Providing non-partisan professional research assistance and analysis to Members, Committees and staff of County Assembly;
Initiating and conducting anticipatory research and analysis key policy issues;
Providing expert interpretation, explanation and analysis, including assessing the strength
and weaknesses of policy options;
Maintaining a periodically updated inventory of publications on current issues, legislation
and major public policy issues/questions;
Ensure quality control in the preparation of research papers, briefing notes and particular
points of view;
Providing back up to County Assembly committees.
Generating and disseminating research information to enhance County Assembly core functions – Law making, oversight and representation.
Providing researched analytical information and facts to the Legislature with a view to
contribute towards enhanced constitutional principle of separation of power;
Carrying out research and assembling sectoral data, and information on comparative aspects
of Assembly practice and procedure, evolution, growth and contemporary aspects of the County Assembly;
Undertaking legislative research and public policy analysis to generate policy briefs and
options to sustain evidence-based decision making in the legislature; and
Building a credible data bank for reference and timely response to County Assembly’s
information needs.
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade an officer must have:
Served in the grade of Research Assistant or in a comparable position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Social Sciences, political science, commerce
or relevant equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
An understanding of parliamentary process and a sensitivity to the research and policy analysis needs of the County Assembly;
Proficiency in computer application skills.
Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a
recognized institution.
Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
