Assistant Director, Nutrition and Dietetics (Nutrition and Dietetics Division)

Responsibilities

• Coordinating the delivery of research-oriented outputs as per set targets.
• Coordinating technical advisory in public policy research and analysis to stakeholders.
• Coordinating resource mobilization and implementation of contracted projects.
• Organizing effective dissemination of research outputs.
• Promoting quality control processes of research outputs.
• Promoting partnerships and collaborative research with stakeholders.
• Reviewing performance, efficiency, and impact of Department functions and providing guidance on improvements.
• Coordinating corporate consultation, public participation, and stakeholder engagement in the Institute’s programs and policies.
• Supervising risk management, ensuring robust systems for accountability, business continuity, and internal controls.
• Implementing corporate governance principles, corruption prevention strategies, and adherence to relevant national policies and directives.
• Promoting staff motivation, teamwork, and a culture of ethical practices and good governance.
• Supervising annual work plans, budgets, and performance management frameworks for the department.
• Organizing timely and efficient implementation of the Department’s work plans.
• Maintaining effective relationships with key stakeholders, including policymakers, development partners, and research institutions.
• Reviewing public policies and strategies.
• Reviewing all research outputs from the Department to ensure alignment with the Institute’s mandate.
• Organizing the Department’s dissemination activities and calendar.
• Undertaking project planning, budgeting, and implementation within the Department.
• Executing partnership activities in line with the Institute’s priorities.
• Reviewing the preparation of quarterly and annual reports for management and the Board.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A cumulative service period of twelve (12) years, with at least three (3) years at the grade of Senior Policy Analyst or in a comparable position.
• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Public Policy, Development Studies, Law, Engineering, Geo-Spatial Information Science, Urban Planning, Gender, Nutrition, Food Science, International Relations, Political Science, Public Administration, Social Policy, Public Health, Public Finance, Environmental Studies, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• Master’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Public Policy, Development Studies, Law, Engineering, Geo-Spatial Information Science, Urban Planning, Gender, Nutrition, Food Science, International Relations, Political Science, Public Administration, Social Policy, Public Health, Public Finance, Environmental Studies, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• Completion of a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• A minimum of three (3) publications in peer-reviewed journals, books, or book chapters.
• A minimum of four (4) published research papers or reports.
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Functional Skills and Competencies

• Leadership and supervisory skills.
• Strategic management and problem-solving skills.
• Analytical and organizational skills.
• Negotiation and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in economic modelling and computer applications (including statistical software).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team building skills.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) recruitment portal at https://recruitment.kippra.or.ke. You can also access the application via https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1191729.