Principal Policy Analyst Job in TSC Kenya

Position: Principal Policy Analyst

Advert Number 6/2012

Qualifications, Requirements, Duties and Responsibilities

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

(i) A Bachelors’ degree in Economics, (Economics/Mathematics or Economics/Statistics) from a recognized University;
 

(ii) A Masters degree in Economics, preferably Economic Policy Management option from a recognized university will be an added advantage.
 

(iii) Served satisfactorily as an Economist/Statistician/Policy analyst for at least 5years three (3) years of which should have been at the level of Job Group ‘M’ and above or a comparable and relevant position in the Public or Private Sector;
 

(iv) Knowledge and understanding of the various policy reforms in the Education Sector.
 

(v) Thorough understanding of government policy on public service reforms including such aspects as Results Based Management (RBM), Rapid Results Initiatives (RRI) and Performance Contracts.
 

(vi) Sound knowledge of participatory M&E approaches and techniques and ability to develop performance based indicators.
 

(vii) Excellent computer and quantitative analytical skills.
 

(viii) Shown professional ability and competence in organizing and directing work; and
 

(ix) Demonstrated initiative and aptitude for work at this level.

Duties and Responsibilities

(i) Implementation of the TSC Policy Analysis framework;
 

(ii) Provision of technical and back-up support in policy design, development and evaluation;
 

(iii) Conducting policy needs assessment in service areas and designing appropriate intervention programmes;
 

(iv) Writing and submitting reports n specified assignments.

[N - 455640 x 17532 -543300 x 17580 - 560880 pa]

How to apply

Click here to apply online

Closing Date13/7/2012