Job description
Responsibilities
Further improvement of the RHoMIS tool – e.g. improve the data management system, website, further develop the existing standardised/automated analysis code, develop online system for survey generation from user-friendly module selection
Application of RHoMIS in a range of different projects in a range of Low and Middle-Income Countries
Analysis of the data and report results to support targeting and evaluation of ongoing role out of technological interventions
Further stimulation of the uptake of RHoMIS by small and medium sized iNGOs
Analysing the overall database that is currently being set up using RHoMIS applications across the developing world
Contribution to the development of new research proposals
Publication of the results of his/her research in peer-reviewed international journals and production of other communication and learning material.
Requirements
PhD in agriculture, social sciences or environmental sciences
Training and/or experience in both social and biophysical sciences. Evidence of interdisciplinary, applied systems analysis desirable
At least 5 years professional experience
Extensive experience with farm household survey tools
Strong quantitative skills
Track record of publishing peer-reviewed articles
Extensive work experience in developing countries in Africa, Asia or Latin America
Programming knowledge of ODK and R
Excellent writing and oral communication skills in English
Post location: The position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya
Position level: Post-doctoral level.
Duration: 2 years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and continued funding.
Benefits: ILRI offers a competitive salary and benefits package which includes medical insurance, life insurance and allowances for: education, housing, home leave, and annual holiday entitlement of 30 days + public holidays.
