Position Summary / Purpose
The Director, Research and Data Informatics, is responsible for coordinating the generation and analysis of early warning information nationally, integrating relevant national and international data into the early warning system, and ensuring effective communication of drought information to stakeholders. The role also involves leading drought and food security assessments, determining response requirements, and overseeing data-driven decision-making processes.
Job Specifications
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead the development, review, and implementation of drought information policies, strategies, and plans.
- Supervise the management, review, and updating of the national drought early warning system while integrating relevant information.
- Coordinate the sharing of climate-related information at national and county levels.
- Oversee the consolidation, processing, and dissemination of drought-related information.
- Lead in the coordination of national and county food security assessments.
- Ensure effective communication of drought information to stakeholders.
- Coordinate seasonal drought and food security assessments and surveys with relevant stakeholders.
- Liaise with stakeholders to harmonize systems for beneficiaries of drought management interventions.
- Provide leadership in integrating Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing data into the drought early warning system.
- Guide the development of GIS and remote sensing databases.
- Oversee capacity building of stakeholders on GIS and remote sensing.
- Coordinate the development of reporting guidelines for GIS and remote sensing data.
- Provide leadership in identifying new remote sensing data sources for integration into the drought early warning system.
- Oversee food security assessments using GIS and remote sensing tools.
Person Specifications
To qualify for this position, a candidate must have:
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Range Management, Agriculture, Livestock, Economics, Agricultural Engineering, Rural Development Studies, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Environmental Management, Developmental Studies, Agricultural Economics, Community Development, Information Science, or Project Planning and Management from a recognized institution.
- Master’s degree in any of the above fields from a recognized institution.
Work Experience
- At least fifteen (15) years of cumulative experience in a relevant field.
- At least five (5) years in a senior management position.
Professional Qualifications
- Membership in a relevant professional body (where applicable).
- Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks.
- Proficiency in computer applications.
- Compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Key Competencies
- Extensive knowledge of corporate governance, public finance management, procurement, labor laws, drought management, and climate change-related issues.
- Strategic and innovative thinking.
- Resource mobilization skills.
- Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.
- Excellent team-building and leadership capabilities.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to work as part of a team.
- Thorough understanding of national goals and policies, with the ability to translate them into effective drought mitigation policies, programs, and projects.
The public is notified of the following:
- Detailed job descriptions, requirements, and applicant's bio-data form is available on the website www.ndma.go.ke
- Applicants MUST fill the Bio-Data Form whose link will be available in the Authority’s website. Applicants who do not fill out the bio data form will have their applications rejected.
- All applications MUST be Online and to be received on or before 11th April, 2025 by 5:00 pm. Physical application will not be accepted
- There is NO fee charged by NDMA for any application of these positions
- Canvassing of any form will result in disqualification of the candidate
- NDMA is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disability, marginalized and minorities are encouraged to apply.
- ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Interested and qualified applicants must:
Interested qualified applicants are requested to submit a cover letter, detailed CV, copies of certificates & testimonial with the title of the position clearly indicated in the email subject line to hr@ndma.go.ke and also fill the Bio-data form whose link will be provided in the Authority’s website. Applicants who will not fill the bio data form will have their applications rejected
Successful candidates will be required to fulfill the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya specifically clearance from the following institutions;
Shortlisted candidates must fulfill Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, including clearances from:
- Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
- Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
- Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
- National Police Service (Certificate of Good Conduct)
- Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
Application Address
Applications should be addressed to:
Chief Executive Officer
National Drought Management Authority
P. O. Box 53547 – 00200
Nairobi, Kenya
NDMA is an equal opportunity employer. Women, persons with disabilities, and minority groups are encouraged to apply.
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