10 Things on Dr. Fred Matiang’i’s CV and His Career Journey!

Dr. Fred Matiang’i’s CV details and His Career Journey!

By Susan Gitonga

he is the talk of town and it would be enlightening to find out what appears on Dr. Fred Matiang’i’s CV. He has broken the chains that had bound the education system for decades and he was even named ‘Personality of the year’ by Nairobi News Newspaper.

As a nation, we can confidently say that Matiang’i is doing his job, with the many changes he has implemented in the short time he has served in the Ministry of Education.

This personality is none other than Professor Matiang’i. He has brought hope to the Education system of our country and the future generation of young ones will enjoy a stable and just Education.

You might be wondering who Dr. Matiang’i was before seating in the Education Offices of Kenya.

In his early years, Matiang’i  worked as a Primary School Teacher in Kisii and years later became a lecturer at the University of Nairobi and Egerton

His background in Education reveals why he is so passionate about implementing good education systems. He has worked in all the ranks of the Education career and his experience has placed him above many who have come and go in the Ministry of Education.

That said, we have collected insightful information into the man himself, Matiang’i  and we present to you:

10 Things on Matiangi’s CV and Career Background:

1. Currently the Education Cabinet Secretary.

2. Before his appointment in the Ministry of Education, Dr. Matiang’i was the Cabinet Secretary in the Ministry of Information, Communications and Technology .

3. He has a PHD in Communication and Comparative literature from the University of Nairobi

4. Also holds a Masters in English from the University of Nairobi

5. Alongside that he also has a Bachelors in Education from Kenyatta University.

6. He has lectured at the University of Nairobi and Egerton University.

7. He has been a Columnist/Writer for the Daily Nation Newspaper

8. Dr. Matiangi’s has held research and program implementation positions in various civil society organizations in Kenya

9. He has conducted research and training for the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association, Parliaments of Ethipia, Uganda and the East African Legislative Assembly.

10. Matiang’i has also worked as a consultant with USAID, World Bank, the Canadian Development Agency and 10. Transparency International.

As you can see, Dr. Fred Matiang’i has remained consistent in his profession as an Academic expert. This tells a lot about Career growth and development for anyone looking to be successful in their profession.

He is rightfully qualified for the current job he holds in the Ministry of Education as the Cabinet secretary.

Sometimes, as individuals we want to rise so fast, but we forget that career growth is a journey. Matiang’i started his career as a Primary school teacher and is now at the highest rank heading the Ministry of Education.

Even when applying for jobs, it’s very important to apply for jobs that are in line with your Education background and your capabilities.

This year, even as you look forward to getting a job, or advance in your career, don’t allow desperation lead you to apply for jobs that are not in your life of the profession.

Go for jobs that fit your qualifications.

Have a steady career plan and growth and become an expert in your area of choice.

All the best in your job search in 2017!

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