Principal Policy Analyst, Productive Sector at

1 month ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) Full time

The Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) is an autonomous public institute that was established in May 1997 through a Legal Notice and commenced operations in June 1999.

In January 2007,His Excellency the President signed the KIPPRA Bill into law and the KIPPRA Act No. 15 of 2006 commenced on 1st February 2007.

Duties and responsibilities will entail:

  • Undertaking relevant objective policy research;
Conducting capacity building activities for government and other stakeholders;
Undertaking policy analysis and provide policy advice to government;
Developing research proposals to raise targeted funds to enhance sustainability of the Institute;
Participating in enhancing the Institute's networks and partnerships;
Disseminating research findings through seminars, roundtables, workshops and conferences;
Publishing of research work including referred journals and book chapters;
Developing policy-oriented outputs such as discussion papers, working papers, policy papers, policy briefs among others;
Contributing to the preparation of work plans to achieve the Institute's mandate;
Participating in the preparation of KIPPRA flagship report;
Participating in policy engagement forums such as task forces, working groups among others;
Managing the collection and updating data and ensuring the overall quality of this data;
Updating on current economic developments to guide in identifying policy issues for the Institute focus;
Participating in the preparation of quarterly and annual reports;
Assuring quality of research outputs;
Supervising and overseeing the day-to-day execution of research projects;
Supervising young professionals' research activities;
Developing research proposals to raise targeted funds to enhance sustainability of the Institute; and

Developing content and publish in peer Reviewed journals to disseminate research findings and contribute to the body of knowledge at national, regional and international levels.

Job Specification
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

Bachelor's degree in economics or related social sciences from a recognized institution;
Master's Degree in Economics, or related social sciences from a recognized institution;
PhD in Economics, or related social sciences from a recognized institution;
Management course lasting not less than 4 weeks from a recognized institution;
Knowledge statistical software for data entry, analysis, extraction and reporting;
Six (6) years' relevant work experience;
Minimum of four (4) publications in peer Reviewed journals;
Minimum of six (6) research papers including KIPPRA discussion papers, policy papers, working papers, special papers as well as book chapters;
Training in Modelling skills will be an added advantage;
Computer skills including statistical packages; and
Fulfil the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution

Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies and Attributes:
Functional skills

Leadership skills;
Strategic management skills;
Problem-solving skills;
Conflict management skills;
Communication skills;
Interpersonal skills;
Organizational skills;
Negotiation skills;
Team building; and
Analytical skills.

Behavioral competencies/Attributes

Critical thinking;
Strategic thinking;
Ability to work under pressure;
Knowledge statistical software for data entry, analysis, extraction and reporting;
Problems are highly complex, requiring significant research and creative thinking.

  • Principal Policy Analyst, Social Sector at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) Full time

    The Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) is an autonomous public institute that was established in May 1997 through a Legal Notice and commenced operations in June 1999. In January 2007,His Excellency the President signed the KIPPRA Bill into law and the KIPPRA Act No. 15 of 2006 commenced on 1st February 2007.Duties and...

  • Principal Business Analyst

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya KCB Bank Full time

    Job DescriptionThe Principal Business Analyst will be responsible for leading requirements engineering and managing the business needs of the business users and stakeholders. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams including business units, subject matter experts, and technical resources to gather, document, analyze, and validate business and...

  • Principal Business Analyst

    2 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya KCB Bank Full time

    Job DescriptionThe Principal Business Analyst will be responsible for leading requirements engineering and managing the business needs of the business users and stakeholders. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams including business units, subject matter experts, and technical resources to gather, document, analyze, and validate business and...

  • Principal Policy Analyst, Partnerships at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) Full time

    The Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) is an autonomous public institute that was established in May 1997 through a Legal Notice and commenced operations in June 1999. In January 2007,His Excellency the President signed the KIPPRA Bill into law and the KIPPRA Act No. 15 of 2006 commenced on 1st February 2007.Duties and...

  • Senior Policy Analyst, Private Sector at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) Full time

    The Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) is an autonomous public institute that was established in May 1997 through a Legal Notice and commenced operations in June 1999. In January 2007,His Excellency the President signed the KIPPRA Bill into law and the KIPPRA Act No. 15 of 2006 commenced on 1st February 2007.Duties and...

  • Principal Security Analyst at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Kenya Power Full time

    Kenya Power owns and operates most of the electricity transmission and distribution system in the country and sells electricity to over 4.8 million customers (as at June 29, The Company's key mandate is to plan for sufficient electricity generation and transmission capacity to meet demand; building and maintaining the power distribution and transmission...

  • Deputy Director, Productive Sector at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) Full time

    The Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) is an autonomous public institute that was established in May 1997 through a Legal Notice and commenced operations in June 1999. In January 2007,His Excellency the President signed the KIPPRA Bill into law and the KIPPRA Act No. 15 of 2006 commenced on 1st February 2007.Duties and...

  • Principal Country Economist at

    2 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya African Development Bank Full time

    The AfDB's mission reflects the aspirations of the entire African continent. It is firmly rooted in a deep understanding and experience of Africa. The Bank aims to be at the center of Africa's transformation and to improve the quality of Africa's growth, promote inclusive growth and spur the transition to green growth.SummaryPrincipal Country Economist work...

  • Principal Country Economist at

    4 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya African Development Bank Full time

    The AfDB's mission reflects the aspirations of the entire African continent. It is firmly rooted in a deep understanding and experience of Africa. The Bank aims to be at the center of Africa's transformation and to improve the quality of Africa's growth, promote inclusive growth and spur the transition to green growth.SummaryPrincipal Country Economist work...

  • Portfolio Analyst at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Letshego Kenya Limited Full time

    Letshego Kenya Limited (Letshego Kenya) provides financial services to small and micro-entrepreneurs, individuals and salaried employees in the public and private sector. Letshego Kenya is founded on, and continues to strive towards, the principle of finding the most effective way to implement microfinance in an African context.Job SummaryTo support...

  • Portfolio Analyst at

    2 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Letshego Kenya Limited Full time

    Letshego Kenya Limited (Letshego Kenya) provides financial services to small and micro-entrepreneurs, individuals and salaried employees in the public and private sector. Letshego Kenya is founded on, and continues to strive towards, the principle of finding the most effective way to implement microfinance in an African context.Job SummaryTo support...

  • Research and Policy Associate at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya African Institute for Development Policy (AFIDEP) Full time

    In 2009, the African Institute for Development Policy (AFIDEP), an African-led, regional non-profit policy think tank, was established to help bridge the gaps between research, policy and practice in the areas of population change and sustainable development, and health systems strengthening in Africa.About the position AFIDEP is looking to recruit a...

  • Data Analyst at

    2 months ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) Full time

    United Nations Office at Nairobi: Human Resources AnalystGenerate Reports and Visualizations: Create comprehensive reports and visualizations to effectively communicate insights to HR stakeholders.Analysis and Reporting: Develop and implement analysis, reporting, and quality control of HR service delivery.Dashboard Design: Design HR-relevant dashboards and...

  • Senior Principal Product Owner

    2 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Cellulant Group Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYWe deliver the most connected one-stop mobile payments and digital commerce service for businesses, mobile network operators, financial institutions and their consumers. Find out how we deliver for each of these partners below.JOB SUMMARYAs the Senior Principal Product Owner, you will spearhead the Payouts product team.Your responsibilities...

  • Senior Principal Product Owner

    4 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Cellulant Group Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYWe deliver the most connected one-stop mobile payments and digital commerce service for businesses, mobile network operators, financial institutions and their consumers. Find out how we deliver for each of these partners below.JOB SUMMARYAs the Senior Principal Product Owner, you will spearhead the Payouts product team.Your responsibilities...

  • Private Sector Partnerships Reporting Analyst

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya UN Women Full time

    In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. In doing so, UN Member States took an historic step in accelerating the Organization's goals on gender equality and the empowerment of women.Duties And ResponsibilitiesDeliverable 1: Support a rapid desk review of...

  • Private Sector Partnerships Reporting Analyst

    2 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya UN Women Full time

    In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. In doing so, UN Member States took an historic step in accelerating the Organization's goals on gender equality and the empowerment of women.Duties And ResponsibilitiesDeliverable 1: Support a rapid desk review of...

  • Senior Analyst

    2 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Norwegian Refugee Council Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYThe Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent, humanitarian, non-profit, non-governmental organisation. We provide assistance, protection and durable solutions to refugees and internally displaced persons worldwide.JOB SUMMARYQUALIFICATIONSProfessional CompetenciesFormal education and backgroundMaster's degree, preferably in...

  • Senior Analyst

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Norwegian Refugee Council Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYThe Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent, humanitarian, non-profit, non-governmental organisation. We provide assistance, protection and durable solutions to refugees and internally displaced persons worldwide.JOB SUMMARYQUALIFICATIONSProfessional CompetenciesFormal education and backgroundMaster's degree, preferably in...

  • Senior Data Analyst and Compliance Officer at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Kenya Bankers Association Full time

    Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) was registered as an Industry Association on 16th July 1962 by the Registrar of Trade Unions. In its formative years, the main aim of the Association was to cater for the interests of the member banks in negotiating terms and conditions of service of its unionisable employees and as far as possible standardize management...