The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has invited qualified teachers and teacher educators to apply for training in item writing.
In a notice, KNEC said the training is part of its efforts to enhance the implementation of Competency-Based Assessment (CBA).
According to the council, the training aims to build educators' capacity to develop quality test items, which are critical for assessing learner competencies effectively.
KNEC is targeting professionals currently teaching in either Primary School Grades 4, 5, and 6; Junior School Grades 7 and 8; Senior School (teachers for Grade 10 learners in 2026); Teacher training colleges (DTE-PP&P and DSTE); and Stage-Based Pathway levels (Foundation, Intermediate or Prevocational).
Applicants must meet several minimum requirements, including unquestionable integrity, professional or subject-area expertise, and at least three years of teaching experience.
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Additionally, they must be registered with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) and be recommended by their head of institution.
Additionally, applicants must be conversant with current curriculum designs in their areas of specialization and possess relevant academic and professional qualifications.
KNEC noted that only new applicants will be considered, urging those already trained in item writing not to apply again.
Online applications must be submitted by April 11, 2025, through the portal http://examinersapp.knec.ac.ke.
