Background

The Samburu County Public Service Board invites applications from qualified Persons to fill the following vacant Position in the County Government of Samburu:-

DEPARTMENT OF SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Deputy Director Research And Policy Coordination, Job Group CPSB 04 (1 Post)

Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist in the formulation of comprehensive Strategic Management and Operational Plans that reflect the shared objectives of the Policy and Strategic Sectors.
• Audit all Departmental activities and Community Programs to ensure strict adherence to the Governor's Manifesto, County Priorities and National Policy Frameworks.
• Deliver evidence-based recommendations derived from long term needs assessment exercises and specialized analytical Work to guide County Leadership.
• Advice on the Annual Strategic Planning Cycle and the Development of Sustainable Methodologies to secure the Long Term viability of County Interventions.
• Any other duties assigned by the Director.

Requirements For Appointment

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field such as, Public Administration, Economic, Political Science, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Statistics.
• A Master's Degree in Public Policy, Economics, Research Methodologies or related fields is highly desirable.
• Additional Training in Research, Data Analysis or Policy Development is an added advantage.
• 5-7 Years of experience in Research, Policy Analysis or a related field.
• Experience working in Government, Public Institutions or Non Governmental Organization is an added advantage.
• Ability to design surveys, collect data and conduct Statistical Analysis.
• Knowledge of Public Policy Frameworks and Legislative Processes.
• 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.

Terms of Service: Contract

• Assist in the formulation of comprehensive Strategic Management and Operational Plans that reflect the shared objectives of the Policy and Strategic Sectors.
• Audit all Departmental activities and Community Programs to ensure strict adherence to the Governor's Manifesto, County Priorities and National Policy Frameworks.
• Deliver evidence-based recommendations derived from long term needs assessment exercises and specialized analytical Work to guide County Leadership.
• Advice on the Annual Strategic Planning Cycle and the Development of Sustainable Methodologies to secure the Long Term viability of County Interventions.
• Any other duties assigned by the Director.

• Ability to design surveys, collect data and conduct Statistical Analysis.
• Knowledge of Public Policy Frameworks and Legislative Processes.
• 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.

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field such as, Public Administration, Economic, Political Science, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Statistics.
• A Master's Degree in Public Policy, Economics, Research Methodologies or related fields is highly desirable.
• Additional Training in Research, Data Analysis or Policy Development is an added advantage.
• 5-7 Years of experience in Research, Policy Analysis or a related field.
• Experience working in Government, Public Institutions or Non Governmental Organization is an added advantage.