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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.The Institute is thu...
Position Summary
To conduct objective research and analysis on Public Policy issues with the aim of providing advice to policy makes; advice the government and government agencies on public policy; develop and maintain research resources and databases on public policy and disseminate research findings through seminars, roundtable meetings and workshops/ Conferences.
- Undertaking relevant objective policy research;
- Conducting capacity building activities for government and other stakeholders;
- Undertaking policy analysis and provide policy advice to government;
- Participating in 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;
- Collecting and updating data and ensuring the overall quality of this data; and
- Updating on current economic developments to guide in identifying policy issues for the Institute focus;
- Participating in the preparation of quarterly and annual reports-has individual targets that also need to reported; and
- Developing content and publishing in peer Reviewed journals to disseminate research findings and contribute to the body of knowledge at national, regional and international levels.
Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
- Bachelors Degree in Economics or related social sciences from a recognized institution;
- Masters Degree in Economics or related social sciences from a recognized institution from a recognized institution ;
- Computer Skills;
- Knowledge of basic statistical software for data entry, extraction and reporting; and
- Fulfil the requirement of chapter six (6) of the constitution.
Functional Skills
- Communication and interpersonal skills,
- Organizational skills,
- Team building skills
- Analytical skills
- Presentation skills
- Training and modelling skills
- Computer skills (including statistical packages)
Competencies/ Attributes
- Proven ability to identify and critically assess issues and trends.
- Sound knowledge and experience in the application of advanced research methodologies.
- Demonstrated ability to make timely, fundamentally sound and quality decisions pertinent to research priorities, and identified research outcomes that impact on Kenyan people.
- Confident in networking and engaging with key institutions and relevant stakeholders to minimize research gaps.
- Well- developed and practiced negotiating skills. 6. Excellent problem-solving skills.
The public is notified of the following:
- KIPPRA is an equal-opportunity employer. Persons with disability, females, marginalized and minorities are encouraged to apply.
- There are NO fees charged by KIPPRA for any application for these positions.
- Canvassing for any of these positions will result in the disqualification of the candidate.
- Applicants who applied previously for the readvertised positions are encouraged to apply.
- ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be required to present originals of the following documents during the interviews.
- National Identity Card.
- Academic and Professional Certificates and transcripts.
- Any other supporting documents and testimonials.
- Memberships to relevant professional bodies and associations (where applicable). e) Evidence of publications where required.
- Recommendation letter (s).
The Successful candidates and will be required to avail the following documents.
Detailed job descriptions, requirements, and how to apply are available on the website https://recruitment.kippra.or.ke/
All applications MUST be received on or before 26th December 2023 by 5:00 pm.
- Clearance from Higher Education Loans Board.
- Clearance from Directorate of Criminal Investigations (Police Clearance Certificate). Printed Online Self-Declaration Application Acknowledgement Receipt or a self- Declaration Form duly stamped by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission. Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority (Tax Compliance Certificate).
- Clearance from a Registered Credit Reference Bureau.
- Applicants are requested to submit a cover letter, CV, copies of certificates & testimonials, and duly filled personal data form which can be downloaded from the Institute’s website. All applications should be sent through the recruitment portal (link provided in section 1 above).
Applications to be addressed to:
The Executive Director,
The Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis,
Upper Hill, Bishop Gardens Towers, 2nd Floor Bishop Road,
P.O. Box 56445, Nairobi, 00200 City
Square, Tel: 2719933/4, Fax 2719951
Nairobi, Kenya.
Late applications will not be accepted, and ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.