Research & Development Officer Job in Kenya

Industry: Mining / Construction

Nationality: Kenyan Citizens
Location: Kajiado County, Kenya
Joining: Tentatively 1st April 2026
Salary: Competitive / Negotiable Based on Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, Business Analytics, or related field
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in research, monitoring & evaluation, data analytics, or project management

  • At least 2 years in a senior or supervisory role
  • Strong analytical, statistical, and research methodology skills
  • Experience analyzing industry and market data to support strategic decisions
  • Good understanding of mining sector operations is highly desirable
  • Certifications in Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python, R, or other Data analytics / Business Intelligence tools are an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

  • Research & Market Analysis: Conduct research on mining and construction markets, analyze industry trends and competitive dynamics, and generate insights to support product development and business strategy.
  • Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyse complex datasets, translate findings into actionable insights, and prepare reports and presentations for management decision-making.
  • Strategic Planning & Innovation: Support strategic reviews, operational research, and innovation initiatives while contributing to pricing analysis, sales forecasting, and business planning.
  • Collaboration & Project Management: Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Production, and Quality teams to support research initiatives, project implementation, and departmental planning.

How to Apply

To apply, email your updated CV to careers@msvlgroup.com with the subject line “Research and Development Officer”.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further evaluation.