SPARC Innovation Digital Economy Policy Consultant
4 weeks ago
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action – helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. Now, and for the future. We help people overcome poverty and conflict. Working with communities, we leverage local logic to help people transform their lives. To grow more food, earn higher incomes and ultimately advocate for their needs. We see global challenges as an invitation to pioneer innovative, sustainable solutions
JOB SUMMARY
Qualification & Transferable SkillsBA/S in international development, public policy or other relevant social scienceAt least 8 years of demonstrated experience in qualitative and quantitative research, content development and/or storytellingDemonstrated experience working in collaboration with pastoralists, and drylands-based actors, including private sector partners, in participatory research or co-design initiativesExperience in research and learning within international development programmes, preferably in the Horn of Africa. Evidence of deep networks in Kenya's ASAL regions is ideal.Experience working remotely with diverse teamsDemonstrated ability to communicate research findings, verbally, visually, and in writing in English.All applications should be sent to with the consultancy title as the email subject (SPARC Project Manager or SPARC Innovation Digital Economy Policy Consultant)
RESPONSIBILITIES
DIGITAL & DATA - SYNTHESISReview reports and blogs on social media and digital jobs for Kenya-specific data points and insightsUpdate internal list of relevant policies, programs and influence partners related to data, digital economy, and inclusive pastoral development in KenyaCreate annotated overview of above list highlighting any existing nexus for digital economy in the drylands: review key digital/data policies for mention and relevance to pastoralist contexts; review key drylands-specific policies/programs for any highlights applicable to digital economy policy interventionBased on the insights from above, research any relevant regional policies or global case studies that may inform Kenya's digital economy policyDevelop 2 page summary of data/digital and pastoral development policy nexusPOLICY INTERVENTION PATHWAYSSelect and coordinate outreach with at least 5 policy influencers and relevant expertsSynthesize and integrate qualitative input from focus groups, key information interviews, and other sourcesDevelop a framework for policy interventions to unlock further benefits of the digital economy in the pastoral context in Kenya. Such a framework may draw on Kenya's Digital Economy Blueprint pillars: digital government; digital business; innovation-driven entrepreneurship; and digital skills and values.Provide a foundation of illustrative cases and examples from the region or globally mapped onto this framework — to be developed further in co-designWhere applicable, integrate key insights into SPARC's review of hardware and digital innovations as well as inform parallel dissemination outputsConsultant Deliverables:Develop 2-page summary of data/digital synthesis;Develop annotated review of data/digital and pastoral development policy nexus;Host 1 focus group with at least 3 key external and internal experts;Publish 3–6-page brief highlighting policy intervention pathways
REQUIRED SKILLS
Ability to coordinate, Communication, Collaboration, Reporting
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree
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