Temporary Assistant – Research & Statistics at CMA

The Capital Markets Authority is a statutory agency charged with the responsibility of regulating and developing an efficient capital market in Kenya. The Authority invites applications for the following position:

TEMPORARY ASSISTANT-RESEARCH & STATISTICS – 1 POSITION

Contract Period: Six Months Fixed Term Contract

Reporting to the Assistant Manager Research and Statistics, the selected candidate will be responsible for;

1. Collect and edit relevant data and statistics for further manipulation/analysis while working with relevant parties to streamline the data to ensure synchronization towards enhancement of business intelligence and a shift to effective and efficient data collection and analysis.
2. Prepare periodic predictive analytics as inputs to comprehensive Research reports to inform policy on risks in line with the Authority’s new Risk and Evidence Based Approach.
3. Assist in research work and make recommendations on a wide range of issues/products/services/infrastructure and/or challenges that have an ultimate impact on the performance of capital markets in Kenya.
4. Assist in preparation of performance monitoring reports on a regular basis
5. Assist in implementation policies, procedures, methodologies and quality standards for collection, updating and maintenance of data
6. Assist in consolidation of proposals on new policies, systems and strategies to improve Market Infrastructure including trading, settlement and surveillance systems to enhance market efficiency and integrity.
7. Undertake any other assignments as may be assigned from time to time

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Statistics/ Econometrics
2. Minimum of one-year relevant experience

1. Proficiency in Statistical/Econometric Packages

Key skills, Knowledge & Competencies

• Good communication skills
• Analytical skills
• Attention to detail
• Critical and analytical thinking
• Economic, statistical and graphical analysis Proficiency.

Applications should be received on or before November 3, 2019.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

“Capital Markets Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply”.

THE CAPITAL MARKETS AUTHORITY DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.