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  • Posted: Apr 22, 2021
    Deadline: Not specified
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    The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to improve food security and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for better and more sustainable use of livestock. ILRI is a CGIAR research centre - part of a global research partnership for a food-secure future.
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    Research Officer I – IFPRI

    IFPRI provides research-based policy solutions to sustainably reduce poverty and end hunger and malnutrition in developing countries. Established in 1975, IFPRI currently has more than 600 employees working in over 50 countries. It is a research center of CGIAR, a worldwide partnership engaged in agricultural research for development. www.ifpri.org

    Responsibilities

    The Research Officer will participate in capacity building and policy advisory activities. The successful candidate will join IFPRI’s country Markets, Trade and Institutions Division and participate in research activities related to IFPRI’s and the ONE CGIAR’s work in Kenya and other countries. More specifically the Research Officer will;

    • Support the collection of household and agricultural data (e.g. program survey tools, recruit and assist in the training of data collection staff, organize survey logistics, monitor quality of incoming data in real-time)
    • Prepare data for analysis
    • Analyse data in Stata and/or R using econometric methods
    • Conduct literature reviews and syntheses
    • Assist in drafting reports and research papers
    • Assist in capacity building
    • Coordinate projects and support outreach activities
    • Other duties as assigned

    Requirements

    • Master’s degree in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Statistics, or closely related fields.
    • A minimum of 3 years’ work experience in academia, the private sector, a development-oriented research organization or comparable institution in the area of impact evaluation.
    • Knowledge of microeconomic theory and quantitative econometric methods
    • Excellent knowledge of STATA
    • Willingness and openness to learn
    • Excellent analytical skills
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills
    • Demonstrated fluency in written and spoken English
    • Strong interpersonal skills and to work in a team-oriented multi-cultural environment
    • Demonstrated ability to multi-task as needed, consistently meet deadlines and manage time well
    • Demonstrated professional level of attention to detail and accuracy of work
    • Ability to work independently and with initiative
    • Willingness to travel

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    Post location: The position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya

    Job Level This position is at job level HG 13 and it is only open to Kenyan nationals. ILRI offers a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; pension, medical, education and other insurances.

    How to apply: Applicants should send a cover letter and CV expressing their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to the Director, People and Organizational Development by clicking on the "Apply Now" tab above before 4 May 2021. The position title and reference number REF: RO/ IFPRI/2021 should be clearly marked on the subject line of the cover letter.

    We thank all applicants for their interest in working for ILRI. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    ILRI does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing or training). ILRI also does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.

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