AFIDEP Research Officer – Economist Jobs in Kenya

AFIDEP Research Officer – Economist Jobs in Kenya

AFIDEP is looking for a “Research Officer – Economist” to join a team working on a new initiative that aims to develop AFIDEP’s programme of work on women’s economic empowerment (WEE). The initial focus of the team will be to conduct landscaping studies and consultations in East and West Africa to inform the development of AFIDEP’s WEE programme of work.

Subsequently, the team will lead the implementation of the defined WEE programme of work, involving conceptualization of WEE projects, fundraising for the WEE projects, and implementing the WEE projects (i.e., conducting research and evidence synthesis and translation, capacity development for increased use of evidence in decision-making, and policy engagement and advocacy for WEE).

The position will be based at either AFIDEP’s Nairobi or Lilongwe office.

Key Responsibilities

Contribute to the conceptualization and design of the landscape study on WEE in East and West Africa.

Contribute to the landscape study involving literature review, in-depth interviews, data analysis, and report writing.

Conduct consultations with key stakeholders in the WEE space in Africa.

Contribute to the dissemination of the results of the landscape study, including hosting dialogues with relevant stakeholders, and writing journal publications.

Contribute to the design of AFIDEP’s WEE programme of work based on the results of the landscaping and consultations exercises.

Contribute to the implementation of AFIDEP’s WEE programme of work, involving:

Conceptualisation of research, capacity development, and advocacy projects under the WEE programme

Fundraising for the conceptualised projects under the WEE programme

Contribute to the design and conduct of macroeconomic and other analyses and modelling to generate data and evidence needed to inform government decisions on making macroeconomic policy responsive to gender

Conduct capacity development interventions (policymakers, implementers, CSOs, media) to promote and enable sustained use or consideration of WEE evidence in policy-making, programming, and advocacy

Work closely with senior leadership at relevant government agencies

in Africa to provide technical support needed to inform their efforts in economic empowerment of women

Present the data and evidence generated from these analyses above in high-quality technical briefs, reports, background papers, and presentations to high-level policymakers and other stakeholders.

Lead the planning of highly-productive policy dialogues with high-level policymakers, private sector, and civil society, etc., on WEE.

Conduct monitoring, learning and evaluation of the WEE programme at AFIDEP to ensure sustained adaptation and integration of emerging lessons into the design of the work.

Contribute to the preparation of progress reports to funding partners.

Requirements

Masters’ degree in Economics or Development Economics or related fields (such as Gender & Development), with specialization in gender equity and economic empowerment of women.

At least three years’ experience in research and advocacy on gender and development.

Demonstrated knowledge of key concepts/issues relating to gender and macroeconomic policy.

Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and quantitative skills, including attention to detail and experience in modeling using relevant statistical softwares.

Strong communication skills, including preparation and delivery of compelling technical presentations, reports and other documents.

Effective interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to build strong professional relationships with a range of stakeholders, and excellent organizational skills.

Proven ability to coordinate and manage multi-stakeholder and multi-country research projects and timelines.

Ability to work independently, set priorities, and handle multiple tasks concurrently.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; AFIDEP Research Officer – Economist Jobs in Kenya

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