Quantitative Research Associate, International Development (Kenya) At American Institutes For Research

ResponsibilitiesCollect, compile, validate, interpret, and analyze data and trends using standard practices and techniquesPerform computer modeling or simulation or simple to moderately complex forecasting using standard software packagesApply quantitative and/or qualitative analysis techniques and methodsWork on moderately complex assignments under indirect supervisionConduct literature reviews and write sections of proposals and deliverablesResponsible for maintaining and checking the accuracy of data for assigned projectsCommunicate project support needs and requests to senior management and clientele, provide administrative support where applicableUtilize external resources to supplement, organize, and contribute to tasks and projectsBudget management and developmentQualificationsEducation, Knowledge, and Experience:Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience or Master's degree in such fields as social sciences, statistics, quantitative methods or related fieldExperience with STATAExperience with word processing, spreadsheet, and database softwareSkillsFlexible, self-motivated, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and team playerStrong organizational and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently on detailed assignmentsWillingness to travel as needed