Deputy Director, Policy Analysis Predictive Analytics (Predictive Analytics Division)

Responsibilities

• Leading the delivery of research-oriented outputs as per set targets.
• Providing technical advice in public policy research and analysis to stakeholders.
• Spearheading resource mobilization and implementation of contracted projects.
• Overseeing effective dissemination of research outputs and steering quality control processes.
• Managing partnerships and collaborative research with stakeholders.
• Guiding performance, efficiency, and impact of Department functions.
• Managing corporate consultation, public participation, and stakeholder engagement.
• Guiding risk management and ensuring robust systems for accountability and business continuity.
• Steering the implementation of corporate governance principles and corruption prevention strategies.
• Overseeing staff motivation, teamwork, and a culture of ethical practices.
• Supervising, coaching, mentoring, and facilitating staff training.
• Leading in the preparation, implementation, monitoring, and review of annual work plans and budgets.
• Overseeing the development and review of procurement and assets disposal plans.
• Guiding department meetings to provide strategic direction and coordinate activities.
• Maintaining effective relationships with policymakers, development partners, and research institutions.
• Supervising the formulation and review of public policies and strategies.
• Reviewing quarterly and annual reports for management, the Board, and donors.
• Coordinating knowledge management and data management activities for the Institute.

Requirements

• Cumulative service period of fifteen (15) years of experience, with at least three (3) years at the grade of Assistant Director or in a comparable position.
• Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degrees from a recognized institution 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 related social sciences.
• Completion of a leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of four (4) publications in peer-reviewed journals, books, and book chapters.
• Minimum of six (6) published research papers or reports.

Functional Skills & Competencies

• Leadership, supervisory, and strategic management skills.
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in economic modelling and statistical software applications.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are required to apply through the official KIPPRA recruitment portal. Navigate to recruitment.kippra.or.ke to submit your application. Alternatively, you can access the application link via MyJobMag.