Governance In Education Course for County Education Boards

COURSE OVERVIEW

This course is designed to strengthen governance capacity among members of Kenya’s County Education Boards (CEBs). It focuses on equipping participants with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to effectively oversee the implementation of education policies, ensure accountability, and promote quality and equitable education at the county level.

The course emphasizes practical governance approaches within the decentralized education system and aligns with national legal and policy frameworks. It will cover: governance structures in education; legal and policy frameworks guiding CEB operations; the roles and responsibilities of County Education Boards; leadership and ethical governance; stakeholder coordination and intergovernmental relations; education planning and oversight; financial accountability; risk management; and monitoring and evaluation to improve education outcomes.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

• Members of County Education Boards (CEBs)
• Education stakeholders involved in governance and oversight at the county level

HOW PARTICIPANTS WILL BENEFIT

By the end of this course, participants should be able to:

1. Explain the governance structure and mandate of County Education Boards within Kenya’s education system
2. Interpret and apply key legal and policy frameworks governing education management and oversight
3. Execute their roles and responsibilities effectively in promoting accountability and transparency
4. Strengthen coordination between national government, county governments, and education stakeholders
5. Apply principles of ethical leadership and good governance in decision-making
6. Oversee planning, implementation, and monitoring of education programmes at the county level
7. Enhance financial oversight and ensure prudent use of public resources in education
8. Utilize monitoring and evaluation frameworks to improve service delivery and learning outcomes
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