Research Director, Adolescent Girl Initiative - International Center for Research on Women in Nairobi, Kenya

INTERNATIONAL CENTER FOR RESEARCH ON WOMEN

Research Director, Adolescent Girl Initiative - Nairobi, Kenya

Job Title:                    Research Director, Adolescent Girls Initiative, Kenya*

Posted:                        April 24, 2013

Location:                    Nairobi, Kenya

Overview:                  

The International Center for Research on Women (ICRW) is an international development NGO headquartered in Washington D.C. with offices in New Delhi, India and Nairobi, Kenya.   For 37 years, ICRW has focused on promoting gender equality and alleviating poverty through rigorous research, advocacy and policy engagement. 

Currently ICRW, with its partner Pathfinder International, seeks candidates with extensive research skills and experience in monitoring and evaluation of health, education and social development initiatives for the position of Research Director for a DFID funded implementation science program.  This initiative aims to assess the differential benefits of multi-sectoral approaches to improving adolescent transitions to adulthood as compared to single intervention strategies across the sectors of education, wealth creation, health and prevention of violence.  This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, and reports to the Chief of Party of the Adolescent Girls Initiative.  Applications are due no later than April 30, 2013.

*Note that this position is contingent upon funding.  

Responsibilities

·         Provide overall guidance and leadership on research approaches and strategies, in collaboration with an expert team comprised of national and international researchers

·         Work closely with research staff and partners in Kenya and Washington, DC on the development, implementation and management of action research to assess the impact and cost-effectiveness of combination interventions (i.e., education, wealth creation, health and prevention of violence) as compared to sectoral interventions on the lives of adolescent girls

·         Oversee and manage a team of enumerators and field researchers in multiple waves of data collection across each intervention arm

·         Lead both qualitative and quantitative analysis of results from action research toward assessing approaches that increase impact and cost effectiveness

·         Draft manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication and present findings at relevant conferences and forums

·         Coordinate closely with the program implementation team to ensure comparability, rigor and quality of research findings across various sectoral and multi-sectoral initiatives

·         Develop and maintain strong external relations, in particular with government, donors, and public and private sector partners

Qualifications:

·            Relevant doctoral degree in public health, demography, epidemiology and/or statistics (or Master’s degree and equivalent experience in research design)

·            At least five years of experience in leading or co-leading large, experimental research studies in social or development sciences

·            In-depth knowledge of international development issues with particular focus on adolescent girls’ health, wealth creation, education and prevention of violence

·            Exceptional qualitative and quantitative research skills, with at least 10 years’ experience in research, preferably with experience in cost-effectiveness analysis

·            Excellent qualitative and quantitative analysis skills, with expert knowledge of SAS, STATA or other related package for quantitative data and knowledge of Atlas/ti; Nudist or other similar package for qualitative data collection and review

·            Experience in working with adolescent girls in education, finance, violence prevention and/or health sectors

·            Solid managerial and operational experience, preferably managing complex programs

·            In-depth knowledge of intervention programs that work to improve the lives of adolescent girls in Kenya and/or sub-Saharan Africa

·            Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

·            Excellent oral and written communication skills

·            Ability to work efficiently and quickly in a fast paced environment

Interested individuals should submit a statement of interest, CV, salary history and requirements, and names and contact information of 3 references to jobs-earo@icrw.org with “Research Director” in the subject line by no later than April 30, 2013.

Research Consultant - IRC-University of Nairobi Partnership for Education in Emergencies

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

BACKGROUND
In 2009, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) and the University of Nairobi (UoN) partnered to develop a new regional Education in Emergencies initiative in Nairobi, Kenya. The primary focus of Phase I of this partnership entailed developing a Specialization in Education in Emergencies (EiE) within the existing Master of Education degree program offered by the School of Education at the University of Nairobi. From 2009-2012, University of Nairobi faculty were involved in numerous curriculum development and capacity building activities, including field visits, training workshops on EiE topics and practice teaching, among others. Students have been enrolling in the EiE specialization since October 2010 and the first cohort of students graduated in August 2012.

Phase II of this project and partnership now calls for the University of Nairobi EiE faculty to engage in a relevant research project through which they will strengthen their methodological skills, enhance their expertise as researchers and scholars and contribute to the evidence base of the growing field of education in emergencies.

OBJECTIVES
To support this work the IRC is seeking a Research Consultant to work closely with the UoN faculty through the research design process, including publication of research study in a peer-reviewed or other acceptable publication as per University of Nairobi’s policies for recognizing and promoting faculty. Consultants will engage in a scope of work that includes up to five trips to Nairobi to work with UoN faculty, including 1-2 site visits to carry out study, collect data, etc. once an appropriate research venue is identified.

REQUIREMENTS

• Develop a workshop training series, including sessions on identifying/refining a research question, qualitative and quantitative research methods and data collection, data analysis and writing for publication
• Plan two research site visits and accompany faculty to collect data and begin preliminary analysis (project staff will provide assistance linking with potential programs and sites within IRC and/or with other organizations)
• Work with faculty to finalize research plans and provide constructive and detailed feedback on draft interview protocols, coding schema, data findings and publication drafts
• Participate on conference panel to co-present findings at the Comparative and International Education Society’s annual meeting or other appropriate venue (2013 or 2014, pending timing of research project and available funding)

Note: All members of the EiE faculty cohort (4-6 members total) will participate in the research project; however, the research consultant will work closely with and mentor 2-3 through the publication stage. Additional faculty members from the School of Education may also be invited to participate in the on-campus workshops when appropriate.

DELIVERABLES

• Research training guide and related materials for 3-5 training sessions
• Research proposal/concept note to share with partner/hosting organizations
• Research tools for data collection (e.g. interview protocols, surveys, questionnaires)
• Data collected from field visits and coding scheme co-created for data analysis
• Evaluation report (or equivalent) on research program/site for hosting organization
• Draft publications prepared for submission in collaboration with UoN faculty

SCHEDULE/TIMELINE
The work for this research consultancy must be completed, including faculty members’ submission of article drafts for publication and support for revisions, between now and June 2014.

Proposed Timeline (may need to be revised in accordance with UoN semester and teaching responsibilities):

1. Workshop 1: Identifying research question, qualitative and quantitative research methods o Timeline A: November 2012 - Timeline B: January 2013
2. Workshop 2: Data Collection + 1st Field Visit o Timeline A: January/February 2013 - Timeline B: March 2013 • 2nd Field Visit (if needed) and;
3. Workshop 3: Data Analysis o Timeline A: May/June 2013- Timeline B: June/July 2013
4. Workshop 4: Final Analysis and Writing o Timeline A: September/October 2013 - Timeline B: October/November 2013
5. Workshop 5: Preparing Final Drafts o Timeline A: January 2014 - Timeline B: January 2014

PAYMENT INFO/SCHEDULE
Commensurate with experience. The consultant will be paid a flat fee (to be finalized after offer is made) upon deliverables, disbursed in 4 installments. Travel and other business expenses are reimbursable and/or will be covered in advance when possible (airfare/hotel during site visits).

Deliverables

• Workshop sessions 1 and 2 and 1st field visit conducted
• 2nd field visit conducted
• Workshop sessions 3 and 4 conducted
• Final workshop session 5 conducted, including publication drafts

REQUIREMENTS
Qualified candidates will have a:

• Ph.D. or Ed.D. in education or related field (required)
• Established research and scholarship record
• Previous experience on Education in Emergencies Previous experience carrying out field work in Sub-Saharan Africa

TO APPLY: Please submit a CV, cover letter and preliminary scope of work and schedule (including # of days anticipated for key activities) for carrying out the activities mentioned above.

Please apply online, http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH02/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=8580, as well as direct application materials and/or questions about this consultancy to Mary Mendenhall, Project Director, at mary.mendenhall@rescue.org.

Multiple Job Vacancies at Aon Kenya

Aon Kenya is a market leader in insurance broking, Risk Management and Human Capital Consulting.

The firm is going through a period of solid growth and needs to fill the following vacancies:

Research & Product Development Manager

Ref: RPD/10/012

You will among others be responsible for all research and product development activities which may include, the development of R&D strategies, policies and plans; coordinate research, interpret the results of research projects and recommend new products or services; provide advice on research and development options available to the organization interested in research.

Education/Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in business or statistics coupled with at least 4 years relevant experience.

Competencies: The ideal candidate must demonstrate ability to analyze and collate information, good oral and written communication skills, a team player and ability to manage workload and meet deadlines.

Human Resources Officer

Ref: HR/10/012

The ideal person will provides technical and administrative support by performing the following key tasks. Policy development and oversight of human resources program; Process a variety of staff payroll actions such as appointments, promotions, separations; terminations, leave, salary, healthcare, life insurance and pensions changes; Carry out various HR related research projects and/or special projects; and provide customer service functions.

Education/Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree, HND HR. 3 years hands on experience in management consulting or equivalent combination of HR generalist practice and consulting experiences.

Competencies: They must have abilities to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables, collaborate and work effectively with all levels of staff; Exceptional interpersonal communication skills; ability to exercise good judgment, show initiative and demonstrated knowledge of the constitution and labor laws.

Client Relationship Officer (Pensions)

Ref: CRO/LP/10/012

The successful candidate will among others effectively manage corporate client relationships and ensure successful implementation of member educational and pension administration advice;To keep client up to date on changing pensions and related legislations; Prepare clients staff communications related to the scheme administration; Preparation of scheme reports and clients feedback.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance,Actuarial or related discipline coupled with 5 years hands on experience in pension administration.

Agronomist

Ref: AO/IM/10/012

This is a technical position where the job holder will among others sell and service Crop Insurance products to farmers;Assist in the development and implementation of crop insurance sales and products development plans; Provide technical guidance and products support to the agribusiness team; Conduct individual and group product educational demonstrations and assist with obtaining policy information from insured’s for processing.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or related field with no less than 3 years of experience in the agriculture insurance field.

Competencies: A thorough understanding of hail and multi-peril crop insurance products and procedures, good interpersonal skills, ethical and a team player.

General Insurance Broking Managers (2)

Ref: BM/BD/01/012

The job holder will be required to provide support to the General Insurance sales team and perform the following key tasks; Provide tangible solutions and craft proposals for clients; Negotiate policy pricing and terms with underwriters; Respond to tenders and must have an understanding of the tender management process; Identify and understand client requirements via the sales team and build relationships with insurance carriers and carrier personnel to drive sales.

Education/Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree, ACII with 5 years insurance broking experience

Competencies: Enthusiastic and highly motivated person with the ability to interact at all levels;Thorough
understanding of the insurance market and products; A good all round knowledge of all classes of general
insurance; Excellent communication and negotiating skills with both clients and insurers.

Corporate Sales Manager (4)

Ref: CSM/BD/01/012

This is a senior position that requires the job holder to target various corporate clients, seek to understand their insurance (general/life/Medical) needs and develop need based solutions.

The job calls for someone who has appetite of revenue generation

Education/Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree, at least 5 years demonstrated experience with employee benefits/general insurance sales experience of which 2 must be at a senior level.

Competences: Excellent presentation and negotiation skills. Must be articulate and able to write and speak clearly and concisely, yet in an accurate and persuasive manner. Ability to prioritize workload, make decisions, and work effectively and efficiently while meeting deadlines.

Sales Executive (10) 

Ref: SE/BD/02/012

Stationed either at Nairobi, Mombasa, Eldoret and Nakuru, you will assist the business togenerate new business by contacting potential customers and selling one or more types of insurance as directed.

Education/Experience:

• Diploma is business field, COP certification coupled with 2 years demonstrated experience with employee benefits/general insurance sales experience

Claims Executive (General Insurance)

Ref: CE/CD/12

You will among other tasks

• respond to client queries and request for documentation; 
• Register claims and report to underwriters; 
• Seek approval to appoint service providers; 
• Respond to clients on course of action taken on the claim and how long it should take to be resolved;
• Ensure that turnaround time of a claim is adhered to and update the system

Job Requirements:

• A degree in any business discipline, CII, MS Office working knowledge. Relevant general insurance claims experience is advantageous.

Competencies: 

• The ideal candidate must have the ability to handle complaints, even when handling unpleasant customers;
• Good use of office systems to analyse claims and prepare reports, 
• Ability to suggest improvements to the various claims handling processes, 
• flexibility and adaptability is not a choice.

For consideration, please send your application to the postal or physical address below.

Clearly indicate the position and reference number on both the envelope and cover letter, to be received no later than 16th November 2012.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Aon Kenya Insurance Brokers Ltd
Aon House, Processional Way
P.O. Box 48279- 00100 Nairobi, Kenya

Tel: +25420497 4000 / 5000
Mobile: +254722612948 , +254733617500

Research Associates at CAP Youth Empowerment Institute in Kenya

Research Associates at CAP Youth Empowerment Institute in Kenya

CAP Youth Empowerment Institute a registered non – government Organization is looking for the (Project Based) Research Associates.

Job Responsibilities

• To perform research on various CAP YEI Project activities

Skills Required

• Proven research and presentation skills.
• Developing questionnaires and research tools.
• Strong methodological understanding
• Experience in conducting one to one interviews, group interviews and in-depth interviews.
• The above position requires a diploma / post graduation in Marketing/ Economic and Financial Research with 2 to 3 yrs of working experience as a researcher. 

Excellent Verbal and Written communication skills are must. Networking skills are compulsory.

Strong Research skills are essentials.

Please apply with in a Monday (15th October 12) online hrcapyei@gmail.com

Research Manager at an International Organization in Kenya

Research Manager at an International Organization in Kenya

We are a rapidly growing, global organization, operating in almost 40 countries.

We design innovative, cutting-edge approaches to solving development problems, rigorously evaluate these programs and promote the adoption of those with proven impact.

This occurs both through the dissemination of results to policy makers, practitioners, and donors, as well as through supporting the large-scale implementation of evidence-based programs.

Our Kenya office is the organization’s oldest country office, and the site of many of its most influential projects, including seminal studies on de-worming, clean water promotion, bed-net usage and fertilizer subsidies.

We employ more than 300 contracted staff working on 20 different projects across offices in various locations around Kenya.

Our project staffs work closely with Principal Investigators (PIs), researchers who are affiliated with elite academic institutions such as Harvard University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the University of California, Berkeley.

We are in the process of restructuring our project oversight design, and creating an in-country Research Manager position to provide an additional layer of project support.

The Research Manager will be given a portfolio of 4 to 5 projects to supervise.

These projects will be based around a specific geographic area, and might include both evaluation and interventions components.

They could span a range of technical areas, such as agriculture, health, governance and micro-finance.

Possible examples might include: a project studying the comparative health benefit of water, hygiene, sanitation and nutrition interventions; a project measuring the impact of IT systems on sugar-cane farmer productivity; and a project testing methods of selecting and incentivizing community workers.

As part of their supervisory role, the Research Manager will work closely with the country office to ensure effective support is being given to projects, and projects are working within the relevant policies and procedures.

The Research Manager will also participate in senior management discussions and contribute to research policy development and capacity building.

This position will be based in Kisumu, focusing on projects in Western and Nyanza (travel required).

The Research Manager will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Keep Country Director, or his/her designated representative, appraised of all developments on the projects in their portfolio, and serve as key link between the country office, project staff, and Principle Investigators.
• Ensure project adherence in the field to general research design, sample selection, data management and analysis, and overall project management.
• Oversee project financial management, including creation and monitoring of program budgets, and ensuring smooth integration of projects into financial systems.
• Work with country office staff to ensure sound human resource and operational management of project.
• Directly supervise project research assistants (Project Associates or Project Coordinators), and help with transitions when new research staff come on board; maintain “institutional memory” of project activities.
• Lead training on data management and general project management for new/incoming project research staff.
• Promote inter-project best practices and take a lead in sharing best practices with projects through formal and informal training opportunities.
• Attend regular meetings with local government officials and partners to ensure success of programmatic activities.
• In select cases, support the dissemination of results via presentations and reports to academic and non-academic audiences.

Desired Qualifications

• Masters in development economics, or a field related to international economic development or health. Undergraduates with at least 5 years of field experience will also be considered.
• Extensive experience conducting social science or economic field research. Background in randomized control trials is strongly preferred.
• At least two years of project management experience. Extensive experience supervising data collection, teams of field workers, and survey design and implementation.
• Experience with data management, econometrics, and advanced knowledge of Stata or any statistical packages preferably SPSS and or CSPro.
• Cultural sensitivity and demonstrated ability to work successfully with diverse constituencies required. Experience in conducting field research in developing countries required.
• Strong budgeting and financial management skills.
• Experience with presenting research findings at public forums, including to non-research focused audiences, is preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, and complete fluency in English is required. Kiswahili proficiency is preferred.

To Apply

Applicants should email their applications attaching a detailed curriculum vitae and a letter indicating why they are interested in and qualified for the position and the names of three referees who can provide confidential assessment of their capabilities to a Search Committee.

All communications relating to applications for this position should be addressed to: email address: therecexpert@gmail.com.

Applications should be received by 31st October 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

On the subject matter of the email please indicate the position you are applying for.

Research Internships - The KEMRI Wellcome Trust Research Programme, Kenya

Research Internships from The KEMRI Wellcome Trust Research Programme in Kenya

The KEMRI Wellcome Trust Research Programme is an internationally renowned health research programme that is committed to research capacity development in the East African Region.

Research internships provide an opportunity for recent graduates to gain experience in a dynamic research environment by working with senior scientific staff in on-going research activities.

The internship gives young graduates an opportunity to decide if they would like to take up research as a career.

Several internships commencing in January 2012 are available at our Nairobi and Kilifi sites.

Applications are invited from graduates of the subjects below who either completed their Bachelors degree within the last two years (2009 & 2010) or will have completed their course by December 2011.

• Biological Sciences (e.g. zoology, biochemistry),
• Health Sciences (e.g. medicine, pharmacy and nursing),
• Social Sciences, Anthropology
• Geography, Economics
• Mathematics, Statistics, ICT

Applicants should have achieved or expect to achieve a first class or upper second degree.

The internships are limited to 6 months duration and are non-renewable.

A monthly stipend of KSh. 38,783 will be provided.

Candidates will be selected through a two stage process.

Closing dates for application for the first stage of selection is 7th of September 2011.

For further information and application, candidates should visit the internship portal on our website at http://careers.kemri-wellcome.org/internships

Only online applications will be accepted

Researcher - Team Lead - MicroSave, East Africa

Researcher - Team Lead at MicroSave in East Africa - Jobs and Vacancies

MicroSave is a market leader in providing consulting services to retail financial institutions in Africa from offices in Kenya and Uganda, clients in Kenya have included leading commercial banks, microfinance banks, SACCOs, and microfinance institutions and multilateral and bi-lateral donors.

With increasing demand for our services throughout 15 countries in Africa.

MicroSave intends to recruit one or more researchers to join its team in Kenya.

For more details on MicroSave see www.MicroSave.org.

Job description:

• The researcher will be expected to lead research teams in (largely) qualitative research. Research assignments are conducted throughout Africa, but largely in East Africa, so language skills in English, Swahili and regional languages are important.
• The researcher will be expected to be fluent in all aspects of the research cycle including but not limited to, client liaison, research planning and logistics, design and conduct of research approaches, team management, data analysis and reporting.

Experience:

• Candidates must have a minimum of three years relevant experience in qualitative research, though quantitative research experience is an added advantage. Applicants with insufficient experience will not be considered.
• The successful candidate will demonstrate writing ability and will be expected to be able to write quickly and succinctly.
• Applicants should note that consulting research is normally conducted and reported much more quickly than academic research, so the ability to turn around research into reports rapidly is an essential skill.
• Experience in financial sector research is advantageous but not essential, as full exposure to the financial sector and our tools and approaches will be provided.

Education:

• A master’s degree is required.

Travel:

• Willingness to travel extensively internationally and to spend time in the field leading research teams is essential for this position.

Age:

• The applicant is expected to be between 28 and 35 years old.

Skills:

This position requires a wide range of skills. These include computer skills, typing speed, English language speaking and writing ability and professional demeanour. Evidence of high levels of self motivation and drive is required. Applicants invited for interview will be asked to submit an example of a report written by them.

Salary:

Salary commensurate with experience, with enhancement as earning potential is demonstrated. State salary expectations in your covering email. The successful applicant(s) will be eligible to participate in MicroSave’s staff incentive scheme from the start of their second year of employment.

Language skills:

Interested persons must demonstrate proficiency in Kiswahili and English.

Deadline:

Applications are invited by 26th August 2011. State availability in your covering letter.

Applications: Applications are to be exclusively by email to associate@microsave.net including a detailed CV to the Director, MicroSave Consulting Limited. Applications should include a covering letter which should specify why you consider yourself to be the ideal applicant for this position.

The application must state current and expected salary.

Speculative applications are discouraged as they will not be successful - applications failing to meet minimum conditions of education or experience will not be considered.

Please do not send copies of your academic certificates at this stage, these will be required for those invited for interview. Due to the number of applicants we receive only candidates invited for interview will be contacted.

Research Executives - Research Path Associates Ltd., Nairobi

Research Executives at Research Path Associates Ltd. in Nairobi

Dynamic People Consulting (DPC) is recruiting for one of its clients, Research Path Associates Ltd (RPA).

RPA is an independent Market and Social Research Company based in Nairobi and is seeking to fill the following positions:

Research Executives

3 Positions

Skills Required

• Bachelors degree in relevant field
• Over 3 years research experience at Account Management level
• Ability to analyze data
• Ability to write Research Proposals
• Ability to manage Research Projects
• Knowledge of French is an added advantage

Qualified candidates should send their CVs to: Recruitment@dpckenya.com by August 2nd, 2011.

Research and Report Officer, Mombasa

Research and Report Officer in Mombasa

A small to mid-sized commodity company in Mombasa wishes to fill the above position with a candidate having the following qualities:

• Age preference: 25 to 35 years
• University degree holder with manifest proficiency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili
• Familiar with report writing and presentation at Management level
• High level of ICT competency and technology growth oriented
• Conversant with web related research and website maintenance
• Exceptional people skills
• Independent and self motivated

Apply in own handwriting by 8th April 2011 to:

DN.A/936
P.O. Box 80708
Mombasa