Section 13 of the KSG Act mandates the Council to recommend a person for appointment by the Cabinet Secretary as Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the School.

• Providing strategic policy direction for improved service delivery in training and human resource development in Civil Service and Counties;
• Developing and implementing an effective performance management system;
• Developing and implementing Strategic Plans and Performance Contracts;
• Providing leadership in learning, consultancy and research services designed to inform public policy, promotion of national development and high standards of competence in the Public service;
• Implementing the decisions of the Council;
• Ensuring efficient and effective use of financial and human resources, management of information systems and regular financial reporting as required;
• Maintaining effective collaboration and partnerships with organs of Government and Government Agencies, County Governments, International Organizations, Private Sector and other Stakeholders;
• Providing leadership in mainstreaming Information Communication Technology in the operations of the School;
• Promoting values and principles spelt out ¡n Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya in the operations of the School; and
• Ensuring the achievement of the goals and objectives of Kenya Vision 2030, Devolution and other Government and Inter-Governmental programs and projects that rely on training, consultancy and research.

• Minimum of a Masters degree or higher academic qualifications in Education, Business or related Social Science fields from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Continuing Membership of a Professional Association/body will be an added advantage;
• Minimum of ten (10) years relevant professional experience ¡n a senior management and leadership position in the public service or private sector;
• Demonstrate experience in executive management, leadership in training with knowledge of trends in public service skills training and competencies;
• Knowledge of the organization and functions of Government;
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of national goals, policies and development objectives including the Kenya Vision 2030;
• Demonstrate leadership and management capacity including knowledge of financial management and strategic people management;
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on leadership and integrity; and
• Be a Kenyan Citizen.

• Being a visionary, transformative and results-oriented strategic thinker;
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
• Capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines; and
• Be Self-driven, a team-player and mentor/coach.

• The Director General will serve on contract for a period of five years, renewable once subject to satisfactory performance; and
• Salary and other benefits attached to this position will be as determined by the Council in consultation with the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.

• Relevant academic and professional certificates, National Identity Card or Passport, testimonials and other relevant supporting documents.
• Valid clearance certificates from the following bodies:
• Kenya Revenue Authority;
• Higher Education Loans Board;
• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission; and
• Certificate of good conduct from the Criminal Investigation Department.