A leading banking institution hereby invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced and
self-motivated candidates with proven track record to fill the positions advertised below.
The ideal candidates must be persons of high integrity, hardworking, able to work with minimum
supervision, possess good interpersonal and analytical skills, as well as be resourceful and selfmotivated.
Kindly note that these positions require flexibility for periodic travel within the country.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Terms of Employment: Contract, 2 years
Location: Nairobi
Key Responsibilities
The candidate will be expected to carry out the following research activities and specific
mandates:
• Assisting in the development of the research approach and data collection instruments;
and in the selection of statistical techniques, where needed.
• Collecting and compiling data and information, including literature reviews.
• Applying standard methods of statistical analysis and/or qualitative analysis to analyze
data as required.
• Carrying out fieldwork, interviews and focus groups discussions.
• Assisting in documenting research results and compiling detailed output reports and
highlighting findings and recommendations.
• Assisting in Global Positioning System (GPS) mapping as guided.
• Assisting with other research activities as directed.
Academic Qualifications
The ideal candidates should:
• Be a holder of a Masters Degree in Sociology, Economics or related discipline from a
recognized university.
• Have certification in analytical software packages, including: Statistical Package for the
Social Sciences (SPSS), Statistical Analysis System (SAS).
Other Key Attributes
The ideal candidates should have the following attributes:
• Good knowledge and understanding of the structure, key players and role of the financial
sector in Kenya.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in conducting data analysis and surveys in developing
countries. Experience of both qualitative and quantitative methodologies would be an
added advantage.
• Should have knowledge on data analysis software such as SAP and SPSS and other
fundamental computer programmes.
• Demonstrable experience in conducting and analyzing field research and managing a
local research team.
• Should have prior experience in the use of GPS mapping techniques and in the use of the
relevant equipment.
• Should have basic proficiency in the use of (or the aptitude to master at short notice)
electronic audio-visual recording media for use in data collection and transcription.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including
Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write and edit
technical information.
• Demonstrable ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail oriented and able to interpret results in written form.
• Willingness and ability to spend extensive periods of time in remote areas throughout
Kenya.
• Punctuality, willingness to take initiative, ability to multitask, and willingness to work long
hours and under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
self-motivated candidates with proven track record to fill the positions advertised below.
The ideal candidates must be persons of high integrity, hardworking, able to work with minimum
supervision, possess good interpersonal and analytical skills, as well as be resourceful and selfmotivated.
Kindly note that these positions require flexibility for periodic travel within the country.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Terms of Employment: Contract, 2 years
Location: Nairobi
Key Responsibilities
The candidate will be expected to carry out the following research activities and specific
mandates:
• Assisting in the development of the research approach and data collection instruments;
and in the selection of statistical techniques, where needed.
• Collecting and compiling data and information, including literature reviews.
• Applying standard methods of statistical analysis and/or qualitative analysis to analyze
data as required.
• Carrying out fieldwork, interviews and focus groups discussions.
• Assisting in documenting research results and compiling detailed output reports and
highlighting findings and recommendations.
• Assisting in Global Positioning System (GPS) mapping as guided.
• Assisting with other research activities as directed.
Academic Qualifications
The ideal candidates should:
• Be a holder of a Masters Degree in Sociology, Economics or related discipline from a
recognized university.
• Have certification in analytical software packages, including: Statistical Package for the
Social Sciences (SPSS), Statistical Analysis System (SAS).
Other Key Attributes
The ideal candidates should have the following attributes:
• Good knowledge and understanding of the structure, key players and role of the financial
sector in Kenya.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in conducting data analysis and surveys in developing
countries. Experience of both qualitative and quantitative methodologies would be an
added advantage.
• Should have knowledge on data analysis software such as SAP and SPSS and other
fundamental computer programmes.
• Demonstrable experience in conducting and analyzing field research and managing a
local research team.
• Should have prior experience in the use of GPS mapping techniques and in the use of the
relevant equipment.
• Should have basic proficiency in the use of (or the aptitude to master at short notice)
electronic audio-visual recording media for use in data collection and transcription.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including
Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write and edit
technical information.
• Demonstrable ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail oriented and able to interpret results in written form.
• Willingness and ability to spend extensive periods of time in remote areas throughout
Kenya.
• Punctuality, willingness to take initiative, ability to multitask, and willingness to work long
hours and under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.