Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, March 23, 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 Principal Policy Analyst, Trade and Foreign Policy (One position)
Reference HR/7/PPATFP/2021/29
Job Grade KP/4
Basic Salary Scale KES 147,181 – 207,612 per month
Department Trade and Foreign Policy
Supervisor Deputy Director, Trade and Foreign Policy

Position Summary
To support in provision of policy advice and evidence in public policy formulation; conduct public policy research; undertake public policy analysis; support capacity building especially in public policy analysis; provide policy advisory and technical services to the government, private sector and other stakeholders; disseminate research findings with a view of informing public policy process and providing a platform for the exchange of policy views amongst stakeholders thus contribute to the Institute’s mandate.

Key Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities will entail: –
(i) Undertaking relevant objective policy research;
(ii) Conducting capacity building activities for government and other stakeholders;
(iii) Undertaking policy analysis and provide policy advice to government;
(iv) Developing research proposals to raise targeted funds to enhance sustainability of the
Institute;
(v) Participating in enhancing the Institute’s networks and partnerships;
(vi) Dissemination of research findings through seminars, roundtables, workshops and
conferences;
(vii)Publishing of research work including referred journals and book chapters;
(viii) Developing policy-oriented outputs such as discussion papers, working papers,
policy papers, policy briefs among others;
(ix) Contributing to the preparation of work plans to achieve the Institute’s mandate;
(x) Participating in the preparation of KIPPRA flagship report;
(xi) Participating in policy engagement forums such as task forces, working groups
among others;
(xii)Managing the collection and updating data and ensuring the overall quality of this
data;
(xiii) Updating current economic developments to guide in identifying policy issues for
the Institute focus;
(xiv) Participating in the preparation of quarterly and annual reports;
(xv) Assuring quality of research outputs;
(xvi) Supervising and overseeing the day-to-day execution of research projects;
(xvii) Supervising young professionals’ research activities;
(xviii) Participating in the preparation of quarterly and annual reports-has individual
targets that also need to reported; and
(xix) Developing content and publish in peer Reviewed journals to disseminate research
findings and contribute to the body of knowledge at national, regional and
international levels;

Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
(i) Bachelor’s degree in economics or related social sciences from a recognized institution from a recognized institution;
(ii) Master’s degree in economics, or related social sciences from a recognized
institution from a recognized institution;
(iii) PhD in economics, or related social sciences from a recognized institution from a recognized institution;
(iv) Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized
institution;
(v) Six (6) years’ relevant work experience;
(vi) Minimum of four (4) publications in peer Reviewed journals;
(vii)Knowledge statistical software for data entry, analysis, extraction and reporting;
(viii)Minimum of six (6) research papers including KIPPRA discussion papers, policy
papers, working papers, special papers, as well as book chapters;
(ix) Training in modelling skills will be an added advantage;
(x) Computer skills including statistical packages; and
(xi) Fulfil the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the constitution.

Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies and Attributes:
Functional skills
1. Leadership skills;
2. Strategic management skills;
3. Problem-solving skills;
4. Conflict management skills;
5. Communication skills;
6. Interpersonal skills;
7. Organizational skills;
8. Negotiation skills;
9. Team building; and
10. Analytical skills.

Behavioral competencies and attributes
1. Critical thinking;
2. Strategic thinking;
3. Ability to work under pressure;
4. Knowledge statistical software for data entry, analysis, extraction and reporting; and
5. Problems are highly complex, requiring significant research and creative thinking

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

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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