Analysis Quality Manager ACAPS Kenya Nairobi

Responsibilities 

Analysis Coordination and Direction

Supporting the Chief Analyst in defining the direction of the content for ACAPS analysis and chairing strategic discussions based on analysis of various data including internal ACAPS databases; organizing and leading the monthly Analysis Coordination meeting; organizing and leading the Quarterly expertise planning meeting.

Quality assurance

Assessing specific quality issues; ensuring a regular follow up with Content Editors and leading a monthly meeting between CE and the Chief Analyst; developing quality improvement steps and supporting the Chief Analyst in setting up a Quality and Impact work plan based on evidence and accountability.

Analysis Capacity Building

Assessing specific needs of teams and expanding internal training programs in close collaboration with the training unit; organizing capacity-building sessions; identifying expertise gaps and new expert resources.

Allocation of Shared Analysis Resources

supervise the allocation of shared resources based on team needs and priorities, in collaboration with the Analysis Coordination Officer.

Scenario Workshops Management and thematic analysis areas

Ensuring the quality of new scenario projects (developing or reviewing concept notes and budgets, supporting on the methodology); leading scenario exercises when needed, and allocating anticipatory resources. Ensuring internal coherency and relevant directions on thematic analysis areas approaches.

Management

Overseeing the anticipatory analyst, and supervising subject-matter experts in cross-cutting functions.

Networking

Supporting the Chief Analyst in her efforts to develop ACAPS analysis exposure, appropriate networks and technical partnerships.

Other tasks as required

Critical interfaces 

EMT, Product managers, team leaders, and senior analysts 
ACAPS consultant and senior expert advisors 

Qualifications

Competencies 

Generic professional competencies 

Education to postgraduate level in social sciences or other relevant subject. A Bachelor’s degree with additional work experience will be accepted.
At least 5 years of professional experience in the humanitarian sector, including minimum 3 years in research, analysis, information management, advocacy, or other relevant experience.
Experience working on ACAPS analytical products an asset. 
Interest in monitoring humanitarian crises and trends in various media
Training and proven understanding/application of quantitative and qualitative research methods 
Excellent planning and time management skills and ability to organize multiple, simultaneous tasks, and deliver results within a specified period. 
Demonstrated analytical skills and written clarity, including ability to understand complex concepts and problems and synthetize information. 
Proven ability to work strategically to set goals and flexibility and creativity in realizing them. 
Outstanding coordination, communication, and inter-personal skills, including capacity to persuade and influence others, convey information effectively, as well as adjust actions in relation to others’ actions. 
Knowledge of standard ICT office support tools including spreadsheets, word-processing and presentation software. 
Interest in and at ease with working with platforms and databases (AirTable)

Context related skills, knowledge and experience 

Fluent written and oral communication skills in English. Working knowledge of French or Spanish an asset. 
Excellent reading and writing skills, including excellent grammar, spelling and syntax abilities. 
Attention to detail. 
Ability to communicate effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. 

Behavioural Competencies 

Communicating with impact and respect 
Working with people 
Social Perceptiveness 
Active Listening 
Planning and delivering results 
Adapting and Responding to Change 
Adhering to Principles and Values

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