Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, March 22, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) is a state corporation established by an Act of parliament – KIPPRA Act No. 15 of 2006, with a primary mandate of providing quality policy advice to the Government of Kenya, and other key stakeholders by conducting policy research and analysis and through capacity building, in order to contribute to the achievements of national long term development objectives. Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis invites applications from qualified
candidates for the following position:

Job Title Deputy Director, Knowledge Management (One position)
Reference HR/7/DDKM/2021/17
Job Grade KIP 3
Basic Salary Scale KES 197, 923 – 279,187 per month
Department Knowledge Management
Supervisor Director, Integrated Development

Position Summary
The Deputy Director, Knowledge Management is the head of the department with responsibility of leading and coordinating the knowledge management programmes of the Institute and foster a knowledge-driven culture anchored on knowledge management principles and practices in the processing, storage and sharing of Institutional knowledge and the maintenance of a repository of all government policies and in the maintenance of databases and datasets.

Key Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities will entail: –
(i) Ensuring compliance with the legal depository and requirements;
(ii) Ensuring compliance with the repository requirements for the policy resource
center;
(iii) Developing and coordinating the implementation of knowledge management
policies and strategies and procedures in consultation with other members of the
Institute;
(iv) Developing and implement systems for creation, capture, processing, storage and
sharing of the Institute’s knowledge;
(v) Facilitating Monitoring and evaluation of knowledge management activities and
implement corrective measures;
(vi) Overseeing the preparation and implementation of annual work plans, budgets and
reports of the department;
(vii)Conducting staff performance appraisals in the department;
(viii) Overseeing preparation, the implementation of Library publication and database
management activities;
(ix) Approving the content of all publications before it is published;
(x) Developing and implement the policies and procedures for the policy resource
Center;
(xi) Ensuring provision of adequate knowledge management infrastructure;
(xii)Ensuring effective internal and external distribution of research outputs;
(xiii) Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation such as copyright, data protection
and intellectual property;
(xiv) Managing the development and use of the organizations internal information
knowledge systems and databases;
(xv) Promoting a culture of knowledge sharing;
(xvi) Developing and implement mechanisms for tapping tacit knowledge at the
Institute;
(xvii) Ensuring the department generates income as per the Institutes set targets;
(xviii) Appraisal of staff in the department; and
(xix) Motivating staff in the department and ensuring team work as well as maintain
good working environment.

Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
(i) Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Information Science,
Publishing, Communication Knowledge Management or equivalent qualification
from a recognized institution;
(ii) Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Information Science, Publishing,
Communication Studies, Knowledge Management or equivalent qualification from a
recognized institution;
(iii) Nine (9) years’ experience in information sciences, three (3) of which must be at
management level;
(iv) Professional qualification and affiliation;
(v) Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized
institution;
(vi) Computer skills in desktop publishing software’s and knowledge of information
systems and applications; and
(vii)Fulfil the requirement of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution.

Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies and Attributes:
Functional skills
1. Leadership skills
2. Presentation skills
3. Communication skills
4. Negotiation skills
5. Problem-solving skills
6. Analytical skills
7. Supervisory skills

Behavioral competencies and attributes
1. Adaptability;
2. Innovative;
3. Critical thinking; and
4. Strategic thinking.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 108

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
If you are interested, possess the necessary qualification and experience, kindly send your filled application form; cover letter; curriculum vitae, and certificates quoting the job title and reference as subject matter to the email below, on or before 12 April 2022 by 5:00 pm.
Email address: kipprajobs@josim.co.ke 
Hand-delivered applications should be submitted at Josim Instantaneous Consultium Limited Offices Located at Bazaar Plaza, Moi Avenue, Nairobi Fourth Floor Room No. D2
The public is notified of the following:
1. Detailed job descriptions, requirements, and how to apply are available on the website
https://kippra.or.ke/careers/ 
2. All applications MUST be received on or before 12 April 2022 by 5:00 pm.
3. KIPPRA is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disability, females, marginalized and minorities are encouraged to apply
4. There are NO fees charged by KIPPRA for any application of these positions
5. Canvassing for any of these positions will result in disqualification of the candidate
6. ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be required to avail the following documents during the interview:
a) Original academic certificates
b) Clearance from Higher Education Loans Board
c) Clearance from Criminal Investigation Department
d) Clearance from Ethics and Anti–Corruption Commission
e) Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority (Tax Compliance Certificate)
f) Evidence of publications where required
g) Recommendation letter (s)
7. For any information or further clarification about the positions advertised kindly contact the following:
Josim Instantaneous Consultium Limited
Telephone: +254784444366
Email address: kipprajobs@josim.co.ke 

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