required to download and duly fill the NITA APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT FORM REF. No. NITA /HR & ADM/HRP/01 from the NITA website www.nita.go.ke

2.    Interested persons who meet the requirements should submit their application through Post Office, email, or by hand delivery, clearly indicating the position and job reference number on both in the cover letter and envelope, together with a detailed CV, Copies of Academic Certificates, Copy of National Identity Card, Names and Telephone Contacts of three referees, so as to reach the Authority by 31st August 2021, 5.00 PM (East Africa Time) to:

THE CHAIRPERSON HUMAN RESOURCE, GOVERNANCE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE OF NATIONAL INDUSTRIAL TRAINING BOARD.
P.O. Box 74494- 00200 NAIROBI.
Email: [email protected]

Shortlisted candidates will be required to present Originals of the following documents during the interviews:
1) National Identity Card;
2) Academic and Professional Certificates and transcripts;
3) Any other supporting documents and testimonials; and
4) Clearances from the following bodies:
•    Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);
•    Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);
•    Any of the registered Credit Reference Bureaus (CRB); and
•    Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)
Please note:
1.    NITA is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution  Chapter 232(1) on Fair Competition and Merit, Representation of Kenyan diverse communities and Affording equal employment opportunities to Men and Women, Members of all Ethnic groups and persons with disabilities. THEREFORE, PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES, THE MARGINALIZED AND MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
2.    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
3.    Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.