Deputy Director- Research, Innovation And Consultancy, HRM/RBD/DDRIC/2/2026
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Job specifications Reporting to the Director, Research and Business Development, the job holder will be responsible for: - Coordinating research into specific topics related to KASNEB; Providing adequate findings to influence the policy and legislative processes through drawing on research and literature to develop well-informed positions; Overseeing internal and external awareness and understanding of research and knowledge management principles; Facilitating identification of research areas, develop research proposals and execute research studies; Designing data collection methodologies and research related intervention for KASNEB priority programme areas; Coordinating research surveys in liaison with functional areas; Examining and analyzing policy statements on KASNEB from a regional and international perspective; and Coordinating dissemination of research papers and policy briefs. Person Specifications For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: Cumulative service period of twelve (15) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been in the grade of Assistant Director Planning or in a comparable position; Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Economics, Public Policy; Statistics, Mathematics; Strategic Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Education, Project Planning and Management, Risk Management or any other relevant qualification from a recognised institution; Master’s degree in Economics, Public Policy; Statistics, Mathematics; Strategic Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Education, Project Planning and Management, Risk Management or any other relevant qualification from a recognised institution; Membership to a relevant professional body and in good standing where applicable; Leadership course certificate lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognised institution; A valid practicing certificate/license where applicable; Proficiency in computer applications; and Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results. Key Competencies and Skills Good interpersonal and communication skills; Report writing skills; Strong situational analysis capability; Attention to detail and critical thinking; Innovative skills; Analytical skills; and Digital literacy skills. Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable. Basic Salary range for Deputy Director: KSh. 140,600 x 12,900 – 192,200 x 16,700 – 259,000 go to method of application »