Assistant Director Research at National Crime Research Centre

National Crime Research Centre (NCRC) with the overriding objective of carrying out research into the causes of crime and its prevention and to disseminate research findings to Government Agencies charged with administration of criminal justice with a view to assisting them in their policy formulation and planning. The mandate is to carry out research int...

 

Assistant Director Research

  • Job TypeContract
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA , PhD/Fellowship
  • Experience10 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldResearch 

The appointment to this grade shall be on Five (5) years contract renewable subject to performance and retirement age. The officer at this level will report to the Director/CEO.

 Key Responsibilities

  • Developing, implementing and reviewing policies, standards, procedures and programmes on crime research;
  • Ensuring quality assurance of crime research;
  • Undertaking capacity building of researchers on quality research processes; 
  • Carrying out coordinated research into, and evaluating the impact of, programmes pursued by the agencies responsible for the administration of criminal justice;
  • Collating all crime-related data;
  • Carrying out research into any criminal activity and in particular: crime causation and prevention; group or culture related crimes; socio-political and economic causes of criminal behaviour including drug trafficking, peddling or addiction; the modus operandi of persons engaged in any criminal activity; and juvenile delinquency;
  • Carrying out research into deviations from the criminal justice system with a view to increasing the awareness and responsibility of the community in the rehabilitation of criminal offenders;
  • Carrying out research into the efficacy and adequacy of criminal investigation and prosecution agencies, the penal system and treatment of criminal offenders;
  • Preparing crime research reports;
  • Monitoring and evaluating implementation of research recommendations;
  • Liaising with any other research bodies engaged in the pursuit of similar or related research functions;
  • Planning and budgeting for the Department; and
  • Undertaking risk mitigation in the Department.

Minimum Qualifications and Experiences

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have;

  • A minimum period of ten (10) years relevant work experience, of which five (5) years must have been in a supervisory position;
  • Bachelor’s degree in Social Science disciplines (such as Sociology, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Psychology, Law and Political Science), Statistics or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
  • Master’s degree in Social Science disciplines (such as Sociology, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Psychology, Law and Political Science), Statistics or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
  • Doctorate degree in Social Science disciplines (such as Sociology, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Psychology, Law and Political Science), Statistics or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
  • Professional qualification and membership to professional body where applicable and in good standing;
  • Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
  • Proficiency in computer applications; and
  • Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.

Skills and competencies

  • Leadership skills;
  • Innovative thinking;
  • Interpersonal relationship skills;
  • Strong analytical skills;
  • Negotiation skills;
  • Report writing skills;
  • Problem solving skills;
  • Communication skills;
  • Ability to work under pressure;
  • Ability to work independently and in a team; and
  • Excellent administrative capabilities.

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Method of Application

Interested applicants for this position must submit duly filled NCRC job application form, from NCRC website through www.crimeresearch.go.ke/vacancies/ detailed CV, copies of academic certificates and other testimonials.

The Successful candidates will be required to submit the following documents;

  • Certificate of clearance from Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)
  • Certificate of Clearance from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
  • Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
  • Duly filled and stamped self declaration/ clearance form from the Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission (EACC)

The self declaration form, Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) should indicate the Principal Research Officer as the position for which declaration is being submitted.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted and invited for interview

Application Procedure

Interested candidates are advised to visit the Centre’s website www.crimeresearch.go.ke/vacancies/ and apply online as guided.

All applications should reach the Centre on or before 25th August, 2025 latest by 5.00 PM. East African Time

The Director/CEO
National Crime Research Centre
ACK Garden Annex, 1st Ngong Avenue, off Bishops Road
P. O. Box 21180-00100
NAIROBI
 

Interested and qualified? Go to National Crime Research Centre on data.crimeresearch.go.ke to apply

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