Manager Research and Policy at NGO Board - The Non-Governmental Organizations Co-ordination Board

Job Summary

Academic qualifications1. Master’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Strategic Management relevant degree.2. Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Strategic Management relevant degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

• Leadership course lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution.2. Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Member of a relevant professional body in good standing.

Previous relevant work experience required.At least eight (10) years working experience, four (4) of which must have been at a managerial level

Responsibilities

• Policy/Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities
  • Monitor and analyze national and international emerging trends in Technology Innovation;
  • Oversee development and keeping of statistics on NGOS, and advice government on the activities of NGOs and their role in development within Kenya;
  • Spearhead the development and implementation of the Board’s research and
  • development policy;
  • Manage, plan and implement research programs of the Board;
  • Lead in Mobilization of research grants from relevant institutions;
  • Supervise collection of data, analysis and preparation of performance report of the Board’s services and programs on quarterly and annual basis;
  • Manage customer satisfaction, employee and work environment and corruption assessment surveys;
  • Oversee formulation & implementation of research policies, procedures, rules and regulations;
  • Ensure provision of quality planning assistance and analysis services to the Board;
  • Oversee analysis/assessment of various Government policies relevant to the Board mandate for adoption and compliance;
  • Coordinate the assessment of prioritize needs, opportunities and demands for planning interventions in the Board;
  • Guide the identification of innovative ideas through research which have practical significance to the Board’s mandate; and
  • Monitor the implementation of the division’s budgets.
  • Management of performance contracting activities of the Board.
• Operational Responsibilities / Tasks
  • Prepare the operational work plans and budget for the department
  • Prepare quarterly, biannual and annual implementation reports for the department; and
  • Generate planning reports on implementation of Strategic Plan, Performance Contract for the purpose of review by the Executive Director and Board of Directors.

Job Dimensions:

Financial Responsibility: N/A

Responsibility for Physical AssetsTherole is responsible for Computers and records assigned.III.

Decision Making / Job Influence

1. Strategic
2. Managerial
3.  Supervisory
4. Operational decisions

Working Conditions

1. Normal Office environment
2. Occasional field travels