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Research and Investigations Officer Job in Kenya – Office of The Ombudsman

The Commission on Administrative Justice (Office of The Ombudsman) is a Constitutional Commission established under Article 59 (4) and Chapter Fifteen of the Constitution, and the Commission on Administrative Justice Act, 2011. Job Title: Research and Investigations Officer Job Grade: CAJ 7 No. of Posts: 1 Reporting To: Director, Research and Investigations Key Responsibilities Duties and responsibilities entail:

Kenya Red Cross Society Program Manager (Research) Job Vacancy

Kenya Red Cross Society is one of the largest humanitarian organizations in Kenya. Its mission is to be the leading humanitarian organization in Kenya delivering excellent quality service of preventing and Alleviating Human Suffering. The International Center for Humanitarian Affairs (ICHA) was established by the Kenya Red Cross Society to create an autonomous platform for knowledge management, capacity building and to influence policy on humanitarian issues in Kenya and within the African. The Center is geared towards establishing a collaborative enterprise between humanitarian agencies, governments, academics, and donors to support capacity building, evidence based policy and practice in order to increase effectiveness of humanitarian initiatives. The Centre is looking for a qualified person to fill the following position: Position Title: Program Manager - Research Reporting to: Executive Director Job location: Headquarters Overall Purpose : The International Centre for Humanitaria...

HIV/AIDS Research Organization Social Scientist Job in Thika Kenya

An Organization working in the area of HIV/AIDS Research requires suitably qualified staff to fill the following vacancy in Thika. Social Scientist Duties Conduct qualitative interviewsTranslate and TranscribeAnalyze qualitative data.Writing up reports and contribute to research publicationsAt least a Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences.A minimum of 2 years experience in conduct of qualitative research Self driven and hardworking.Ability to work as a part of a team. Computer literate and experience in using qualitative software such as Atlas ti, NVIVO.Excellent  communication skills both verbal and written in English and Kiswahili Experience in writing qualitative research reports and publications would be an added advantage.A Masters Degree would be  an added advantageAttention to detail.Willingness to learn and to train others.Strong interpersonal skillsInterested and qualified candidates should submit their application together with their detailed CV to the recruitment officer thro...

University Research Co., LLC (URC) Job Vacancy : Chief of Party

Job Description University Research Co., LLC (URC): Established in 1965, URC offers a range of technical assistance to strengthen health and social systems and service quality by empowering communities and health workers to identify and scale up locally appropriate solutions to critical problems.  URC focuses on finding ways to deliver proven approaches to health care problems, applying quality improvement (QI) methods and conducting operations research to tailor those approaches to various settings. Recognizing implementation barriers unique to each setting, we train local managers and service providers to strengthen health systems, integrate system elements, and bring improvements to scale.   Roles and Responsibilities : The Chief of Party (COP) will be responsible for the overall management and operations of the project and report directly to the designated USAID Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).  S/he will supervise project implementation and ensure the project meets st...

University Research Co., LLC (URC) Job Vacancy : Deputy Chief of Party & Service Delivery Technical Advisor

Job Description Job Description: Deputy Chief of Party & Service Delivery Technical Advisor University Research Co., LLC (URC): Established in 1965, URC offers a range of technical assistance to strengthen health and social systems and service quality by empowering communities and health workers to identify and scale up locally appropriate solutions to critical problems.  URC focuses on finding ways to deliver proven approaches to health care problems, applying quality improvement (QI) methods and conducting operations research to tailor those approaches to various settings. Recognizing implementation barriers unique to each setting, we train local managers and service providers to strengthen health systems, integrate system elements, and bring improvements to scale. Roles and Responsibilities : The Deputy Chief of Party & Service Delivery Technical Advisor (DCOP/SDTA) will be responsible for the overall technical oversight of the project and is specifically responsible for p...

University Research Co., LLC (URC) Job Vacancy : Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist

Job Description Job Description: Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist University Research Co., LLC (URC): Established in 1965, URC offers a range of technical assistance to strengthen health and social systems and service quality by empowering communities and health workers to identify and scale up locally appropriate solutions to critical problems.  URC focuses on finding ways to deliver proven approaches to health care problems, applying quality improvement (QI) methods and conducting operations research to tailor those approaches to various settings. Recognizing implementation barriers unique to each setting, we train local managers and service providers to strengthen health systems, integrate system elements, and bring improvements to scale. Roles and Responsibilities : The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will report to the COP and will be responsible for leading the design and implementation of the program monitoring and evaluation framework and information system to track ...

University Research Co., LLC (URC) Job Vacancy : Senior Finance Director

Job Description Job Description: Senior Finance Director University Research Co., LLC (URC): Established in 1965, URC offers a range of technical assistance to strengthen health and social systems and service quality by empowering communities and health workers to identify and scale up locally appropriate solutions to critical problems.  URC focuses on finding ways to deliver proven approaches to health care problems, applying quality improvement (QI) methods and conducting operations research to tailor those approaches to various settings. Recognizing implementation barriers unique to each setting, we train local managers and service providers to strengthen health systems, integrate system elements, and bring improvements to scale.   Roles and Responsibilities : The Senior Finance Director will report to the COP and will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial management, including financial systems implementation, budgeting, expenditure tracking, and financial report...

University Research Company Health Systems Strengthening (HSS) Advisor Job in Nairobi Kenya

Job Description: Health Systems Strengthening (HSS) Advisor University Research Co., LLC (URC):   Established in 1965, URC offers a range of technical assistance to strengthen health and social systems and service quality by empowering communities and health workers to identify and scale up locally appropriate solutions to critical problems.  URC focuses on finding ways to deliver proven approaches to health care problems, applying quality improvement (QI) methods and conducting operations research to tailor those approaches to various settings. Recognizing implementation barriers unique to each setting, we train local managers and service providers to strengthen health systems, integrate system elements, and bring improvements to scale. Roles and Responsibilities : The HSS Advisor will report to the COP and will be the technical lead responsible for the result: Strengthened County Health Systems, specifically Governance and Strategic Planning, Health Products and Technology/Commoditi...

Murang’a University College Deputy Principal (Academic, Research, Innovation and Extension) Job in Kenya

Murang’a University College (MRUC) was established under Universities Act 2012 Section 74 as the successor of Murang’a College of Technology.  MRUC is positioning itself to develop a distinctive profile as a progressive and international University offering competitive academic programmes and growing its enrolment strategically in cognizance of quality demands and contemporary national goals.  The University College is located in Murang’a town, 85 km North East of Nairobi. Its location provides a serene environment conducive for learning. Vision: A leading University of choice that promotes excellence in learning and service delivery. The University College Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons to provide leadership to the institution in the position of Deputy Principal (Academic, Research, Innovation and Extension) . Ref. MR.U.C/02/2014 The Deputy Principal shall report to the Principal and shall be the Head of Academic, Research, Innovation and Extension and w...

DFID/Abt Associates Qualitative Research Consultancy Opportunity Request for Application

Request for Applications/RFA No . HHEF End User-1  Title: HANSHEP Health Enterprise Fund End-User Research Abt Associates Inc. requests an application from your organization to provide technical services as described in the Statement of Work in this document. We anticipate awarding one Firm Fixed Price type sub-award for the subject solicitation. The anticipated period of performance is January through February 2015. The RFA is comprised of four (4) sections as listed below: Section 1: Instructions to the Offeror Section 2: Representations and Certification Forms Section 3: Statement of Work Section 4: Detailed Budget Breakdown Issuance of this solicitation does not constitute an award commitment on the part of Abt Associates, nor does it commit Abt Associates to pay for any costs incurred in the preparation or submission of an application.  1. CLICK HERE to download a detailed terms of reference2. CLICK HERE to download a budget summary template Abt Associates reserves the right to...

DFID/Abt Associates Qualitative Research Consultancy Opportunity Request for Application

Job Description Request for Applications/RFA No . HHEF End User-1  Title: HANSHEP Health Enterprise Fund End-User Research Abt Associates Inc. requests an application from your organization to provide technical services as described in the Statement of Work in this document. We anticipate awarding one Firm Fixed Price type sub-award for the subject solicitation. The anticipated period of performance is January through February 2015. The RFA is comprised of four (4) sections as listed below: Section 1: Instructions to the Offeror Section 2: Representations and Certification Forms Section 3: Statement of Work Section 4: Detailed Budget Breakdown Issuance of this solicitation does not constitute an award commitment on the part of Abt Associates, nor does it commit Abt Associates to pay for any costs incurred in the preparation or submission of an application.  1. CLICK HERE to download a detailed terms of reference2. CLICK HERE to download a budget summary template Abt Associates rese...

Sweetpotato Research Associate

Sweetpotato Research Associate (Ref.: 14-63 SRA/IRS/SSA) The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking an innovative scientist with capacity strengthening experience to assist the project manager of a large sweetpotato research project in generating research outputs and building capacity among partner institutions to effectively analyze and use research findings. The Center: CIP is a not-for-profit international agricultural research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweetpotato, and Andean roots and tubers. Its vision is of roots and tubers improving the lives of the poor. CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved well-being, and gender equity for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world. CIP works with partners to contribute high quality science, technology, and capacity strengthening for sustainable science-based solutions. CIP is headquartered in Lima, Peru, with staff and activities in over 30 locations acros...

Unilever Job Vacancy in Kenya : Research & Development Technologist-Processing

Job Description Title: Research & Development Technologist-Processing Location: Kenya-Nairobi-Nairobi-Nairobi Job Number: 14000OIF Business context and Main Purpose of the Job Supports the implementation of regional / local R&D elements of the Category Program. Deliver activation and cost effectiveness of projects Gives input for the development, together with local/ regional marketing, of a strategic vision and communication for regional / local consumer and technical needs Key Responsibilities Give input & approve the specifications and communication material for new innovations. Support the implementation of local / regional innovation, renovation and promotional projects using the relevant toolbox technology. Help translate local / regional needs into appropriate input for the Categories / Development organisations. Give technical / functional support to launch / relaunches. Manage compliance of the products with local legislation. Where appropriate: represent Unileve...

Indepth Research Services Job Vacancy : Trainers / Facilitators

Job Description Indepth Research Services is a capacity development and research services firm in Africa. We offer research support and capacity development programmes to development institutions and professionals in Monitoring and Evaluation, Data Management and Analysis, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing.   Job Description : We are looking for  Trainers / Facilitators to work in our training department to deliver excellent training programs to our national and international participants in the categories mentioned below.Monitoring and EvaluationData Management and Analysis (Methodologies and Software) Purpose of the Job: Responsible for preparing, facilitating, and evaluating technical training programs.Prepares training slides and materials to be used in training programs and designs exercises to enhance lectures.To support the Training and Capacity Building team in delivering training programs at the national and international levels.   Salary Scale: Inform...

Indepth Research Services System Developer Job Vacancy in Kenya

Description : We are an international training and consultancy organization offering technical training and education services designed for individuals, and organizations working in the agriculture, climate change and environment; disaster management; education; food and nutrition; health;  humanitarian relief; logistics and telecommunication; recovery and reconstruction; safety and security; water sanitation and hygiene sectors .   Allowances : Information available on request.   Writing specifications, designing, building (developing), testing and implementing (installing a program into production) programs. Breaking down program specifications into their simplest elements and translating this logic into a programming language.Provide innovative solutions to complex business problems, interface with clients and gather business requirements and objectives, translate the clients’ business requirements and objectives into technical applications and solutions.Establishing a detailed pro...

ILRI vacancy: Research Technician – Vaccine Biosciences

International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a Research Technician to focus on recombinant antibody technologies. S/he will be part of a group that comprises of senior technicians within the Vaccine Biosciences Department.ILRI works with partners worldwide to enhance the roles that livestock play in food security and poverty alleviation, principally in Africa and Asia. The outcomes of these research partnerships help people in developing countries keep their farm animals’ alive and productive, increase and sustain their livestock and farm productivity, find profitable markets for their animal products, and reduce the risk of livestock-related diseases.  http://www.ilri.org/ ILRI is a not-for-profit institution with a staff of about 700 and in 2014, an operating budget of about USD83 million. A member of the CGIAR Consortium working for a food-secure future, ILRI has its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, a principal campus in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and offices in ot...