Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, June 08, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Research & Innovation Assistant
REF: RIA/12

Job purpose
The job holder will support the research and innovation Department in implementation of programs and projects as well as to collect, analyse data and writing of reports.

Specifications
The duties and responsibilities will entail:
• Participate in the formulation and synthesis of proposals, ideas and issues on research and innovation in the insurance industry.
• Assist in the implementation of research and innovation activities.
• Assist in the co-ordination of research and innovation activities for promotion of insurance market development Assist synthesis of ideas and issues on research and innovation in the insurance industry.
• Assist in the implementation of research and innovation activities that supports and promotes market development market.
• (Assist in the co-ordination of research and innovation activities for promotion of insurance market development.
• Assist in undertaking surveys and analysing of data and information on insurance market developments and initiatives.
• Assist in preparing reports on various research and innovation activities.
• Assist in carrying out analytical work and offer advisory services to other Directorates on research, innovations and related issues.
• Carrying out desktop research, using a range of methods and sources of data.
• Data entry and analysis
• Assist in writing research reports and carry.
• Support in the logistics for the department

Persons Specifications
• Higher Diploma in Economics, Insurance, Risk Management, Statistics, Business Management or related Social Sciences from a recognized institution with three (3) years relevant experience;
OR
• Diploma in Economics, Insurance, Risk Management, Statistics, Business Management or related Social Sciences from a recognized institution with four (4) years relevant experience;
• Certificate in Computer Proficiency
• Proficiency in relevant data analysis software (SPSS, STATA, R)
• Meets the provisions of chapter six of the constitution.

Competencies and Skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Good analytical skills
• Problem solving
• Professionalism

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Job application procedure
• Suitably qualified and experienced individuals should submit applications enclosing a detailed curriculum vitae (CV), copies of relevant academic and professional certificates/testimonials and a copy of National Identity Card.
• The CV must at the minimum provide details of the applicant’s email address, day-time mobile telephone numbers, details of current employer, current remuneration and names and contacts of three (3) referees familiar with the applicant’s professional background and experience.
• Applications, addressed to the undersigned, may be delivered at the Insurance Regulatory Authority (Registry Section) at Zep-Re Place, 2nd Floor, Longonot Road, Upper Hill. Please note that these should be sealed, marked “Confidential” and indicate the job reference (e.g “REF:SO/01” for Supervision Officer). Alternatively, they may be sent by post or email to:
Commissioner of Insurance & Chief Executive Officer
Insurance Regulatory Authority
Zep-Re Place
P.O Box 43505-00100
Nairobi
EMAIL : careers@ira.go.ke 
Applications must be received by close of business on 21st June 2022.
Compliance Requirement:
In accordance with The Employment (Amendment) Act, 2022, the Authority will require candidates it wishes to enter into a written contract of service with to comply with Chapter Six of the Constitution by submitting mandatory compliance and clearance certificates from the relevant entities

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