KNEC Announces Training Of KJSEA Examiners: Application, Criteria, And Costs

The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has officially announced plans to train examiners who will be responsible for assessing the Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA) for Grade 9 candidates.

In a notice published on Tuesday, March 4, KNEC stated that the training program would be conducted between March and April 2025, immediately after the application and selection process is complete.

This initiative is aimed at ensuring that qualified teachers are well-equipped with the necessary skills to evaluate the assessments effectively and maintain high standards in the examination process.

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The council further stated that only shortlisted applicants would be contacted with details on payment and further instructions. The training sessions will be offered at a fee of Ksh 10,500, which will be payable only by those who have successfully been shortlisted.

KNEC clarified that any payment details would be communicated directly to the selected individuals, ensuring that no unqualified persons attempt to pay for the program.

The first part of the training will take place virtually, where trainees will be guided on how to access online training materials and undergo initial theoretical lessons.

After the online training, participants will be required to attend a residential in-person training session at a venue that will be communicated later. This session will involve practical exercises and further orientation on marking the KJSEA assessments.

KNEC has emphasized that the physical training is strictly residential, meaning that all participants must stay at the designated venue for the entire duration of the program.

Once the training is complete, successful examiners will be engaged by KNEC to mark the KJSEA assessments, depending on the personnel requirements for each subject.

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Application Process for KJSEA Examiner Training

Teachers interested in applying for the training must submit their applications online through the KNEC Examiners’ Portal using the link: examinersapp.knec.ac.ke.

Applicants who already have CP2 accounts (KNEC’s Contracted Professionals system) should log in using their existing usernames and passwords.

The CP2 portal is an online system developed to streamline the management of contracted professionals, including examiners, supervisors, and invigilators.

For applicants who may have forgotten their CP2 passwords, KNEC has provided a password recovery option:

1. Click on the ‘reset password’ button.
2. Enter your registered mobile number in the format (2547******)**.
3. Submit the request to receive a new password via SMS.

For those who do not have CP2 accounts, they are required to follow these steps:

1. Click on ‘Create Account’ on the CP2 portal.
2. Follow the instructions provided to register and acquire login credentials.
3. Once logged in, complete your profile details and save the information.
4. On the dashboard, click on ‘Apply for Training’, where all available training vacancies will be listed.
5. Select the relevant training session and submit your application.

KNEC has urged all applicants to double-check their details to avoid any errors that may lead to disqualification.

Eligibility Criteria for Examiner Training

To qualify for the KJSEA examiner training program, applicants must meet specific criteria set by KNEC. These requirements ensure that only competent and experienced educators handle the assessment process. The eligibility conditions include:

1. The applicant must be a practising teacher in the relevant subject areas at the Grade 9 level.
2. The teacher must be registered or employed by either the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) or the Public Service Commission (PSC).
3. The applicant must hold at least a Diploma in Education.
4. A minimum of three years of teaching experience is required.
5. The applicant must not be under interdiction or facing any form of disciplinary action from the TSC.
6. The teacher must be recommended by their head of institution, confirming their credibility and competence.
7. Applicants must be 50 years or below at the time of application.

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