Laikipia County Assembly Vacancies in Kenya - Research Officer

(1 post)
Duties and Responsibilities

Provision of non-partisan professional research assistance and analysis to Members, Committees and staff of the County Assembly

Initiating and conducting anticipatory research/analysis on key policy issues

Providing expert interpretation, explanation and analysis, including assessing the strength and weaknesses of policy options

Maintaining a periodically updated inventory of publications on current issues, legislation and major public policy issues/questions

Ensuring quality control in the preparation of research papers, briefing notes and particular points of view;

Providing back up to County Assembly committees;
Requirements for Appointment

A Bachelors’ degree in Social Sciences

Sound knowledge and understanding of policy research and analysis with evidence of published papers on topical issues;

Demonstrated a high degree of administrative skills and managerial competence as reflected in work performance;

A minimum of 3 years continuous work experience as a research officer in a reputable institution;

Computer literate

Good administration, organization, and analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Ability to multi-task
If you believe you qualify for this position, please send your CV including detailed work experience and education, a cover letter stating why your skills and qualifications are suitable for this position and give at least three professional references with complete contact information to the address below indicating the position applied on the top left hand corner of the envelop and submitted in a sealed envelope and addressed to:
The Secretary
County Assembly Service Board
Laikipia County Assembly
P.O. Box 1271 – 10400,
Nanyuki
Online applications may be submitted as Ms Word or PDF attachment via email
jobs.assembly [at] laikipiacounty.go.ke
To be received not later than Monday 2nd September 2013 by 5 pm.
Remuneration will be commensurate with those published by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Laikipia County Assembly Service Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hence, women, persons with disabilities, minority and marginalized groups are encouraged to apply. _________________________________________________________