{"id":99167,"date":"2026-06-25T12:44:50","date_gmt":"2026-06-25T12:44:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/uncategorized\/principal-research-officer\/"},"modified":"2026-06-25T12:44:50","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T12:44:50","slug":"principal-research-officer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/jobs\/nairobi\/principal-research-officer\/","title":{"rendered":"Principal Research Officer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\", \"@type\": \"JobPosting\", \"title\": \"Principal Research Officer\", \"description\": \"Job Description\\nDuties and Responsibilities entail:\\nProvide technical input in development, implementation and review of the College\u2019s strategic plan, vision, mission and objectives.\\nCoordinate establishment, nurturing, and strengthening collaborations and partnerships with Government agencies, development partners, the private sector, and other key stakeholders to enhance synergy, resource mobilization, and effective delivery of the Department\u2019s mandate.\\nCoordinate formulation, implementation, monitoring, and review of the\\nDepartment\u2019s annual budgets, procurement and disposal plans, performance contracts, and annual reports to ensure prudent resource utilization, operational efficiency, and alignment with the College\u2019s strategic priorities and governance frameworks.\\nCoordinate coaching, mentoring, and developing staff to foster a high-performing, motivated, and ethical workforce that effectively delivers on the Department\u2019s mandate\\nCoordinate formulation, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the Department\u2019s risk management policies and frameworks to ensure robust systems for accountability, enterprise risk management, and business continuity.\\nCoordinate development, implementation, and periodic review of the Department\u2019s Citizen Service Delivery Charter to enhance accountability, transparency, and service excellence in addressing stakeholder needs and expectations.\\nFoster and entrench a conducive corporate culture that upholds ethical conduct, integrity, professionalism, and good governance within the Division, in line with the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, and the College\u2019s core values.\\nCoordinate development and implementation of corruption prevention and mitigation strategies in the Department.\\nCoordinate implementation of principles of Corporate Governance, relevant national policies, guidelines and directives within the Department.\\nCoordinate management of public complaints resolution, information access requests, and public awareness initiatives to enhance transparency, stakeholder engagement, and public confidence.\\nAppraise direct reports.\\nCoordinate day-to-day Department activities and ensure smooth operations in line with approved research work plans and performance targets.\\nCoordinate the preparation, validation, and timely submission of research reports.\\nCoordinate the implementation of the College\u2019s resolutions and audit recommendations within the Division.\\nArticulate and represent issues relating to the College\u2019s mandate in national, regional, and international stakeholder forums.\\nCoordinate development, implementation and review of Annual Divisional budget\\nCoordinate development, implementation and review of Divisional annual procurement and assets disposal plan.\\nCoordinate Divisional Resource mobilization.\\nPerson Specifications\\nFor appointment to this position, an Officer must have:-\\nBachelor\u2019s degree in Economics \/ Statistics or its equivalent from a recognized institution\\nAt least six 6 years relevant working experience\\nManagement course lasting not less than four 4 weeks\\nMember of professional body where applicable\\nDemonstrated results in work performance\\nMeet provision of chapter six of the Constitution.\\nPatented research outcomes will be an added advantage\", \"datePosted\": \"2026-06-23\", \"hiringOrganization\": {\"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"Kenya Utalii College\"}, \"jobLocation\": {\"@type\": \"Place\", \"address\": {\"@type\": \"PostalAddress\", \"addressLocality\": \"Nairobi\", \"addressCountry\": \"KE\"}}, \"directApply\": true, \"validThrough\": \"2026-07-14T23:59:59\", \"employmentType\": \"FULL_TIME\"}<\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>Company:<\/strong> Kenya Utalii College<\/p>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Nairobi<\/p>\n<p><strong>Job Type:<\/strong> Full Time<\/p>\n<p><strong>Apply Before:<\/strong> 2026-07-14<\/p>\n<h3>Job Description<\/h3>\n<p>Job Description<br \/>Duties and Responsibilities entail:<br \/>Provide technical input in development, implementation and review of the College\u2019s strategic plan, vision, mission and objectives.<br \/>Coordinate establishment, nurturing, and strengthening collaborations and partnerships with Government agencies, development partners, the private sector, and other key stakeholders to enhance synergy, resource mobilization, and effective delivery of the Department\u2019s mandate.<br \/>Coordinate formulation, implementation, monitoring, and review of the<br \/>Department\u2019s annual budgets, procurement and disposal plans, performance contracts, and annual reports to ensure prudent resource utilization, operational efficiency, and alignment with the College\u2019s strategic priorities and governance frameworks.<br \/>Coordinate coaching, mentoring, and developing staff to foster a high-performing, motivated, and ethical workforce that effectively delivers on the Department\u2019s mandate<br \/>Coordinate formulation, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the Department\u2019s risk management policies and frameworks to ensure robust systems for accountability, enterprise risk management, and business continuity.<br \/>Coordinate development, implementation, and periodic review of the Department\u2019s Citizen Service Delivery Charter to enhance accountability, transparency, and service excellence in addressing stakeholder needs and expectations.<br \/>Foster and entrench a conducive corporate culture that upholds ethical conduct, integrity, professionalism, and good governance within the Division, in line with the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, and the College\u2019s core values.<br \/>Coordinate development and implementation of corruption prevention and mitigation strategies in the Department.<br \/>Coordinate implementation of principles of Corporate Governance, relevant national policies, guidelines and directives within the Department.<br \/>Coordinate management of public complaints resolution, information access requests, and public awareness initiatives to enhance transparency, stakeholder engagement, and public confidence.<br \/>Appraise direct reports.<br \/>Coordinate day-to-day Department activities and ensure smooth operations in line with approved research work plans and performance targets.<br \/>Coordinate the preparation, validation, and timely submission of research reports.<br \/>Coordinate the implementation of the College\u2019s resolutions and audit recommendations within the Division.<br \/>Articulate and represent issues relating to the College\u2019s mandate in national, regional, and international stakeholder forums.<br \/>Coordinate development, implementation and review of Annual Divisional budget<br \/>Coordinate development, implementation and review of Divisional annual procurement and assets disposal plan.<br \/>Coordinate Divisional Resource mobilization.<br \/>Person Specifications<br \/>For appointment to this position, an Officer must have:-<br \/>Bachelor\u2019s degree in Economics \/ Statistics or its equivalent from a recognized institution<br \/>At least six 6 years relevant working experience<br \/>Management course lasting not less than four 4 weeks<br \/>Member of professional body where applicable<br \/>Demonstrated results in work performance<br \/>Meet provision of chapter six of the Constitution.<br \/>Patented research outcomes will be an added advantage<\/p>\n<h3>How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p>The terms of service for the above positions are as indicated above. Those on contract are renewable once subject to performance and retirement age. Detailed information about the specific position, duties and responsibilities, minimum requirements, terms of service and remuneration, and application form is available on the KUC website: www.utalii.ac.ke Job application procedure: Interested candidates are advised to submit applications through e-mail address: recruitment@utalii.ac.ke as well as physical copies posted or delivered to the address below to be received on or before Tuesday, 14th July, 2026 The Principal\/Chief Executive Officer Kenya Utalii College Off Thika Super Highway P. O. Box 31052-00600 NAIROBI E-mail address: recruitment@utalii.ac.ke<br \/>Build your CV for free. 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