MSU/ACA/SNE/05/24

Requirements for Appointment:

•  Diploma in Special Needs Education or equivalent qualification in a relevant field from a recognized institution with at least Three 3 years relevant work experience;
•  A bias in English, Kiswahili, Music and Mathematics Braille;
•  A minimum of KCSE Grade of C plain in English and Kiswahili subjects respectively;
•  Conversant with technology for persons with visually impairment;
•  Ability to repair braille machines; and
•  Proficiency in relevant computer applications.

Duties and Responsibilities

•  Brailling and transcribing examinations, assignments and continuous assessment tests;
•  Brailling learning materials for students and staff;
•  Providing technical support to lecturers in braille courses and related areas;
•  Tutoring and reinforcing instruction of Braille to students as directed by the course lecturer;
•  Brailling and transcribing examinations, assignments and continuous assessment tests;
•  Maintenance of Braille equipment and materials;
•  Delivering completed brailled/ transcribed materials;
•  Preparing and maintaining records of braille transcription services provided;
•  Brailling learning materials for students and staff;
•  Providing support to students and staff with visual disability;
•  Attending trainings, workshops and seminars for personal growth and welfare of individuals with visual disability;
•  Providing technical support in procurement of braille learning resources; and
•  Any other duty as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time