Research Officer Job in Kenya

 Closing
date: August
15, 2021

1. OVERVIEW

Horn
Africa Consultants Firm (HACOF) supports clients ranging from governments and
non-governmental organizations across the Horn of Africa region to operate more
effectively. HACOF helps using proven strategies; methodologies and road maps
thus provide relevant, insightful and cost-effective research, organizational
development, democracy, governance & peace building, and Media Monitoring
& Analysis portfolios.

For more info on the firm, please visit our website https://hacof.com

2. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We
are seeking to recruit a result-oriented professional to support both
quantitative and qualitative studies. This is a key role in ensuring the
quality of research outputs and bids with the view of securing our competitive
advantage and improving performance.

The Research Officer will be responsible for writing high quality reports, bid proposals and
control the quality of data collected during field works. The position will be
based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Key Requirements

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Post-graduate degree in social sciences, statistics, economics, agronomy or
equivalent qualifications or evidence of equivalent experience.

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Experience in empirical research, data analysis, and in writing evidence-based
reports with practical recommendations.

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Demonstrable knowledge and experience in resource mobilization, business
outsourcing, soliciting and defending proposals.

·
Excellent oral presentation, communication and networking skills, and
interpersonal ability.

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Excellent skills in managing and delivering a range of research projects
quality control and solid outputs.

·
Excellent organizational and planning skills, that ensure work is effectively
prioritized to meet deadlines.

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Ability to develop and utilize appropriate methods and tools to support
high-quality research.

·
Practical and theoretical understanding of certain portfolio areas such as
governance, media peacebuilding, etc.

·
Ability to work under own initiative with a proactive approach to
problem-solving.

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Proven skills in report writing for and presentation of high-quality research
findings, including experience in developing conclusions and policy &
practice recommendations from research evidence.

·
Ability to use quantitative and/or qualitative data analysis software packages

(for
example, R, STATA, SPSS, Nvivo, etc.).

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Knowledge of Kenya and Somalia contexts is a requirement.

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Knowledge of the Somali/Kiswahili languages is an added advantage.

3. JOB DESCRIPTION

The
position may require occasional travel and overnights to certain field
locations. The key tasks will include but are not limited to:

·
Compile, analyze, and report data for evaluations (baseline, midline, or
end-line), Third Party Monitoring, satisfaction surveys, assessments, and other
reports.

·
Conduct internal audits and data quality control measures as well as ensure
field data is of high quality and meets the clients’ standards.

·
Support the Senior Research Manager in the development and utilization of
appropriate research methodologies and methods, evaluation strategies, and
research tools including innovative technology tailored methods.

·
Deploy primary research tools (questionnaires design –sampling- interviews
–focus groups) and conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis in relevance
to the assigned studies.

·
Train and manage field teams as well as supervise overall data collection.

·
Lead report writing, presentation to relevant clients on research findings and
outcomes.

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Working with the Business Development Unit and Director of Strategy/Business
Development, to contribute to the production of concept notes, expression of
interest, and bid proposals.

·
Lead the preparation of competitive bid proposals and expressions of interest.

How
to Apply

To apply for this post
please send a CV, cover letter, writing sample (original, unedited work), and
two references to HACOF HR at info@hacof.com with
the subject line ‘Research Officer Nairobi – ‘’your name’’. Initial closing
date: 15^th August
2021. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted. HACOF is an equal opportunity employer.