The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) Bomet Branch Executive Secretary, Paul Kimeto, has called on the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) to urgently address long-standing grievances affecting teachers participating in national examinations.
Speaking during a series of KCSE and KJSEA examination briefings held in Mulot, Moi Siongiroi, Boito Boys, Tarakwa, and Kaplong briefing centres, Kimeto raised concerns over delayed payments, unfair deployment, and lack of recognition for teachers handling practical and project-based subjects.
He lamented that many deputy centre managers, supervisors, and invigilators have not been paid for their work during previous examination cycles.
“It is unfortunate that some officials have not received their payment since 2023. KNEC must move with speed to clear all pending arrears before this year’s examinations begin,” Kimeto said.
The union leader emphasized that teachers handling practical subjects deserve fair compensation for their extra effort.
He also noted that science teachers assisting during practicals should be formally recognized and paid.
Kimeto further urged KNEC to consider teachers who have been supervising project-based examinations since January, saying they have dedicated immense time and energy to ensure the successful assessment of learners.
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“These teachers sacrifice their weekends and holidays to monitor school projects, yet they remain unacknowledged. KNEC should appreciate and compensate them accordingly,” he stated.
He reiterated the need for prompt payment after marking, supervision, and invigilation, and called for a review and increment of remuneration for all exam personnel.
Additionally, he proposed that all teachers participating in exam duties should receive certified KNEC supervision and invigilation certificates as formal recognition of their service.
Kimeto also cautioned against coercing teachers to participate in the exercise against their will and urged for fair allocation of examination centres to prevent unnecessary inconvenience.
“KUPPET will not hesitate to take legal action against any form of discrimination or unfair treatment by KNEC toward teachers or other education stakeholders,” he warned.
While wishing all supervisors, invigilators, centre managers, and candidates success in the upcoming examinations, Kimeto affirm the union’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding teachers’ rights and welfare.
Kimeto, who is also seeking to defend his post in the union polls early next year, declared his dedication to fair treatment and dignity for all teachers.
By Philip Koech
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