Research and Evaluation Manager at Kantar

As a Manager Research and Evaluation based in Kenya supporting Kantars clients in Tanzania you will be responsible for managing high quality primary research and evaluation work within Health, Agriculture, Gender and Development Research primarily for development organizations, leading our business and our methodological innovation in this area.

The ideal incumbent must be able to work 65% in Kenya and 35% in Tanzania with flexibility on travel.

Please note this is a 1-year renewable contract position.

KEY OUTCOMES

• Managing projects in and out of field from proposals through questionnaire design, analysis to delivery of insightful, well produced and actionable deliverables.
• Build our business among clients interested in in-depth understanding and insight on small-scale farmers.
• Providing strategic & relevant insights to clients through strong reporting and storytelling.
• Working to innovate around methods in this space to bring the very best to our clients.

CAPABILITIES

• Strong academic and thematic background and expertise in the Health, Gender, Development and Agriculture sector.
• Strong understanding of research and evaluation method, including quantitative methods.
• Ability to work well in a commercial environment, where we work fast to turnaround high quality work, and deliver to deadlines, and ensure a very high level of client satisfaction
• Agricultural economist or related background and qualifications.
• At least 5 years of working experience on and leading agricultural, Health, Gender and Development research.
• Fluency in written and verbal communication skills in English and Swahili.