Teachers interested in becoming examiners for the Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA) can now apply for training, following an announcement by the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC).
In a public notice issued on Tuesday, March 4, KNEC confirmed that the training sessions would take place between March and April 2025, with applications currently ongoing.
The training aims to equip teachers with the necessary skills to assess Grade 9 learners under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).
Training Details and Costs
The training will be conducted in two phases:
- Online Training – Shortlisted candidates will first receive digital learning materials and instructions on how to access the training.
- Physical Training – Trainees will later attend in-person sessions at a venue that will be communicated later. The training will be strictly residential.
The training fee is Ksh 10,500, and KNEC clarified that only shortlisted teachers will be informed about payment procedures.
Upon successful completion, the trained examiners will be engaged by KNEC to mark KJSEA assessments, based on personnel needs for each subject paper.
How to Apply for the Training
Teachers interested in the training must apply through the KNEC Examiners’ Portal via examinersapp.knec.ac.ke.
For Applicants with CP2 Accounts:
- Log in using the username and password associated with your CP2 account.
- If you’ve forgotten your password, click on ‘reset password’, enter your mobile number in the format (2547******)**, and submit to receive a reset link.
For Applicants Without CP2 Accounts:
- Click on ‘Create Account’ and follow the provided instructions to set up login credentials.
Application Process:
- Log into the KNEC Examiners’ Portal.
- Complete your profile information and save it.
- On the dashboard, click ‘Apply for Training’ to view the available vacancies.
- Select the relevant training opportunity and submit your application.
Eligibility Criteria for Training
To qualify for the KNEC examiners’ training, an applicant must:
✅ Be a practising teacher in the relevant subject at the Grade 9 level.
✅ Be registered or employed by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) or Public Service Commission (PSC).
✅ Hold a minimum qualification of a Diploma in Education.
✅ Have at least three years of teaching experience.
✅ Be free from interdiction or any other disciplinary action by TSC.
✅ Be 50 years of age or below.
✅ Obtain a recommendation from their head of institution.
What Next for Qualified Examiners?
Upon completing the training, successful examiners will be contracted by KNEC to mark KJSEA assessments. Their engagement will depend on subject needs and available marking positions.
The training initiative is part of KNEC’s efforts to ensure high standards in the assessment and evaluation of Junior Secondary learners, contributing to the effective implementation of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).
Interested teachers are encouraged to apply early and take advantage of this opportunity to become certified examiners.
