Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development

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Overview

Act: Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development Act, No. 4 of 2013
Formed: 2014
CEO: Prof. Charles Ochieng’ Ong’ondo
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The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) was established in 2014 under the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development Act, No. 4 of 2013. Its primary mandate is to develop, review, and evaluate the national curriculum for education at all levels, from pre-primary to tertiary institutions. KICD ensures that the curriculum aligns with national educational goals and addresses emerging needs. It plays a key role in promoting quality education by designing appropriate learning materials, advising on educational policy, and supporting the implementation of the competency-based curriculum in Kenya.

CEO: Prof. Charles Ochieng’ Ong’ondo

Prof. Charles Ochieng’ Ong’ondo is the Director/CEO of the Kenya Institute of
Curriculum Development (KICD). He holds a PhD in English Language Teacher Education from the University of Leeds, UK, and a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Research Methodology from Warwick University, UK. With over 16 years at Moi University, he has
expertise in teacher education, curriculum design, and research.

Management Team

Prof. Charles Ochieng’ Ong’ondo

Chief Executive Officer/ Director

Eunice Gachoka

Senior Deputy Director – Educational Media Directorate

Jacqueline Onyango

Senior Deputy Director – Curriculum and Research Services

Board of Governors

Prof. Charles O. Ong’ondo

CEO/Secretary to the Council

Johnson Nzioka

Member

Dr. Elyas Abdi Jillaow

Member

FCPA Julius Mwatu

Co-opted Member

Dr. David Njengere

Member

Wesley Too

Member

Florence Ngarari

Member

Functions

Curriculum Development: Develop and review curricula for various levels of education, from pre-primary to tertiary institutions.
Curriculum Evaluation: Assess the effectiveness and relevance of existing curricula and make necessary improvements.
Design Learning Materials: Create and recommend textbooks and other instructional materials for schools and institutions.
Support Curriculum Implementation: Provide technical support to educators, schools, and institutions in implementing curricula.
Promote Competency-Based Curriculum: Lead the adoption and implementation of the competency-based curriculum (CBC) across Kenya.
Educational Research: Conduct research to assess educational needs and develop strategies for curriculum enhancement.
Policy Advice: Advise the government on curriculum policies, innovations, and reforms.
Capacity Building: Provide training to teachers, administrators, and other education stakeholders on curriculum-related matters.
Monitoring and Evaluation: Monitor the implementation of curricula and evaluate their impact on educational outcomes.
Public Engagement: Engage with the public, including parents and students, to gather feedback on curriculum issues and improve educational practices.

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