Research Officer at Office of the Controller of Budget (OCOB)

Reporting to the Senior Research and Planning Officer, this position is responsible for implementation of research policies, systems and procedures to guide research programs in the office of the Controller of Budget. The position is also responsible for monitoring implementation of strategic plan for the OCOB.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake objective research and analysis on budget implementation matters
• Prepare research papers and policy briefs on budget implementation.
• Identify areas of research and prepare concept papers
• Collect and collate data on budget implementation
• Develop and update database on macro-economic and fiscal indicators relating to budget implementation matters and prepare briefs
• Prepare departmental work plan in line with the strategic plan
• Implement statistical plans to guide data collection and sharing with stakeholders
• Draft guidelines for policy formulation in the office of the Controller of Budget
• Review draft policies, laws and regulations on budget implementation matters
• Carry out review of planning and budget documents including Budget Review Outlook Paper (BROP), Budget Policy Statement ( BPS), County Budget Review Outlook Paper (CBROP) County Fiscal Strategy Paper (CFSP), and National Budget Estimates.
• Prepare progress reports on the implementation of strategic plans by the office of the Controller of Budget
• Implement the OCOB monitoring and evaluation framework in accordance with the COB Act, 2016
• Implement a business continuity plan for the department
• Any other relevant duties assigned by Senior Research and Planning Officer from time to time.

Required Education, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Statistics, Business Administration, Finance or its equivalent from a recognized university
• Must have at least 3 years’ experience in research and data analysis.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Leadership skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Integrity
• Team skills
• Knowledge of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 and the Public Finance Management Act, 2012.
• Compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

All positions will be appointed on permanent and pensionable terms of service. Successful
candidates will be offered a competitive remuneration package.