Director Research and Policy Coordination at Samburu County Government
Full time @The County Government of Samburu posted 2 months ago in Engineering , in Project Management Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 3132
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Offered Salary 1000
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Career Level Others
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Experience 10 Years +
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Gender Both
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Industry Projects/Programme
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Qualifications masters-degree
Job Description
Director Research and Policy Coordination
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide strategic guidelines on quality and impactful Community Programs.
- Ensure Governor’s manifesto is well aligned with the relevant Departments.
- Coordinate launching of all Flagship Projects/Programs with the Unit and the relevant Department.
- Ensure all deadlines on flagship projects and programs are met within the stipulated time.
- Create strategic management and operational plans for the Unit
- Advise on how to ensure Community Development initiatives operate at optimal efficiency
- Ensure alignment between National and County priorities
- Provide recommendations to county teams on effective services delivery strategies.
- Liaise with Policy and Research team on long term needs assessment exercises and other similar analytical work
- Work with other sections in defining long and short- term strategies and common priorities
- Working with other Departments, support strategic linkages with other Development actors
- Advise on the annual strategic planning processes and sustainable strategies
- Undertake any other role as may be assigned by the Governor.
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
- Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field, such as: Public Administration, Economics, Political Science, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Statistics
- A Master’s Degree in Public Policy, Economics, Public Administration, or related fields is highly desirable.
- Additional Training in research, data analysis, or Policy development is an advantage.
- 7-10 years of experience in research, policy analysis, or a related field.
- Proven experience in designing, conducting, and presenting research findings.
- Demonstrated ability to draft and implement policies or strategic plans.
- Experience working in government, public institutions, or non-governmental organizations is an advantage.
- Proficiency in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
- Ability to design surveys, collect data, and conduct statistical analysis.
- Knowledge of Public Policy Frameworks And Legislative Processes.
- Ability to conduct impact assessments and evaluate policy outcomes.
- Proficiency in data analysis software such as SPSS, STATA, R, or other tools.
- Ability to interpret data and present it in actionable formats.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for drafting reports, Policies, and presentations.
- Ability to communicate complex research findings to non-technical audiences.
- Strong organizational and time-management Skills for Coordinating Research and Policy projects.
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with Internal and External Stakeholders.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- High levels of integrity and professionalism.
- Саpacity to align research and policy initiatives with the county’s strategic objectives.
Method of Application
All applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the left side and submitted in any of the following ways:-
Posted applications should be addressed to:
Secretary/CEO,
Samburu County Public Service Board,
P.O Box 3-20600,
MARALAL.
- Hand Delivery applications should be delivered to the Secretary, Samburu County Public Service Board Offices during working hours (8.00am -5.00pm)
- Applications should be submitted to the undersigned by the close of business on or before 4th June, 2025.
- Only shortlisted and successful Candidates will be contacted.
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