Prof. Shaukat Abdulrazak
Principal Secretary, State Department for Science, Research and Innovation
Ministry of Education, Kenya
Session
Nurturing Competency for Tomorrow's Challenges
Session Abstract
As workforce skill requirements rapidly evolve, the education sector must adapt to meet these new demands. Prof. Shaukat analyses how competency directly impacts workforce development in the modern economy, exploring the critical skills demanded by today's employers and discussing how future workforce requirements differ from current standards. He highlights the structural measures and strategic initiatives the Kenyan government is implementing to ensure these vital competencies are actively developed and widely accessible.
Speaker Profile
Prof. Shaukat Abdulrazak is the Principal Secretary for the State Department for Science, Research and Innovation in Kenya's Ministry of Education. He has over 30 years of experience in academia, scientific research, and nuclear technology, previously serving as the Director for the Division for Africa at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).