Job Specifications
Duties and responsibilities will entail:
Leading the delivery of research-oriented outputs as per set targets
Leading and providing technical advice in public policy research and analysis to stakeholders
Spearheading resource mobilization and implementation of the contracted projects
Overseeing effective dissemination of research outputs
Steering quality control processes of research outputs
Managing partnerships and collaborative research with stakeholders
Guiding on improving performance, efficiency, and impact of Department functions
Managing corporate consultation, public participation, and stakeholder engagement in the Institute's programs and policies
Guiding risk management, ensuring robust systems for accountability, business continuity, and internal controls
Steering the implementation of corporate governance principles, corruption prevention strategies, and adherence to relevant national policies and directives
Overseeing staff motivation, teamwork, and a culture of ethical practices, good governance, and continuous improvement
Leading, supervising, coaching, mentoring, and facilitating staff training to build a high-performing and motivated team
Leading in timely preparation, implementation, monitoring, and review of annual work plans, budgets, and performance management frameworks for the department, ensuring alignment with the Institute's strategic plan and performance contract
Overseeing the development and review of the Department's procurement and assets disposal plans in line with approved budgets and institutional policies
Guiding department meetings to provide strategic direction, coordinate activities, monitor progress on set objectives, and ensure timely decision-making and accountability in line with the Institute's mandate
Overseeing the timely and efficient implementation of the Department's work plans
Maintaining effective relationships with key stakeholders, including policymakers, implementers, development partners, and research institutions
Supervising the formulation and review of public policies and strategies
Coordinating and monitor the implementation of work plans and contracted projects
Overseeing all research outputs from the Department to ensure alignment with the Institute's mandate and strategic objectives
Coordinating the Department's dissemination activities and calendar
Overseeing project planning, budgeting, and implementation within the Department
Coordinating the execution of partnership activities in line with the Institute's priorities
Reviewing the preparation of quarterly and annual reports for management, the Board, performance contracting, and donors
Coordinating knowledge management and data management activities for the Institute
Job Specification
Qualifications
Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
Cumulative service period of fifteen (15) years of experience, three (3) of which must have been at the grade of Assistant Director or in comparable position
Bachelor's degree in economics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Public Policy, Development studies, Law, Engineering, Geo-Spatial Information Science , Urban Planning, Gender, Nutrition, Food Science, International Relations, Political Science, Public Administration, Political Science, International Affairs, International Relations, Social Policy, Development studies, Public Health, Public Finance, Environmental Studies or related social sciences from a recognized institution
Master's degree in economics, statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Public Policy, Development studies, Law, Engineering, Geo-Spatial Information Science , Urban Planning, Gender, Nutrition, Food Science, International Relations, Political Science, Public Administration, Political Science, International Affairs, International Relations, Social Policy, Development studies, Public Health, Public Finance, Environmental Studies or related social sciences from a recognized institution
PhD in economics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Public Policy, Development studies, Law, Engineering, Geo-Spatial Information Science , Urban Planning, Gender, Nutrition, Food Science, International Relations, Political Science, Public Administration, Political Science, International Affairs, International Relations, Social Policy, Development studies, Public Health, Public Finance, Environmental Studies or related social sciences from a recognized institution
Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution
Minimum of Four (4) publications in peer-reviewed journals, books, and book chapters
Minimum of six (6) published research papers or reports
Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies and Attributes:
Leadership and supervisory skills
Strategic management skills
Problem solving skills
Analytical skills
Organizational skills
Negotiation skills
Proficiency in economic modelling
Proficiency in computer applications including statistical software
Presentation skills
Communication and interpersonal skills
Team building skills
Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results