The Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) has appointed Dr Paul Machocho Wanyeki as its new Director General and Chief Executive Officer.
Wanyeki brings more than 15 years of experience in technical and vocational education and training (TVET), spanning regulation, policy development, quality assurance, institutional management and skills development. He previously held senior positions at TVETA, including Acting Director of Standards Development, Compliance and Enforcement, where he contributed to strengthening regulatory frameworks and quality assurance systems and implementing reforms in the sector.
He has also worked at Dedan Kimathi University of Technology and served as a trainer at Kisiwa National Polytechnic.
TVETA Board Chairperson Prof Kellen Kiambati expressed confidence in his ability to steer the authority towards its strategic objectives, citing his experience and understanding of the TVET sector. She said the appointment would be instrumental in enhancing the quality, relevance and credibility of technical and vocational training in Kenya.
The board also acknowledged Timothy Nyongesa Katiambo, who served as Acting Director General, commending his leadership and service during his tenure.
TVETA regulates and oversees TVET institutions to ensure that training programmes meet the required standards and equip learners with skills relevant to the country's workforce needs.
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