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Kimetrica’s mission is to increase the effectiveness of spending in the social sector. We provide software, research, survey, and modelling and impact simulation services for evidence-based decision-making and learning. We work with governments and non-profit organizations to increase the impact and efficiency of their social investments, enhance accountability, manage critical risks, and build donor or taxpayer confidence. Kimetrica is a social enterprise where we care more about the impact of our work than about corporate profitability. We only hire highly-committed and motivated people who share the same ethos and dedication to the work we do.
Job Description
Closing date: 12 October 2018
About the Position: Kimetrica is seeking a mid level data analyst with strong Python skills and strong experience in geospatial analysis, to join Kimetrica’s Data Lab. You will manage a team of analysts focused on analysis of climate, economic, environmental and health conditions in developing countries and fragile states.
You will be able to lead the development of spatial data resources and production of meaningful map products for policy makers. You are will be familiar with a range of remote sensing data sources and be equally competent with handling raster and vector data.
In addition to strong geo-spatial analysis tools, you will have the ability to think strategically, identify critical data gaps, and define strategies, tools and processes for improving our acquisition, management and analysis of data resources.
Current projects are focused on analysing human conditions in conflict-affected populations and evaluating interventions. This is an opportunity to influence policy-making in leading international institutions for the benefit of some of the World’s most vulnerable communities.
This position will require flexibility and a strong desire to work with others and a globally-dispersed team to assist with the development of key deliverables.
Scope
The position will develop accurate, meaningful and high impact analysis based on deep data resources.
Specifically, the Data Analyst will:
Key Qualifications
Salary and Benefits: Salary is commensurate with the candidate’s capabilities and experience. At Kimetrica, you will work alongside innovative thinkers at the forefront of developing new methods and technologies for humanitarian and development decision making.
You will find a place where you can apply your skills to address some of the world’s most challenging problems, in an environment where intellectual curiosity forms a common thread among our technical and management teams.
The position is Nairobi based.
We offer the following:
Interested candidates should send a CV and cover letter with salary requirements to andrew.pasini@kimetrica.com.
Please include in the subject line of your email “Data Analyst: Geospatial Focus.”
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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