Research and Development Officer job in Kenya

Faulu Kenya Deposit Taking Microfinance Limited is a dynamic Christian organization within the micro-finance sector and continues to experience tremendous business growth. We are the first company in Kenya to be licensed by the Central Bank as a Deposit Taking Micro finance institution. In line with the growing business needs we are seeking highly competent professionals to fill the following position: -
Research and Development Officer
Reporting to the Marketing Manager, the overall purpose of this position is to provide relevant information to the company to support decision making through well thought and articulated research.
The roles and responsibilities will include:

· Plan, develop and implement research strategies, projects and objectives.
· Data collection, analysis and preparation of various research reports.
· In liaison with the various stakeholders conduct and coordinate research on client needs.
· Competitor analysis, profiling and other intelligence gathering.
· Manage research projects from initiation to the end.

Qualifications and Experience
· Degree in marketing, research or related field.
· Post-graduate qualification in market research.
· At least three (3) years experience in a research function with a busy market research or banking environment.
· Proven data analysis capability and ability to use the various analysis tools.
· Solid exposure to product development and review cycle
· Analytical skills
· Supervisory exposure.
· Team player

If you meet the above criteria and have passion to serve in a Christian environment, please send your application letter, a detailed CV and testimonials including 3 referees and daytime telephone contact via e-mail to:
Head of Human Resources
Faulu Kenya Limited
P.O Box 60240 – 00200
Nairobi
email: excitingcareers@faulukenya.com
Applications to reach us on or before 17th December 2010. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.