Research Analyst - Monitoring and Evaluation, Kenya at Laterite

Job description

This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, with travel to field locations.

The Research Analyst will support the lead Embedded Research Advisor on a large multi-partner program working on integrating nutrition-sensitive and gender-integrated approaches into agriculture interventions across Africa.

Our new colleague will work with clients in East and West Africa, drafting and reviewing Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (ME&L) materials, with the goal to support the clients’ monitoring systems. The day-to-day work will focus on nutrition-sensitive and gender-sensitive agriculture projects. Previous experience working on gender, nutrition, or agriculture projects, as well as with MEL, are a plus.

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Our future colleague has:

• A postgraduate degree (Masters or above) in Economics, Econometrics, Development Research, or in one of Laterite’s core sectors;
• At least 2 years of experience on development, ME&L or impact evaluations. Experience in Agriculture, Gender or Nutrition projects is strongly preferred;
• Outstanding technical and analytical skills: proficiency in STATA, R and/or Python is a must;

Additionally, they have:

• Motivation to work in social and economic research in Sub-Saharan Africa;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; Working knowledge of Swahili and/or French is a strong plus;
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, self-motivation and drive to flourish in a fast-paced environment, where timelines can often be unpredictable. An eye for detail and the ability to thrive by taking ownership and initiative.
• Experience living and working in low-income countries.

Candidates from East African countries are especially welcome to apply.

Full job description: http://bit.ly/RA-Ke2020

Laterite is also recruiting for similar positions in Ethiopia and Rwanda. Details: https://www.laterite.com/careers