Research Associate FSD Kenya

Research ASSOCIATE

FSD Kenya
Financial Sector Deepening

The opportunity
FSD Kenya undertakes a considerable amount of research to support the development of more inclusive financial markets in Kenya. The results have contributed to shaping Government policy, the strategy and operations of financial service providers and improving the design and impact of our own projects. We are looking for a researcher to assist in developing our impact research. Based full time in Nairobi, Kenya, and reporting to FSD’s Senior Research Specialist, the position will involve managing a range of research activities from quantitative surveys though to in-depth qualitative research; supporting the wider FSD team and our partners on research issues; and linking to the wider research community. The contract will be for an initial period of one year.


Who we need
We’re looking for someone with a strong and relevant research background motivated to apply these skills to solving practical development problems and making a difference. You will need to be both a ‘thinker’ and a ‘doer’. You will have:
A relevant academic qualification (minimum Masters degree or equivalent);? ?
Demonstrated ability to conduct relevant empirical research;? ?
Experience using a range of qualitative and quantitative research methods;? ?
Evidence of a strong interest and commitment to international development; and,? ?
Excellent spoken and written English.? ?
Mandatory for your application, you are encouraged to download and read through the ToRs from our website’s Opportunities page.

Interested?
If you think you could be the right person for this role then send a covering letter and CV by e-mail to Lydiah Kioko (Lydiah@fsdkenya.org). Please put ‘’Research Associate IA’’ in the subject line. Short listed candidates will be contacted to set up an interview. Applications must be received not later than Monday 14th November 2011.


FSD Kenya operates as an independent Trust registered in Kenya under the supervision of professional trustees, with policy guidance from its programme investment committee. Finance is provided by a number of leading development agencies including the UK’s Department for International Development (DFID), the World Bank, the Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA), Agence Française de Développement (AFD) and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation together with the Government of Kenya. Further information can be obtained at our web site.

www.fsdkenya.org