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1. Innovations for Poverty Action Deputy Country Director Jobs in Kenya
IPA seeks a Deputy Country Director (DCD) based in Nairobi, Kenya to support the Kenya country program. This position provides a unique opportunity to gain high-level management experience in a large country program in a phase of growth in size and visibility, and to be closely involved in policy-relevant research, working with top academics, donors, government and other practitioners to foster evidence based-policy making.
As a member of the IPA Kenya management team, the Deputy Country Director will work closely with the Country Director to provide strategic direction, operational support, research oversight and capacity building to a team of over 600 full-time local and international staff. The DCD will oversee several impact evaluations which are expected to span across multiple sectors over time: health, education, financial inclusion and agriculture.
He/she will contribute to IPA's continued expansion by initiating new partnerships and projects in the country, and will support the dissemination of results to local practitioners and policy makers.
ResponsibilitiesAs Deputy Country Director, your responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Research Oversight and Project Backstopping (45%)
In close collaboration with the rest of the research management team, you will ensure that high-quality research support and oversight is provided to all projects by:
Leading office and country-wide meetings and trainings
Creating systems and structures to build staff capacity and ensure overall data quality
Liaising with academic researchers and on-the-ground research teams to ensure that the research teams adhere to study design and research protocols
Working to incorporate best practices and lessons learned in research and operations by other IPA offices and research affiliates across all projects
Directly oversee two or three projects1 :
Provide day-to-day technical support and guidance to research project staff to ensure work plans and timelines are met and data quality is high
Oversee data collection and data entry operations and ensure that projects meet IPA’s research protocols and standards
Oversee the production of quality technical reports, outputs and analysis, project briefs, surveys, and communication materials
Ensure consistent and regular researcher updates, partner liaising and updates
Support project teams to ensure that all IRB rules and regulations are met
Liaise with academic researchers and on the ground research teams to ensure that the research teams adhere to the study design and research protocols
General Management
Safety and security, legal compliance
Relationship with and submissions to National IRB Board Other permitting needs that might arise
Work with administrative/policy staff to ensure that internal communication mechanisms are running efficiently, including google groups and the monthly e-newsletter. Facilitate office communication and promote IPA knowledge management tools
Work with the CD to set a vision and strategic plan for the country program
Fill in for CD as needed as senior-most representative of the Kenya Country Program
Provide support to CD in ensuring the overall organizational and legal compliance of IPA Kenya
New Project Development and Partner Outreach (20%)
Support CD as needed to:
Conduct field and background research for new projects
Conduct partner outreach including meetings with interested organization and review of new project ideas
Create and refine budgets for new projects in consultation with research management team
Initiate and maintain relationships with academic researchers in order to develop new studies and assist in developing a feasible research design
Assist with grant applications and creating project budgets for new and ongoing projects
Disseminate research findings to national stakeholders
Represent IPA in Kenya to national and local government agencies and partner organizations
Manage relationships with current and potential IPA Kenya partner organizations
Participate in capacity building of local development partners in evidence-based policy making and rigorous impact evaluations
Qualifications
Master's degree in international affairs, international public policy, development economics, project management or field related to social science and economics research or
international development
Proven experience at a senior level, managing and implementing programmes, ideally in an international setting. A minimum of 5 years is desirable
Strong technical research skills, scientific background particularly with experience of analyzing data would be desirable.
Familiarity with randomized controlled trials preferred
Experience with financial and operations management
Strong leadership skills with proven history of managing complex or multiple projects, including staffing, design, planning and monitoring.
Ability to communicate effectively across cultures with multiple stakeholders including international and local academic researchers, government officials, NGO partners, enumeration teams
Sound levels of finance management and reporting to donors and finances under deadlines.
Excellent organization and multitasking skills, ability to work under pressure
Experience living and working in a developing country
Commitment to leading a diverse team and building staff capacity
Passion for connecting rigorous research to policy makers and practitioners
Innate curiosity, analytic reasoning, and a sense of humor are required
Demonstrate experience developing medium/long term program strategies and managing partnerships with multiple stakeholders.
Strong facilitation, coordination, networking and negotiation skills.
Proven writing and delivery of grant reports, proposals and communication in a timely manner and to a high quality.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
Application
For more information and job application details, see; Innovations for Poverty Action Deputy Country Director Jobs in Kenya .
2. Innovations for Poverty Action Interim HR Associate Vacancy in Nairobi Kenya
Reporting To: Human Resource Manager
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 3 Months
Eligibility: Position open to local Kenyan hires only
About the Role:] The Interim Human Resource Associate under the general supervision of the Human Resource Manager and within the limits of Innovations for Poverty Action-Kenya policies and procedures, helps coordinate and facilitate the Human Resource Department activities, functions and processes.
Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure adherence and compliance to the organization HR policies and procedures and also interpretation of current policies to both new and existing staff;
Assisting the Human Resources Manager and senior managers carry out delegated tasks;
Coordinate and consult with HRM/Senior Management on any disciplinary cases and performance issues;
Facilitate the training and staff development programs;
Update all current forms and HR related documents that are outdated with liaison of the HRM;
Work closely with the rest of the HR team in all other general HR duties not limited to:
Recruitment and onboarding
Processing of monthly staff payroll details and making all the appropriate deductions
Creating and updating staff details on replicon system and general leave management
Staff clearance and exit
Contract Management
Staff Database management
Employee Relations.
Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field with Higher Diploma in Human Resources Management;
Member of IHRM;
At least 3 years’ solid generalist experience in a busy Human Resources Department most preferably in a non-profit or non-governmental organization;
Knowledge and demonstrated experience working with any payroll system;
Substantial knowledge of Kenyan employment law/labor laws;
In-depth understanding of HR ethics, including professionalism and confidentiality;
Flexibility and the ability to multi-task, with a willingness to assume a range of unanticipated assignments;
Sound leadership skills;
Proactive with excellent anticipatory skills;
Effective analytical and problem solving skills;
Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
How To apply:
For more information and job application details, see; Innovations for Poverty Action Interim HR Associate Vacancy in Nairobi Kenya
Please do not apply if unavailable immediately.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the Interim HR Associate-Field Office Kenya. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Please note that IPA will never request any form of payment from an applicant.
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