NGO Translation Officer Job Vacancies

Translation Officer Jobs at AFIDEP, Kenya

The African Institute for Development Policy (AFIDEP) is an international non-profit policy think-tank whose mission is to translate and enable utilisation of evidence in policy-making, primarily in the fields of population change and sustainable development, and health systems strengthening in Africa.

We work to bridge the gap between research, policy and practice by enabling use of research evidence in decision-making aimed at addressing various development challenges in Africa.

With our Head Office in Nairobi-Kenya, and a branch office in Lilongwe-Malawi, we are seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to fill the following position:

Knowledge Translation Officer

The Knowledge Translation Officer’s role mainly entails coordination and management of knowledge translation and capacity building programmes.

Translation Officer Job Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the implementation of research projects including data collection and collation, data analysis, and systematic evidence and policy reviews,Promote application of research findings in decision-making processes at national, regional, and international levels.
• Write critical research reports.
• Contribute to capacity building and knowledge generation/synthesis activities.
• Contribute to proposal writing.
• Develop and disseminate policy-oriented advocacy materials.

Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge for Translation Officer Jobs in Kenya

• The candidate should possess a minimum of Masters degree in Public Health, Population Studies or Economics or related areas.
• Other related relevant training and research and policy analysis work will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in research programme management, knowledge translation and policy engagement, including scientific writing, synthesising and translating research evidence into outputs that are usable by policymakers, developing policy-oriented advocacy materials, monitoring and evaluation of policies and programmes, and a track record in coordinating research programmes and partnerships.
• Strong qualitative and quantitative research skills as well as analytical and critical thinking, with excellent writing and communication skills in English.
• Additional official language such as French will be an added advantage.

How to Apply
For each position you will need:-
One-page cover letter
CV (including three relevant referees)
Two-page motivation statement detailing career goals and interests

To apply, CLICK HERE to apply online.

Application deadline is 3 July 2015.

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