The SLDP is a high-level competency development program that focuses on moving beyond routine management to strategic oversight. It emphasizes visionary leadership, policy formulation, and institutional transformation. The curriculum typically covers thematic areas such as the evolution of Kenya’s political economy, social and economic transformation, ethics, and strategic decision-making. It is often delivered through a blended learning model (online and physical) over a duration of approximately 6 to 10 weeks.
About the Course
Aim of the Course
To transform public service managers into visionary leaders who can offer strategic guidance in dynamic environments, promote professional integrity, and drive the national development agenda through a citizen-centric approach.
Target Audience
The program is specifically tailored for high-level officials who are either currently in or being prepared for senior leadership positions. Key participants include: Public Service Officers: Typically in Job Group ‘P’ (CSG 7) and above. Prerequisite: Candidates must generally have successfully completed the Senior Management Course (SMC). Broad Reach: It targets officers from Government Ministries, State Corporations, Constitutional Commissions, the Judiciary, the Legislature, and County Governments. Others: It is also open to senior officials from the private sector and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) who hold leadership or policymaking roles.
Learning Outcomes
- Strategic Thinking: The ability to generate options and make sustainable strategic choices that align with organizational and national goals.
- Policy Implementation: Enhanced capability to devise and execute culturally suitable policy programs across various government sectors.
- Transformative Leadership: A shift in mindset toward "individual reflection," enabling leaders to identify personal blind spots and lead with high emotional intelligence.
- Institutional Excellence: Improved ability to create and communicate organizational missions and visions that foster public trust.
- Ethical Governance: A commitment to corruption-free behavior and the prioritization of public interest over personal gain.
- Collaborative Management: Mastery of the "Whole-of-Government" approach to solve complex national challenges through cross-agency collaboration.
Mode of Delivery
Available delivery modes across campuses:
Online
Duration: 10 Weeks
Campuses
Select your preferred campus to view schedules and apply:
e-Learning and Information Technology Institute (eLITI)
Jul 21 - Sep 26, 2025
Schedule 1
Completed
Start Date
Jul 21, 2025
End Date
Sep 26, 2025
Mode
Online
Residential
KES 266,815
Non-Residential
KES 266,815
Schedule 2
Completed
Start Date
Sep 29, 2025
End Date
Dec 05, 2025
Mode
Online
Residential
KES 266,815
Non-Residential
KES 266,815
Schedule 3
Completed
Start Date
Jan 19, 2026
End Date
Mar 27, 2026
Mode
Online
Residential
KES 266,815
Non-Residential
KES 266,815
Schedule 4
Active
Start Date
Mar 16, 2026
End Date
May 22, 2026
Mode
Online
Residential
KES 266,815
Non-Residential
KES 266,815
Admission Criteria
Candidates must meet the minimum entry requirements as specified by the Kenya School of Government.
Language of Instruction: English
