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Assistant Director, Printing & Publishing Job KICD

Job Title: Assistant Director, Printing & Publishing
Date Posted: 22/09/2026
Job Type: Full Time
Job Level: Director
Employer: Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development
Industry: Media
Salary: Open
Location: Nairobi
Country: Kenya
Deadline: 09/10/2026

Media Jobs, KICD Jobs. Assistant Director, Printing & Publishing directs publishing operations and educational material production, requiring a Bachelor’s Degree in Publishing/Printing/Mass Comm, Management Course, and 12+ years experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Formulate publishing strategies, policies, plans and budgets for the development of publishing of quality and superior products and services.
  • Develop and implement of an effective framework of interpreting, monitoring and evaluating the education and learning areas curriculum designs and developing publishing plans to guide the development of quality publications.
  • Supervise the development and implementation of an effective framework for a publishing quality review and assurance.
  • Manage the intellectual property of the Institutes products and services.
  • Guide on enhancement and optimal use of technology as a business facilitation tool.
  • Review production estimates to ensure cost-effectiveness, accuracy and timely provision of production cost information to internal and external clients for informed decision-making.
  • Guide on production specifications, quality standards and operating procedures to ensure that all printed and published materials meet institutional, technical, and customer quality requirements.
  • Supervise, mentor and evaluate the performance of direct reports, providing leadership, technical guidance, and capacity building to ensure effective achievement of departmental objectives and optimal staff productivity.
  • Undertake analysis of performance and recommends strategies required for improvement.
  • Foster a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good citizenship within the Department.
  • Prepare quarterly and annual reports for the Department

Requirements

  • Cumulative twelve (12) years’, three (3) of which should be at Principal Printing & Publishing Officer KICD Grade 5 or comparable position;
  • Master’s degree in Printing Technology, Media Production, Communication, or related field;
  • Bachelor’s degree in Printing Technology, Graphic Communication, Media Production or related qualification from a recognized institution;
  • Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
  • Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
  • Demonstrated high level of professional competence and leadership; and
  • Proficiency in computer applications

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit their applications for the advertised position(s) at the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD). All applications MUST be addressed to the

Director/Chief Executive Officer, Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development,P.O. Box 30231–00100, Nairobi, and submitted through the designated virtual application link

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