Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA)

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities will entail: -

<ul>
	<li>Undertaking relevant objective policy research;</li>
	<li>Conducting capacity building activities for government and other stakeholders;</li>
	<li>Undertaking policy analysis and provide policy advice to government;</li>
	<li>Developing research proposals to raise targeted funds to enhance sustainability of the Institute;</li>
	<li>Participating in enhancing the Institute’s networks and partnerships;</li>
	<li>Disseminating research findings through seminars, roundtables, workshops and conferences;</li>
	<li>Publishing of research work including referred journals and book chapters;</li>
	<li>Developing policy-oriented outputs such as discussion papers, working papers, policy papers, policy briefs among others;</li>
	<li>Contributing to the preparation of work plans to achieve the Institute’s mandate;</li>
	<li>Participating in the preparation of KIPPRA flagship report;</li>
	<li>Participating in policy engagement forums such as task forces, working groups among others;</li>
	<li>Managing the collection and updating data and ensuring the overall quality of this data;</li>
	<li>Updating on current economic developments to guide in identifying policy issues for the Institute focus;</li>
	<li>Participating in the preparation of quarterly and annual reports;</li>
	<li>Assuring quality of research outputs;</li>
	<li>Supervising and overseeing the day-to-day execution of research projects;</li>
	<li>Supervising young professionals’ research activities;</li>
	<li>Developing research proposals to raise targeted funds to enhance sustainability of the Institute; and</li>
	<li>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.</li>
</ul>

Job Specification

Position Summary :- To support in providing 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.

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

<ul>
	<li>Bachelor’s degree in economics or related social sciences from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Master’s Degree in Economics, or related social sciences from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>PhD in Economics, or related social sciences from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Management course lasting not less than 4 weeks from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Knowledge statistical software for data entry, analysis, extraction and reporting;</li>
	<li>Six (6) years’ relevant work experience;</li>
	<li>Minimum of four (4) publications in peer Reviewed journals;</li>
	<li>Minimum of six (6) research papers including KIPPRA discussion papers, policy papers, working papers, special papers as well as book chapters;</li>
	<li>Training in Modelling skills will be an added advantage;</li>
	<li>Computer skills including statistical packages; and</li>
	<li>Fulfil the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution.</li>
</ul>

Principal Policy Analyst, Governance

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities will entail: -

<ul>
	<li>Overseeing full implementation of various research and policy analysiswork in the respective department in Institute for quality assurance and for purposes of ensuring the fulfillment of KIPPRA mandate;</li>
	<li>Providing advice to the Director on a regular basis on ways to improve departmental performance to Ensuring the organizations research mandateis achieved;</li>
	<li> Contributing in advising the government on policy issues related to medium term and long term strategic perspectives for social and economic development;</li>
	<li>Enforcing quality control process as Established by the Institute;</li>
	<li>Ensuring effective formulation of policies and strategies to guide the Institute’s operations;</li>
	<li>Ensuring timely and efficient implementation of work plans and conduct semi and annual appraisals of staff in the department;</li>
	<li>Providing leadership in the department through supervision of staff;</li>
	<li>Ensuring effective development and management of project plan, budgets and their implementation;</li>
	<li>Providing inputs for Monitoring and evaluation activities and implement corrective measures to ensuring full implementation of programmes in department;</li>
	<li>Overseeing day to day work in the department;</li>
	<li>Establishing and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders forthe department’s mandate, including policy makers and implementers,development partners and other research institutions;</li>
	<li>Motivating staff in the department and ensuring teamwork as well as good working climate/environment;</li>
	<li>Overseeing development of simulation and forecasting models;</li>
	<li>Chairing dissemination seminars and meetings, Reviewing papers as per the Institute requirements;</li>
	<li>Ensuring the department generates income to the Institute as per the set targets;</li>
	<li>Evaluating performance of staff in the department;</li>
	<li>Conducting research and policy analysis to inform policy through publications in the form of discussion policy papers, conference papers, book chapters and journal articles with view to disseminate research findings to government and other economic agents;</li>
	<li>Developing content and publish in peer Reviewed journals and book chapters to disseminate research findings and contribute to the body of knowledge at national, regional and international levels; and</li>
	<li>Developing government’s capacity in formulation of public policy by developing content and train public officers to equip them with the necessary skills.</li>
</ul>

Job Specification

<ul>
	<li>Head the Trade and Foreign Policy Department; guide the implementation of functions and duties undertaken in the department including providing 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.</li>
</ul>

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

<ul>
	<li>Bachelors Degree in Economics or related social sciences from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Masters Degree in Economics, or related social sciences from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>PhD in Economics, or related social sciences from a recognized institution</li>
	<li>Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Nine (9) years’ relevant work experience;</li>
	<li>Minimum of six (6) publications in peer Reviewed journals and book chapters;</li>
	<li>Minimum of nine (9) research papers including KIPPRA discussion papers, policy papers, working papers and special papers;</li>
	<li>Knowledge statistical software for data entry, analysis, extraction and reporting;</li>
	<li>Training in Modeling skills will be an added advantage;</li>
	<li>Computer Skills including statistical packages;</li>
</ul>

Deputy Director, Trade and Foreign Policy

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities will entail: -

<ul>
	<li>Providing legal guidance to the Institute and the Board on their duties and responsibilities and on matters of governance;</li>
	<li>Preparing Board work plan, Board calendar, and Board Budget;</li>
	<li>Follow up with management staff to ensure Board papers are ready and disseminated on time;</li>
	<li>Providing corporate governance advisory to the Board;</li>
	<li>Promoting compliance with Laws, regulations, and codes of governance;</li>
	<li>Overseeing monitoring and evaluation of compliance with regulations, contractual obligations and policies and implementing corrective actions;</li>
	<li>Facilitating Board induction and carrying out Board training needs assessment;</li>
	<li>Facilitating Board evaluation process to ensure improvement in corporate governance practices;</li>
	<li>Ensuring proper constitution of Board committees with clear terms of reference;</li>
	<li>Ensuring governance and legal audit are carried out;</li>
	<li>Registering KIPPRA documents for intellectual property;</li>
	<li>Maintaining statutory records and books including a register of present and past Board members, register of charges, and minutes of Board meetings;</li>
	<li>Maintaining and updating governance documents including Board charter, work plan, conflict of interest, statutory registers, and gift register;</li>
	<li>Facilitating policy research on legal issues;</li>
	<li>Ensuring reviewing of legal documents/instruments, opinions, and briefs;</li>
	<li>Coordinating preparation of reports, briefs, and memoranda;</li>
	<li>Taking legal action where necessary to protect the interest of the KIPPRA in pursuance of its mandate;</li>
	<li>Managing liaison with external law firms on litigation involving KIPPRA;</li>
	<li>Providing legal counsel on legal and legislative issues impacting KIPPRA;</li>
	<li>Providing legal support and services to the programmes in which KIPPRA will be involved;</li>
	<li>Preparing drafts and negotiating contracts, leases, formal agreements, and other legal instruments between KIPPRA and other parties;</li>
	<li>Participating in settlement and arbitration of disputes to protect organizational interests;</li>
	<li>Providing company secretarial services to the Board;</li>
	<li>Overseeing drafting of legal documents;</li>
	<li>Interpreting and implementing laws and rulings including the government policies and regulations;</li>
	<li>Representing KIPPRA in relevant functions and activities;</li>
	<li>Appraising of staff in the department;</li>
	<li>Overseeing day to day operations of the Department; and</li>
	<li>Motivating and supervising staff in the department and ensuring a good work environment.</li>
</ul>

Job Specification

The Corporation Secretary is the head of the Corporation Secretary and Legal Services Department, with the responsibility to provide legal guidance to the Institute and Board on their duties and responsibilities and on matters of governance, to ensure compliance with Laws and Code of Governance.

   For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

<ul>
	<li>Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Master’s degree in Law;</li>
	<li>Postgraduate Diploma from Kenya School of Law;</li>
	<li>Minimum period of nine (9) years post admission in legal affairs, three of which in management;</li>
	<li>Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court;</li>
	<li>Member of the Law Society of Kenya and in good standing;</li>
	<li>Member of Institute of Certified Secretaries;</li>
	<li>Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Computer skills; and</li>
	<li>Fulfil the requirements for Chapter six (6) of the Constitution</li>
</ul>

Corporation Secretary

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities will entail: -

<ul>
	<li>Undertaking relevant objective policy research;</li>
	<li>Conducting capacity building activities for government and other stakeholders;</li>
	<li>Undertaking policy analysis and provide policy advice to government;</li>
	<li>Developing research proposals to raise targeted funds to enhance sustainability of the Institute;</li>
	<li>Participating in enhancing the Institute’s networks and partnerships;</li>
	<li>Disseminating research findings through seminars, roundtables, workshops and conferences;</li>
	<li>Publishing of research work including referred journals and book chapters;</li>
	<li>Developing policy-oriented outputs such as discussion papers, working papers, policy papers, policy briefs among others;</li>
	<li>Contributing to the preparation of work plans to achieve the Institute’s mandate;</li>
	<li>Participating in the preparation of KIPPRA flagship report;</li>
	<li>Participating in policy engagement forums such as task forces, working groups among others;</li>
	<li>Managing the collection and updating data and ensuring the overall quality of this data;</li>
	<li>Updating on current economic developments to guide in identifying policy issues for the Institute focus;</li>
	<li>Participating in the preparation of quarterly and annual reports;</li>
	<li>Assuring quality of research outputs;</li>
	<li>Supervising and overseeing the day-to-day execution of research projects;</li>
	<li>Supervising young professionals’ research activities;</li>
	<li>Developing research proposals to raise targeted funds to enhance sustainability of the Institute; and</li>
	<li>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.</li>
</ul>

Job Specification

Purpose Summary :-To support in providing 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.

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

<ul>
	<li>Bachelor’s degree in economics or related social sciences from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Master’s Degree in Economics, or related social sciences from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>PhD in Economics, or related social sciences from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Management course lasting not less than 4 weeks from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Knowledge statistical software for data entry, analysis, extraction and reporting;</li>
	<li>Six (6) years’ relevant work experience;</li>
	<li>Minimum of four (4) publications in peer Reviewed journals;</li>
	<li>Minimum of six (6) research papers including KIPPRA discussion papers, policy papers, working papers, special papers as well as book chapters;</li>
	<li>Training in Modelling skills will be an added advantage;</li>
	<li>Computer skills including statistical packages; and</li>
	<li>Fulfil the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution.</li>
</ul>

Principal Policy Analyst Macroeconomics

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities will entail: -

<ul>
	<li>Undertaking relevant objective policy research;</li>
	<li>Conducting capacity building activities for government and other stakeholders;</li>
	<li>Undertaking policy analysis and provide policy advice to government;</li>
	<li>Participating in developing research proposals to raise targeted funds to enhance sustainability of the Institute;</li>
	<li>Participating in enhancing the Institute’s networks and partnerships;</li>
	<li>Disseminating research findings through seminars, roundtables, workshops and conferences;</li>
	<li>Publishing of research work including referred journals and book chapters;</li>
	<li>Developing policy oriented outputs such as discussion papers, working papers, policy papers, policy briefs among others;</li>
	<li>Contributing to the preparation of work plans to achieve the Institute’s mandate;</li>
	<li>Participating in the preparation of KIPPRA flagship report;</li>
	<li>Participating in policy engagement forums such as task forces, working groups among others;</li>
	<li>Collecting and updating data and ensuring the overall quality of this data;</li>
	<li>Updating current economic developments to guide in identifying policy issues for the Institute focus;</li>
	<li>Participating in the preparation of quarterly and annual reports;</li>
	<li>Assuring quality of research outputs</li>
	<li>Developing research proposals to raise targeted funds to enhance sustainability of the Institute; and</li>
	<li>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.</li>
</ul>

Job Specification

Position Summary :- Undertake public policy capacity building, research, analysis and dissemination with the view to advise government of Kenya and other economic agencies on matters of public policy. Provide technical support and delegated supervisory roles in policy formulation and implementation of public policy capacity building programs to build capacity of government of Kenya, private sector on matters of public policy. Promoting and coordinating the Institute capacity building agenda for stakeholders, developing and implementing the capacity development strategy, and to continuously undertake monitor and evaluate the implementation of capacity building programs.

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

<ul>
	<li>Bachelors Degree in Economics or related social sciences from a recognized institution from a recognized institution ;</li>
	<li>Masters Degree in Economics, or related social sciences from a recognized institution from a recognized institution ;</li>
	<li>Supervisory skills course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Knowledge statistical software for data entry, extraction and reporting; and</li>
	<li>Computer Skills and use of statistical softwares;</li>
	<li>Minimum experience of three (3) years in Policy Research and Analysis;</li>
	<li>Minimum of two (2) publications in peer Reviewed journals;</li>
	<li>Minimum of three (3) research papers including KIPPRA discussion papers, policy papers, working papers, special papers as well as book chapters;</li>
	<li>Training in Modeling skills will be an added advantage; and</li>
	<li>Fulfil the requirements of chapter six (6) of the Constitution.</li>
</ul>

Senior Policy Analyst, Governance

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities will entail: -

<ul>
	<li>Developing Internal Audit Policies and Procedures;</li>
	<li>Developing, implement and Reviewing the internal audit charter;</li>
	<li>Developing internal audit strategic plan;</li>
	<li>Developing annual internal audit work plans and budgets;</li>
	<li>Reviewing of internal audit reports;</li>
	<li>Preparing final internal audit activities reports;</li>
	<li>Supervising Internal Audit staff;</li>
	<li>Liaising with external auditors and other external assurance providers;</li>
	<li>Providing advisory services to Management and the Board;</li>
	<li>Evaluating internal controls framework;</li>
	<li>Executing the annual internal audit work plan;</li>
	<li>Supervising assurance internal audit activities;</li>
	<li>Providing assurance on the effectiveness of Institute's risk management framework;</li>
	<li>Liaising and work closely with the law Enforcement agencies, commissions and professional bodies mandated to conduct investigations into incidents of fraud and other irregularities to prevent, detect and investigate identified malpractices;</li>
	<li>Ensuring follow up on implementation of audit recommendations; and</li>
	<li>Ensuring compliance with the Internal Audit Charter, Public Finance Management Act, 2015 Regulations and any other guidelines issued from time to time by the Government and the Institute of Internal Auditors.</li>
</ul>

Job Specification

Position Summary :- The Principal Internal Auditor shall Develop internal audit policies and procedures, Implement and review the Internal audit charter, Develop annual internal audit work plans and budget, review internal audit reports, assess the adequacy of compliance, control and governance processes put in place by the management and also provide an independent objective assurance designed to add value and improve the Institute’s operations by assisting the management and Audit Committee in the effective discharge of their duties and responsibilities.  

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

<ul>
	<li>Bachelors Degree in accounting or other relevant fields from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Masters Degree in accounting or other relevant fields from a recognized institution.</li>
	<li>CPA (K) and CIA, CISA or any equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Active Member of ICPAK or IIA;</li>
	<li>Minimum six (6) relevant work experience;</li>
	<li>Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Computer skills in audit and accounting softwares; and</li>
	<li>Fulfil the requirements for Chapter six (6) of the Constitution.</li>
</ul>

Principal Internal Auditor

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities will entail: -

<ul>
	<li>Undertaking relevant objective policy research;</li>
	<li>Conducting capacity building activities for government and other stakeholders;</li>
	<li>Undertaking policy analysis and provide policy advice to government;</li>
	<li>Developing research proposals to raise targeted funds to enhance sustainability of the Institute;</li>
	<li>Participating in enhancing the Institute’s networks and partnerships;</li>
	<li>Disseminating research findings through seminars, roundtables, workshops and conferences;</li>
	<li>Publishing of research work including referred journals and book chapters;</li>
	<li>Developing policy-oriented outputs such as discussion papers, working papers, policy papers, policy briefs among others;</li>
	<li>Contributing to the preparation of work plans to achieve the Institute’s mandate;</li>
	<li>Participating in the preparation of KIPPRA flagship report;</li>
	<li>Participating in policy engagement forums such as task forces, working groups among others;</li>
	<li>Managing the collection and updating data and ensuring the overall quality of this data;</li>
	<li>Updating on current economic developments to guide in identifying policy issues for the Institute focus;</li>
	<li>Participating in the preparation of quarterly and annual reports;</li>
	<li>Assuring quality of research outputs;</li>
	<li>Supervising and overseeing the day-to-day execution of research projects;</li>
	<li>Supervising young professionals’ research activities;</li>
	<li>Developing research proposals to raise targeted funds to enhance sustainability of the Institute; and</li>
	<li>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.</li>
</ul>

Job Specification

Position Summary :- To support in providing 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.

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

<ul>
	<li>Bachelor’s degree in economics or related social sciences from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Master’s Degree in Economics, or related social sciences from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>PhD in Economics, or related social sciences from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Management course lasting not less than 4 weeks from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Knowledge statistical software for data entry, analysis, extraction and reporting;</li>
	<li>Six (6) years’ relevant work experience;</li>
	<li>Minimum of four (4) publications in peer Reviewed journals;</li>
	<li>Minimum of six (6) research papers including KIPPRA discussion papers, policy papers, working papers, special papers as well as book chapters;</li>
	<li>Training in Modelling skills will be an added advantage;</li>
	<li>Computer skills including statistical packages; and</li>
	<li>Fulfil the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution.</li>
</ul>

Principal Policy Analyst, Social Sector

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities will entail: -

<ul>
	<li>Undertaking relevant objective policy research;</li>
	<li>Conducting capacity building activities for government and other stakeholders;</li>
	<li>Undertaking policy analysis and provide policy advice to government;</li>
	<li>Developing research proposals to raise targeted funds to enhance sustainability of the Institute;</li>
	<li>Participating in enhancing the Institute’s networks and partnerships;</li>
	<li>Disseminating research findings through seminars, roundtables, workshops and conferences;</li>
	<li>Publishing of research work including referred journals and book chapters;</li>
	<li>Developing policy-oriented outputs such as discussion papers, working papers, policy papers, policy briefs among others;</li>
	<li>Contributing to the preparation of work plans to achieve the Institute’s mandate;</li>
	<li>Participating in the preparation of KIPPRA flagship report;</li>
	<li>Participating in policy engagement forums such as task forces, working groups among others;</li>
	<li>Managing the collection and updating data and ensuring the overall quality of this data;</li>
	<li>Updating on current economic developments to guide in identifying policy issues for the Institute focus;</li>
	<li>Participating in the preparation of quarterly and annual reports;</li>
	<li>Assuring quality of research outputs;</li>
	<li>Supervising and overseeing the day-to-day execution of research projects;</li>
	<li>Supervising young professionals’ research activities;</li>
	<li>Developing research proposals to raise targeted funds to enhance sustainability of the Institute; and</li>
	<li>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.</li>
</ul>

Job Specification

Purpose Summary: To support in providing 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.

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

<ul>
	<li>Bachelor’s degree in economics or related social sciences from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Master’s Degree in Economics, or related social sciences from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>PhD in Economics, or related social sciences from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Management course lasting not less than 4 weeks from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Knowledge statistical software for data entry, analysis, extraction and reporting;</li>
	<li>Six (6) years’ relevant work experience;</li>
	<li>Minimum of four (4) publications in peer Reviewed journals;</li>
	<li>Minimum of six (6) research papers including KIPPRA discussion papers, policy papers, working papers, special papers as well as book chapters;</li>
	<li>Training in Modelling skills will be an added advantage;</li>
	<li>Computer skills including statistical packages; and</li>
	<li>Fulfil the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution</li>
</ul>

Principal Policy Analyst, Private Sector

Principal Policy Analyst, Infrastructure and Economic Services (IESD)

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities will entail: -

<ul>
	<li>Undertaking relevant objective policy research;</li>
	<li>Conducting capacity building activities for government and other stakeholders;</li>
	<li>Undertaking policy analysis and provide policy advice to government;</li>
	<li>Developing research proposals to raise targeted funds to enhance sustainability of the Institute;</li>
	<li>Participating in enhancing the Institute’s networks and partnerships;</li>
	<li>Disseminating research findings through seminars, roundtables, workshops and conferences;</li>
	<li>Publishing of research work including referred journals and book chapters;</li>
	<li>Developing policy-oriented outputs such as discussion papers, working papers, policy papers, policy briefs among others;</li>
	<li>Contributing to the preparation of work plans to achieve the Institute’s mandate;</li>
	<li>Participating in the preparation of KIPPRA flagship report;</li>
	<li>Participating in policy engagement forums such as task forces, working groups among others;</li>
	<li>Managing the collection and updating data and ensuring the overall quality of this data;</li>
	<li>Updating on current economic developments to guide in identifying policy issues for the Institute focus;</li>
	<li>Participating in the preparation of quarterly and annual reports;</li>
	<li>Assuring quality of research outputs;</li>
	<li>Supervising and overseeing the day-to-day execution of research projects;</li>
	<li>Supervising young professionals’ research activities;</li>
	<li>Developing research proposals to raise targeted funds to enhance sustainability of the Institute; and</li>
	<li>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.</li>
</ul>

Job Specification

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

<ul>
	<li>Bachelor’s degree in economics or related social sciences from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Master’s Degree in Economics, or related social sciences from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>PhD in Economics, or related social sciences from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Management course lasting not less than 4 weeks from a recognized institution;</li>
	<li>Knowledge statistical software for data entry, analysis, extraction and reporting;</li>
	<li>Six (6) years’ relevant work experience;</li>
	<li>Minimum of four (4) publications in peer Reviewed journals;</li>
	<li>Minimum of six (6) research papers including KIPPRA discussion papers, policy papers, working papers, special papers as well as book chapters;</li>
	<li>Training in Modelling skills will be an added advantage;</li>
	<li>Computer skills including statistical packages; and</li>
	<li>Fulfil the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution.</li>
</ul>