The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has announced recruitment for qualified secondary school teachers and college tutors to serve as assessors for this year’s KCSE oral and practical examination papers.
In a statement on 10 June, the Council said the recruitment drive will run from June 10 to July 30, 2025, targeting educators to assess specialized papers during the 2025 KCSE exams.
Successful applicants will receive on-the-job training during the assessment period.
KNEC further stated that teachers already listed in its database of assessors need not apply.
The subjects open for assessment include Power Mechanics (447/2), Electricity (448/2), Aviation Technology (450/2), French Oral (501/3), German Oral (502/3), Arabic Oral (503/3), Kenyan Sign Language Signing Practical (504/3), and Music Practical (511/1).
KNEC Qualifications for Assessor
Applicants must be practicing teachers or tutors in the relevant subject area and should be registered with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) or a recognized professional body.
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They must hold a Diploma or a higher qualification in Education or in the relevant specialty.
Additionally, candidates should possess at least three years of teaching experience to ensure adequate classroom competence.
Applicants should also be 50 years old or younger and must not be under interdiction or facing any disciplinary action at the time of application.
For those applying in the field of Aviation Technology, it is specifically required that they hold a Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must apply through the KNEC examiner portal at https://examiners.knec.ac.ke.
Those with existing CP2 accounts can log in using their credentials, while new users are required to create an account and complete a personal profile.
Only applicants who meet all criteria and submit the necessary documents will be shortlisted, KNEC noted.
The Council’s recruitment aims to ensure the integrity and effectiveness of the oral and practical components of the national examinations.
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For additional inquiries, candidates are advised to contact KNEC through official communication channels.
KCSE Examination Dates
KNEC had released the official timetable for the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams.
According to the schedule, national assessments kicked off in January 2025 with students beginning project work in subjects such as Agriculture and Computer Studies, which are expected to be completed over a seven-month period.
The mandatory rehearsal will take place on Friday, October 17.
Written examinations will begin on Monday, November 3, 2025, starting with English Paper 1 and Chemistry Paper 1. The following day, Tuesday, November 4, will see candidates sit for Mathematics Paper 1.
The examination period will wrap up on Friday, November 21, 2025, with Physics practicals marking the final assessment.
KNEC stated the importance of adequate preparation for both students and teachers, while also issuing a firm warning against any form of cheating, stating that severe consequences await those involved in exam malpractice.
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