Reporting to the Principal, the Director of Research and Corporate Planning will be responsible for effective and efficient management of the Research and Corporate Planning functions of the College.
Key responsibilities:
• Provide leadership for developing the strategic approach to hospitality and tourism research in line with Industry needs, proposal writing, development of data collection tools and instruments, data collection, analysis and report writing.
• Develop quality improvement and quality assurance mechanisms for ensuring high quality data is collected.
• Effectively co-ordinate performance contracts and monitor performance
• Develop and implement management information systems that provide relevant and timely information for effective decision making
• Review and oversee development of monitoring and evaluation indicators in line with Public Sector Reforms.
• Prepare analytical reports on topical research interest areas
• Disseminate and/or publish research findings reports in the College.
Applicants for the above post must have:
• A Masters degree in Hospitality/Tourism, Economics, Project Management or related field with at least twelve (12) years relevant working experience three (3) of which must have been at a senior level with a reputable Research Institution or Department. Possession of relevant PhD will be an added advantage.
• An understanding of the strategic direction and goals of the organization and how to intertwine
Research and Corporate Planning activities with these goals.
• Substantive knowledge in operations research, monitoring and evaluation methodologies and tools.
• Experience in working with both quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis
methodologies, and familiarity with routine management information systems.
• Strong organizational and managerial skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Demonstrated understanding of public sector reforms, ISO and information needs of policy-makers.
The terms of service for the above posts include an attractive remuneration package, membership to a contributory retirement benefit scheme for self and family, staff insurance among others.
How to Apply:
Written applications accompanied by copies of certificates and curriculum vitae giving details of current employment and remuneration package should be addressed in confidence to:
The Principal
Kenya Utalii College
P. O. Box 31052, 00600
NAIROBI
to reach not later than 7th September 2009. Applications can also be made on line to: principal@utalii.co.ke.
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