KNQA Council Members
An overview of the KNQA Council; the governing body responsible for guiding and overseeing the strategic direction of KNQA. Kindly Click to view the profile.


Hon. Kiptis, EBS is a career educationist and trade unionist. He is the former governor of Baringo County (2017-2022). He served as Kenya National Union of Teachers (Knut) Eldama Ravine Executive Secretary (2001-2017). He also served as a member of the National Executive Council (Knut) between 2006 and 2017 and Treasurer (Knut) Baringo from 1996- 2001.As a career educationist, he has played a critical role in the promotion of Education in the Country. He has fought for improved terms and conditions of service for teachers, protected teachers’ interests as workers generally – including legal representation in disputes. He holds a Masters of Business Management (Strategic Management) 2009-2013 from Kenya Methodist University, Bachelor of Education (Arts) from Catholic University of East Africa. He served as a teacher for years and mentored many Kenyans.










Dr. Alice Kande is the Director General / CEO of the Kenya National Qualifications Authority. Prior to her appointment as the CEO, Dr. Kande served as the Deputy Director in charge of Planning Policy and Outreach at KNQA. She has also previously worked at the Commission for University Education as a Senior Researcher and has a wealth of experience in the education sector having served as the founding Head of Business Department and Lecturer at Riara University, taught at Moi University and Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology.
Dr. Kande holds a doctorate degree in Business Administration (Strategic Management) from JKUAT, a Masters in Business Administration and Bachelor of Education both from Kenyatta University.
During her tenure at KNQA, Dr. Kande has championed development and roll-out of key national policies such as the Recognition of Prior Learning; Kenya Credits Accumulation and Transfers System as well as Kenya National Classification Coding System all aimed at enhancing access and inclusion in education and training as well as promoting portability, comparability and global competitiveness of national Qualifications.
Dr. Kande is a member of the Kenya Institute of Management; Academy of International Business – Sub-Saharan Africa Chapter; and is currently involved in development of Regional and continental qualifications frameworks such as IGAD Qualifications Framework, and Africa Continental Qualifications Framework (ACQF).


Mr. Collins Oyuu is the Secretary General of the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT), a body whose key objective is to fight for improved terms and conditions of service for teachers and protect their interests. Prior to his appointment as SG, he worked as the acting KNUT national chairman. Mr. Collins was a teacher at Ruma Primary School in Siaya County. His long-standing affair with union leadership started in 1996 when he was elected branch executive committee member in the same county. His star continued to rise and in 2002 he was elected the chair of the Bondo Branch. Six years later (2008) he became secretary of the Rarieda branch and in 2013 joined the Knut National Steering Committee.

CHRP. Beatrice Cherotich Bii is a career human resource specialist who also serves as vice chairperson of Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM), will represent the Association of Professional Society of East Africa (APSEA). She holds a Bachelor of Business Management-Human Resource Management from University of Kabianga and a Certified Human Resource Practitioner of Kenya (CHRP-K).

Mr. Isaiah Odiwuor Ochelle is a council member representing the PS National Treasury. He holds Master’s Degree in Public Policy (MPP) from University of Erfurt, Germany and a Bachelor’s Degree in B.A Economics (First Class Honours) from the University of Nairobi. He is currently a Deputy Director Budget at the National Treasury

Prof. Mike Kuria is the Commission Secretary of the Commission for University Education. Mike Kuria was formally the Deputy Executive Secretary of the Inter‐University Council for East Africa (IUCEA) whose mandate includes quality of higher education in the East African Community (EAC) Partner States. Prof. Kuria has wide experience with higher education and quality in the region having been the Director of the Centre for Quality Assurance at Daystar University for 10 years from 2011 to 2015. He was the founding Secretary General of the East African Quality Assurance Network (EAQAN). He holds a PhD in English from the University of Leeds, UK.


Ms. Evelyne Owoko is a council member representing the Ministry of Education Directorate of Standards and Quality Assurance. Ms. Evelyne Owoko is the Director Quality Assurance and standards. She holds a Masters in Educational Administration and Planning. She joined the Ministry of Education in 1998 as Inspector of Schools and served in Eastern and Nairobi Provinces before being transferred to the Headquarters in 2003. In March 2022 she was deployed as Director Policy Partnership and East African Community Affairs where she served for 5 months until September 2022 when she was appointed the Director Quality Assurance & Standards. She represents the Ministry at the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development, Kenya National Examinations Council and Kenya National Qualifications Authority as a Board Member.

Mrs. Jacqueline Mugo, EBS is the Chief Executive Officer, of the Federation of Kenya Employers. She holds a Bachelor of Laws (University of Nairobi) and a Higher Diploma in HRM, from the Institute of Personnel Management. Her key expertise lies in employee relations and human resources management. She has worked in different capacities including being the resident magistrate, judicial department, Regional Human Resources Operations Manager at Unilever Kenya Limited, and head of human resources at Kenya Airways Limited. She serves as a Board member of the Governing Body, ILO, Council Member, Pan-African Employers’ Confederation (PEC), Trustee, National Social Security Fund (NSSF) Board of Trustees, Higher Education Loans Board, Labor Advisory Board, National Industrial Training Council and Productivity Centre of Kenya.
KNQA Management
A comprehensive overview of our executive leadership and key management team. Kindly click to view the profile.


Dr. Alice Kande is the Director General / CEO of the Kenya National Qualifications Authority. Prior to her appointment as the CEO, Dr. Kande served as the Deputy Director in charge of Planning Policy and Outreach at KNQA. She has also previously worked at the Commission for University Education as a Senior Researcher and has a wealth of experience in the education sector having served as the founding Head of Business Department and Lecturer at Riara University, taught at Moi University and Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology.
Dr. Kande holds a doctorate degree in Business Administration (Strategic Management) from JKUAT, a Masters in Business Administration and Bachelor of Education both from Kenyatta University.
During her tenure at KNQA, Dr. Kande has championed development and roll-out of key national policies such as the Recognition of Prior Learning; Kenya Credits Accumulation and Transfers System as well as Kenya National Classification Coding System all aimed at enhancing access and inclusion in education and training as well as promoting portability, comparability and global competitiveness of national Qualifications.
Dr. Kande is a member of the Kenya Institute of Management; Academy of International Business – Sub-Saharan Africa Chapter; and is currently involved in development of Regional and continental qualifications frameworks such as IGAD Qualifications Framework, and Africa Continental Qualifications Framework (ACQF).












Dr. Peter Wekesa is the Deputy Director Qualifications Framework, National Qualifications, Research & Policy, overseeing Planning, Research, and Outreach. He plays a key role in advancing national education priorities, including the implementation of the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) framework and micro-credentials. With a Ph.D. in History and Political Studies from Kenyatta University, Dr. Wekesa brings a strong academic background to his leadership role. He is recognized for his expertise in policy development, qualifications frameworks, and institutional coordination across the education sector.

Ms. Thiiru is currently serving as Head of procurement. She holds a Diploma in Supplies Chain Management and Advanced Certificate in Supplies management. She is a member of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management.

Ms. Waigwa is in charge of the Standards and Quality Assurance. She was appointed to the position in March 2025. She is currently pursuing a Master of Education (Educational Policies & Curriculum Development at KCA University. She holds a Bachelors of Education, Arts English Literature from Moi University. She successfully completed the Supervisory Skills Course from Kenya School of Government.

Mr. Biegon is in charge of Strategy, Planning and Performance Management Department at the Authority. He was appointed in May 2025. Prior to this role, he served as a Senior Strategic Planning Officer under the Planning, Research, Outreach, and Policy Department. Alfrick is currently pursuing his Master of Science in Project Management at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Maasai Mara University. He successfully completed the Supervisory Skills Course from Kenya School of Government.

CPA Mwangi is currently serving Ag. Deputy Director, Finance & Accounts. He holds a Master of Commerce in Finance from Strathmore University, Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (Accounting Option) from Kampala International University and is a Certified Public Accountant of Kenya. He is a member of ICPAK and Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) in good standing and a graduate of Senior Management Course (KSG).

CPA Michael Njogu is in Charge of the Internal Audit Directorate. He holds a Bachelors of Commerce in Finance, Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). He is also a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). He is a graduate of Senior Management Course (KSG)

Ivey Koin is in charge of Corporate Communications at the Authority. She was appointed to the position in August 2023. She previously served in the Registration Accreditation and Documentation department and the Planning, Research, Outreach, and Policy department at the Authority. She holds a Master’s degree in Digital Journalism from The Aga Khan University and a Bachelor’s in Communication and Journalism from Moi University. Ivey is registered and accredited by the Media Council of Kenya (MCK) and is a member of the Public Relations Society of Kenya (PRSK). Before joining KNQA, Ivey was a Social Media editor and web content curator at the Nation Media Group (Daily Nation). She also formerly served at the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC).
Ivey serves as the Vice Chair of various Committees including; the RPL Launch and Planning Communications Committee and the KNQA Staff Welfare Association

James Tegeret is serving as Deputy Director, National Qualifications Framework- Registration & Accreditation. He holds a Bachelor Degree in Technology Education from Moi University. He has vast experience in teaching having taught for over 24 years in various institutions where he rose to the rank of a Deputy Principal. He later joined the Directorate of Technical Education in the Ministry of Education as Deputy Director, Technical Education. Tegeret has attended Strategic Leadership Development Program course and is a member of the Institute of Engineering Technologist and Technicians (IET).

Vincent Koech is the Deputy Director, National Qualifications Framework-National Qualifications Database. He holds an MSc. in Computer from UoN and BSc. ICT from JKUAT. With over 15 years’ experience in the field of ICT, his professional career development includes MCITP, CCNA, QMS, ISMS, M&E & ToT. In the ICT Department he is tasked with the management of hardware, software, systems, networks, databases, firewalls and cloud services. He is a member of the Institution of Engineering & Technology and has taught at several Universities including JKUAT, TUK, MKU and Kisii University. He spends most of his time strategizing around Artificial Intelligence, BIG Data, Block chain Technology, Cloud Computing and Internet of Things.

Dr. Winnie Bulimo is the Director, National Qualifications Framework- Standards, Alignment & Validation. She also oversees Policy & registration and Strategy, Planning, Partnerships and QMS. She holds a doctorate degree in Educational Planning and Management from Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, a Masters in Educational Planning and Management and a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. Dr. Bulimo is a member of Education Management Society of Kenya. Prior to joining KNQA, Dr. Bulimo worked as a Regional Training Coordinator at Kenya Education Management Institute (KEMI) and later joined TVET sector and served at the position of Deputy Director Technical Education.

Anne Rita Mwaniki is the Deputy Director, Human Resource and Development at KNQA. She holds a Master of Science in Human Resource Development, Bachelor of Business Management in Human Resource Management, Certified Human Resource Professional Course (CHRP-K), Higher Diploma in Human Resources Management, Diploma in Personnel Management. She is a member of Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM).
She is a Seasoned Human Resource Practitioner with over twelve years of active experience. An Outstanding Performer in Talent Management within Private and Public sectors. Proven success in leadership, operational excellence and organizational development with keen understanding of elements in People and Culture Management. Recognized for inspiring management team members to excel and encouraging creative work environments. She processes an array of skills including, Human Resources development, Human resources administration, Human resource laws, Staffing Resource Management, Human relations skills, Eloquent, Broadminded and Cosmopolitan. She is a member of Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM), (2007) to date.