Data, Monitoring, and Research jobs at PKF firms and Other Companies in Kenya

 
Deadline of this Job: 23 January 2023

The successful candidate will be responsible for the provision of leadership and guidance in the development, acquisition, and evaluation of germplasm aimed at producing high-yielding, disease-tolerant seed varieties. The job holder will be responsible for developing and implementing plant-breeding programs and undertaking collaborative research with other research institutions.

Key Responsibilities
• Oversee the development, evaluation, and release of maize, wheat, oil crop, millet, sorghum, and pasture varieties for Kenya, East, and Central Africa region.
• Coordination of collection, collation, analysis, and interpretation of appropriate data from crop experiments undertaken.
• Registration of Company varieties in the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa catalog for sale.
• Maintenance and supply of breeder’s seeds for maize, wheat, oil crop, millet, sorghum, and pasture varieties.
• Screen various seed dressing products, herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides in order to apply corrective measures for biotic and abiotic plant stresses.
• Description of released varieties in terms of distinctiveness, uniformity and stability.
• Development and implementation of plant breeding programs and ensuring phytosanitary protocols are established and followed for maximum crop productivity and seed health.
• Coordinate identification and leasing of appropriate and adequate research land within and outside the Company for Research programs.
• Undertake collaborative research with other research institutions.
• Monitoring of seed technology trends through regular attendance and presentation to international bodies, conferences and workshops.
• Representing the Company in the development and harmonization of seed rules forums conducted by Seed Traders of Kenya and others.
• Implementation of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System in the department.
• Development and assignment of performance targets to staff and appraisal of staff performance annually.
• Oversee implementation of agreed work plans and attainment of performance targets by staff in the department.
• Submit released Company crop varieties for registration for protection purposes Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Services and foster Intellectual Property Rights issues through the Plant Breeders Association of Kenya.
• Spearhead the implementation and utilization of the departmental approved budget.
• Coordinate delivery of approved breeders’ seeds of various crops to the Basic Seed Unit.
• Preparation of departmental technical reports and board papers as required.


Deadline of this Job: 19 January 2023

Duties and Responsibilities
• Business Researcher to help design and manage business research relevant to training work in Facilities and Workplace Management
• Work experience in designing research methodology & research instrument
• Work experience in data collection, analyzing data using various statistics method and experience in writing reports and making research presentation
• Collect and analyze data
• Maintain accurate records of interviews, safeguarding the confidentiality of subjects, as necessary
• Prepare, maintain and update website materials
• Maintain quality standards to preserve the integrity of data and findings.
• Schedule and conduct interviews.
• Analyze data using various statistical methods.
• Write reports to summarize data and the implications of the results
• As appropriate to the specified position, code and verify data in accordance with specified research protocol and coding procedures and enter data into a computer database and/or spreadsheet application for subsequent analysis
• Develop or assist in the development of interview schedules; contact potential subjects to introduce and explain study objectives and protocol and to arrange interviews, either in person or by telephone
• Identify and compile lists of potential research subjects in accordance with study objectives and parameters, as appropriate to the individual position
• Conduct and record face-to-face and/or telephone interviews with subjects, in accordance with predetermined interview protocol, data collection procedures and documentation standards
• Review and edit data to ensure completeness and accuracy of information; follow up with subjects to resolve problems or clarify data collected
• Develop research protocols
• Track progress over time

Key Requirements
• At least three years’ work experience in a private sector research firm with direct responsibilities or assisting in designing research methodology, developing research survey instrument, collecting and analyzing data, drafting research finding report and preparing presentations
• Good work experience in Business research
• Work experience in designing research methodology & research instrument
• Work experience in data collection, analyzing data using various statistics method
• Work experience in writing reports and making research presentation
• Working knowledge of SQL, SPSS, Stata, R, Alteryx, Tableau
and other statistical software programs
• Web savvy and highly experienced in digital marketing, social media and managing database
• Demonstrated being critical thinker, analytical person, highly organised, meticulous and take pride in their work performance
• Highly reliable and dependable
• Required Ravens psychometric Score 92%
• Education background in Statistics, Data science, Research, Data Mining and good working knowledge of SQL, SPSS, Stata, R, Alteryx, Tableau and other research data analysis and presentation software is essential
• Access to online journals, professional experience in digital marketing, social media, writing experience and managing database will be highly desirable ∙ Are critical thinker, analytical person, highly organised, meticulous and take pride in your work performance


Deadline of this Job: 03 February 2023

Role
This leadership position plays a foundational role in the realization of important organizational building blocks, including
Reporting to the VP of Program Effectiveness, this role is global in nature, leading a network of MEAL expertise that spans headquarters, five regions (US/Canada, Latin America, Africa, Asia/Pacific, and Europe & the Middle East), and operations in over 70 countries.
• Theory of Change
• People Centered Development
• Housing Ecosystem Assessment
• Program Framework
• Results Measurement
• Research and Learning
Critical priorities include: (1) Driving the development of a new results measurement system, including the definition of indicators and IT platform; (2) Strengthening the global MEAL network, including identification and application of expertise through a community of practice; (3) Integrating people-centered approaches in assessment, design, monitoring, and evaluation; and (4) Building a global knowledge base of research, evaluation, and program models.
The Senior Director will integrate accountability across geographies, functions, and programs, working collaboratively with both programmatic and operational colleagues (including strategy, communications, and resource development). The role also supports Habitat’s work to promote diversity, equity and inclusion in its workplace and programs.

Key Responsibilities
• Build culture and serve as an organizational focal point to generate evidence to enhance the quality of programs to prove and improve outcomes for the people Habitat serves.
• Directly lead the MEAL team to define and implement the organization-wide MEAL strategy.
• Build and support a global network of MEAL expertise based in regional and country offices, to improve the quality of program assessment, design, implementation, reporting, evaluation, and learning.
• Lead the definition and implementation of a new results measurement system. Key elements include metrics definition, IT platform development, change management, and ongoing capacity building.
• Work with others to define and implement strategies, standards, guidelines, and tools linked to Habitat’s Theory of Change, with particular emphasis on housing ecosystem assessment and people-centered development.
• Lead efforts to document and mainstream learning across geographies, in key program areas, and from external sources.
• Drive a research agenda which can be used as a platform for advocacy.
• Represent Habitat for Humanity in external networks.

Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in international development, program development, program operations, research, evaluation, or related discipline.
• 15+ years of related experience that includes working in multiple country contexts and leading teams in a global organization, including building culture, defining strategy, and leading operations.
• Experience designing and implementing a results measurement system, which links strategy with programs and relevant indicators to track progress over time.
• Strong qualitative and quantitative analysis skills and experience producing papers, reports, and case studies.
• Proven ability for capacity building in a global organization, including the development of tools, training, coaching, and mentoring.

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