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USIU Africa Research Analyst Job in Kenya

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United States International University – Africa, situated in Nairobi, Kenya is the most diverse university in East and Central Africa catering to over 6000 students from 73 nationalities, and with a global network of over 11,000 alumni. 



It is also the only other university in Africa to receive local and American accreditation of its 24 degree programs.




In line with USIU – Africa’s commitment to providing quality, affordable education through world-class service delivery plafforms, USIU-Africa is seeking to recruit a suitable candidate for the following position:

Research Analyst



 


Key Responsibilities



 



Performs programming and analysis tasks using SPSS, Excel, Access, and other software as appropriate.


  • Programs questionnaires in survey monkey and other software.

  • Collects data using a variety of methods including but not limited to field data collection,  Telephone surveys and online surveys

  • Coordinates field surveys

  • Data cleaning and preparation of code books

  • Prepares and labels SPSS data files for analysis and reporting.

  • Analyzes survey results data and any other analysis as required

  • Performs Data Mining from the data warehouse.

  • Prepares summary report for institutional data that supports institutional decision making

  • Assists with drafting and editing of project reports and methodological reports as assigned

  • Acts as Project Coordinator for research projects as assigned.


Prepares time lines for assigned projects.


  • Assists with budget preparation and budget revisions for assigned projects.

  • Maintains communication with client on survey progress.

  • Submits brief, written report on project progress each week supervisor and reports on project progress, needs, and plans at weekly project scan meeting.

  • Maintains communication with project team using e-mail and team meetings as needed.

  • Monitors expenditures to ensure that projects stay within budget.

  • Coordinates with Head of Institutional Research regarding scheduling or resource problems affecting timely completion of assigned projects and any issues affecting survey quality.


Responsible for Institutional Research Office Administration including


  • Filing of office documents

  • Raising requisitions

  • Renewal of Membership registration  and  software licenses


Allocates tasks and coordinates research assistants.



Minimum Educational Qualifications and Professional Experience


  • Bachelor’s degree in Statistics or related field that involves research design, implementation and analysis from an accredited university.

  • Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in institutional data analysis

  • Proven track record in programming and data analysis (qualitative and quantitative).

  • Work experience in an educational environment.


Competencies


  • Understanding of database management procedures

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of personal information and data in accordance to the university’s policy

  • Demonstrate competency in Excel, SPSS, STATA, R or any other statistical software

  • Ability to pay attention to details, prioritize projects and set and meet deadlines

  • Demonstrated ability to extract and compile data from Enterprise Resource Planning System

  • Ability to retain learned knowledge


Skills


  • Excellent data extraction skills from a variety of databases

  • Proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint , Excel, Access, Project

  • Effectively communication skills

  • Demonstrate strong organizational skills and interpersonal skills


If you had previously applied for any of the listed positions, please do not re-apply.



Incumbents will be expected to continue upgrading their knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to keep abreast of regulation/policy changes and trends in higher education.

Should you have the requisite qualifications and experience and want to work as a team member in a modern and progressive institution where you can make a difference, please apply.




Interested applicants must provide a cover letter and a current CV, certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees, current salary and benefits, telephone and e-mail contacts to the following address by Tuesday, March 15, 2016.




Head of Human Resources,
United States International University – Africa
P.O Box 14634-00800, Nairobi, Kenya
Email: jobs@usiu.ac.ke




www.usiu.ac.ke/jobs




USIU-Africa is an equal opportunity employer.




Education to take you places.





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