Objective of the Consultancy

The consultancy will be under the Food System Resilience and Climate Risk Management (FaRM) portfolio, a team dedicated to empowering low-income and underserved communities through cutting-edge solutions rooted in behavioral insights. This portfolio's work focuses on creating sustainable and impactful solutions for stakeholders in the agricultural sector, food... systems, and environmental sustainability.

The Consultant will support the FaRM team in expanding its portfolio, building strategic partnerships, and securing funding opportunities. The consultant will work closely with the Associate Director of the FaRM team and other stakeholders to strengthen Busara’s engagement.

Specific Responsibilities


Identify and pursue business development opportunities with potential clients, donors, and partners in the agriculture and rural markets space
Develop and refine pitches, proposals, and presentations tailored to various stakeholders
Facilitate strategic partnerships with key organizations and funders in the agricultural sector
Develop compelling grant proposals, concept notes, and funding applications
Collaborate with the FARM team to align business development activities with organizational goals
Ensure timely submission of all proposals and funding documents


Requirements: Skill and Experience


Proven experience in grant writing, business development, or fundraising, preferably in agriculture or related sectors
Strong understanding of behavioral economics and its application in agriculture and rural markets
Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Exceptional writing and communication skills with a proven track record of successful grant applications
Ability to conduct thorough donor research and align proposals with funder priorities
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines


Consulting Details

Duties of Busara


The Busara team will provide overall clarification on expectations and technical support as required
Busara will provide contextual information required, including already generated long list of ideas


Duties of the Consultant

The consultant will:


Operate from own office other than in exceptional situations and provide own manpower, work facilities, equipment, stationery, supplies, and all operational requirements to carry out the assignment and provide the services required;
Deliver high-quality service within the agreed timelines
Liaise with the Technical Director on a regular basis to report progress, and report any issues and/or concerns that may affect the performance of the consultancy in the course of the assignment


Terms

Consultants will be pre-qualified to provide services in the areas identified and thereafter be engaged on a need basis. Individual consultants with academic or research backgrounds are encouraged to apply. As this is a consulting position, it comes without a guarantee of full-time employment position within Busara. more

The Smith Internship Program at Busara


We are excited to partner with Smith College to offer an experiential internship experience for female students in the global south. Smith College, renowned for empowering women through academia for social impact in a real world setting, will be partnering with Busara, a research and advisory leader in behavioral science research and poverty... alleviation in the global south to offer this learning opportunity.


Real-World Impact and Learning


This partnership offers an internship that blends education, real-world experience, and collaboration designed to immerse students in applied research for social impact. Here, the interns will get the opportunity to explore different areas of applied research in the development sector, working on some of the most pertinent challenges faced by vulnerable populations in the Global South from a behavioral lens.
Through this comprehensive and engaging learning, the interns will be able to:
Contribute to projects that aim to apply behavioral economics to real-world challenges and opportunities.
Apply creative ideation in developing solutions tailored to the unique global south context.


Application and Internship Details


Understanding the significance of context in research experiences, This internship program will include four interns sponsored by Smith College; two currently pursuing their education in Smith and two interns from the global south.
The application cycle for the global South Internship is now open, inviting final year students and recent graduates who are motivated, flexible, and passionate about making a difference. This internship spans 10-12 weeks, between June and August 2025, offering a deep dive into the world of behavioral science and hands-on experience in impactful projects.
Join us on this journey with Smith and Busara, where education meets real-world impact!
As applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. more

Student Support and Engagement


Serve as the first point of contact for Malengo refugee scholars, responding to inquiries and guiding them through the application and admission process
Organize and facilitate information sessions for potential and current applicants, providing detailed information about the program and addressing any questions
Review and evaluate applications, providing... feedback, ensuring all required documents are submitted and maintaining detailed records of the review process
Support students in gathering necessary documents for various stages of their program, including vocational training applications and visa appointments
Follow up with unresponsive students to ensure all program activities are completed promptly
Support students during their onboarding and throughout their participation in the program, including organizing additional training sessions as needed


Logistical Coordination and Partner Liaison


Identify and coordinate accommodation for students during their German language training, ensuring all logistical needs are met
Work closely with tutors to ensure students attend classes and have the necessary resources to succeed in their training and final tests
Serve as the primary liaison with partners, including UNHCR and the GA German Institute, ensuring effective communication and coordination
Coordinate the acquisition of travel documents and visa requirements with UNHCR and other relevant bodies
Coordinate with UNHCR and other partners to obtain travel documents and fulfill visa interview requirements for students
Provide logistical support during workshops and training sessions, including ensuring all technological and stationery needs are met and preparing necessary presentations


Data Management and Reporting


Update and maintain student tracking sheets on Salesforce, providing regular updates during weekly meetings with the Malengo team and senior leadership
Monitor and report on the day-to-day progress of scholars, including their whereabouts, academic achievements, and mental well-being
Document and share comprehensive progress reports with the relevant team members, highlighting any issues requiring intervention
Contribute to the continuous improvement of the student journey as Malengo scales its operations, gathering feedback from students and implementing enhancements


Knowledge, Skills, And Experience


A Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Sciences, or a related field
At least 2 years of experience working, with experience working in a humanitarian space with refugees in Kenya
Experience in event organization and facilitating information sessions
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the demonstrated ability to engage effectively with clients, partners, and stakeholders
Excellent organizational skills, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently
Fluency and excellent communication and writing skills with a mastery of English and (if applicable) at least one other appropriate language for the office in which they will be based
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
An empathetic and proactive approach to problem-solving
Knowledge of refugee support processes and partnerships in Kenya is an advantage
German language proficiency is an added advantage and increases your chances more

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities

Detail a clear digital plan of action with steps, milestones, deliverables, and dates to track communication efforts
Develop relevant content topics and strategies to disseminate Busara outputs and our online reputation
Create and implement a regular publishing schedule and content calendar around relevant hooks to promote and manage content
Curate the... Busara audience by identifying relevant stakeholders, thinkers, processes 
Inform planning of specific and timely dissemination campaigns through social advertising 
Plan online community growing activities for Busara events (campaigns, live tweeting, among others)
Collaborate with the design and projects teams to leverage the right tools to manage content, drive visibility and create online engagement opportunities
Use analytics to measure and identify Busara’s audience growth, engagement, profile, content reach, and leads to establish ROI and inform strategy  
Identify best practice and trends with regard to social media as well as topic areas relevant to Busara - your default setting is always reading and learning to keep up with evolving channels
Create a schedule and keep the website content updated with case studies, deliverables, blogs, press releases, staff profiles, among others. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required

Ability to quickly understand Busara’s business and organizational culture and how to use communications, testing, and design to support that culture
Ability to research diverse topics, figure out best practice, and outline/propose a digital plan to execute
Ability to experiment on social media placement, test alternatives, and make data-driven recommendations on the right mix for our client journey in B2C and B2B context
Clear, proactive communication, and ability to set expectations for timeline and scope of work
An ability to work with and inspire people from a variety of cultures, backgrounds, and experiences
3 years of solid social media experience within creative or branding agencies or a mix of agency and in-house experience.
Proven track record of success in managing content and social media engagement across a portfolio of industries
Expert level skills in google suite and Microsoft office 
Excellent writer in English; other languages a plus
Solid understanding of web practices, digital platforms, SEO, channel analytics, and content development
Excellent critical thinking skills and the ability to exercise good judgment and solve problems quickly and effectively.
Excellent organizer who reliably plans and tracks execution of Busara’s engagement and outreach strategies. more

About the Role:

The role holder, internally referred to as the Voice and Impact Officer, supports the Voice and Impact (V&I) function of Busara by informing decision-making on V&I activities planning and execution and maintaining the Busara website. 
The V&I Officer will be expected to understand the voice and impact strategy and its needs, and contribute to the design of V&I activities, such... as outputs, engagements and internal monitoring of activities and impact.  The V&I Officer will have deep and constantly updated knowledge of the changing media, voice and impact landscape, updated information on Busara Projects and be able to guide activities in the face of changes.  The V& I officer will serve as the Busara webmaster in charge of maintaining Busara’s web presence. In addition, the Officer shall provide operational and logistical support to all voice and impact activities and support liaising across divisions, with a particular emphasis on relationships between V&I , People Team and the Research & Advisory division (particularly the qual and design team), acting as a Traffic Coordinator. The Officer will directly support the VP Voice and Impact in planning and execution of the VP’s activities. The Officer should have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

The Voice and Impact Officer’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Stakeholder and Project Engagement

Maintain an understanding of the high-level engagement, the goals of the clients, partners, and teams within Busara.
Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve inquiries on external and internal voice and impact activities, acting as a resource person for senior leadership, internal teams, and external parties.
Work on a variety of voice and impact activities while maintaining a strong understanding of Busara’s work across projects, including those without directly planned voice activities.
Be responsible for the coordination of the V&I team  and successful end-to-end delivery of voice and impact outputs.
Support the Online Community Officer, Manager Voice and Impact, and VP Voice and Impact in building and managing constructive relationships with key stakeholders.

Operational and Administrative Support

Act as contact hub for scheduling, idea collection stage and outreach requests before allocating appropriate resources, such as editorial time.
Maintain and update the Voice output calendar, addressing potential bottlenecks.
Provide logistical support to all voice and impact activities.  Work closely with the relevant  team to coordinate planning and execution of all activities. Keep minutes/ action points and maintain an updated agenda for all V&I meetings. 
Act as main liaison in project setup and closure procedures to enhance voice and impact opportunities.
Track V& I KPIs. Compile records on social media engagement in collaboration with Online Community Officer. 
Website upkeep: conduct regular reviews of website functionality and relevance and alert to the need for major revision, update website weekly with latest output, liaise with the software team in case of website malfunctions. 
Maintain an up-to-date record of all Busara outputs. 
Responsible for keeping updated voice and impact running budget. Handle any necessary payments (with the Finance team) and coordinate procurement with relevant Operations teams.
Complete administrative tasks related to voice and impact

Team Collaboration and Coordination

Coordinate the V&I team for the successful delivery of voice and impact outputs.
Collaborate with the Online Community Officer, Manager Voice and Impact, and VP Voice and Impact to  maintain uninterrupted voice and impact activities. Address and escalate any issues that may hinder progress or quality. 
Work closely with all relevant teams across Busara to schedule voice and impact activities and to optimize Busara organizational resources.
Liaise with all relevant Busara teams to schedule voice and impact activities, optimizing organizational resources.
Partner with relevant teams to plan and execute all activities, keeping track of minutes and maintaining updated agendas for V&I meetings.
Facilitate cross-team coordination to ensure healthy work relationships are maintained.
Mediate and escalate issues to supervisors, people team, or other relevant stakeholders when necessary.
Contribute to internal initiatives where necessary.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent years of experience)
Strong general computer skills 
WordPress proficiency
Google or MS Suite proficiency
Strong interest in research, science communication and organisation building.  
Experience with managerial tasks in research or media organisations.
Excellent management and organizational skills.
Flexible, self-motivating, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and a team player.
Interest and experience working in a fast-paced working environment.
Fluency and excellent communication and writing skills with a mastery of English. 
Attention to detail
Ability to work in a Busara office location two days per week and work from home on stable internet connections
Desire to work in an interdisciplinary and multi-cultural team.

Desired Qualifications

Familiarity with international development
Familiarity with social science
Familiarity with behavioral science more

The Senior Talent Officer will, under the direction of the Senior Manager Talent, support Busara’s growing global team. This position’s accountabilities cut across the organization with a focus on acquiring, growing and developing talent to be at their best in their work. The Senior Talent Officer will be responsible for the implementation of the talent acquisition strategies of the organization,... recruitment and selection, induction, performance management, and implementation of training and development initiatives.

Recruitment & Selection

Support in developing and implementing diversity and inclusion strategies to ensure a diverse workforce
Collaborate with the relevant teams to enhance the employer brand, ensuring the organization is perceived positively by potential candidates
Leverage modern technologies and platforms (like Applicant Tracking Systems, AI, and social media) to ensure a highly effective and efficient hiring process.
Regularly coordinate with hiring managers to gain insights into the specific skills, qualifications, and attributes needed for different roles
Stay up-to-date with employment laws and regulations to ensure the organization’s hiring processes comply with relevant legal standards
Continuously assess and improve the talent acquisition strategies and processes based on feedback, data analysis, and industry best practices
Develop and maintain strategies for ensuring a positive and engaging candidate experience
Support the continuous learning and development of the talent acquisition team to ensure they are knowledgeable about the latest trends, tools, and best practices in hiring

Performance & Talent Development

Implement the performance management cycle; oversee goal-setting exercises, periodic performance management engagement, and reporting
Take actions based on performance appraisals including recommending training and development plans, initiating and tracking performance improvement plans, and also reward or promotions as appropriate
Continually updating competency frameworks, sensitizing managers and employees of competencies required per each job group; monitor the progress of employees against competencies
Identify training and development needs within the organization through training needs assessments and regular consultation with managers and people team.
Create, design, and deliver learning and development solutions to support organizational and individual development using a blend of methodologies including computer-based, self-managed learning, facilitated learning, and on the job learning
Acts as the liaison and coordinator of programs conducted by external training partners
Devise individual learning plans where needed
Advice and support SME’s/trainers to make the learning experience enriching and better for the participants by guiding and supporting them on content development, teaching methods, interactive activities, etc
Help managers solve specific training needs, either on a one-to-one basis or in groups
Research new technologies and methodologies in workplace learning and present this research
Sustain a system of record of all content developed, lessons learned, and SME/expertise location, that is accessible to other team members and relevant stakeholders
Work with the people team to conduct goal-setting exercises, objectives and key results, and team-building events

Team Responsibilities

Contribute to skills-building workshops for teams across the organization
Serve as supervisors or mentors to assistants, officers, and other team members, when requested
Participate in internal initiatives as needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field
At least 3 years of proven experience in a related role e.g. HR generalist or talent management position. Must have experience with recruitment and selection
Strong interpersonal skills that enable you to work with people at all levels of an organization, motivate others and change people's attitudes when necessary
Strong written and spoken communication and presentation skills that allow you to inform and advise others clearly
Project management skills and the ability to manage your time and to meet deadlines and objectives
Problem-solving and negotiation skills
Takes Initiative and has the ability to offer new ideas
Strong team-working skills and a collaborative approach to learning, both face-to-face and remotely
Experience with training and development more

About the Internship

As an intern for Busara's Research and Advisory team you will get the chance to dive headfirst into the world of behavioral science and get firsthand experience working on projects in the development space alongside your mentors. This is not your coffee-grabbing internship! Interns are tasked with supporting the research, composing reports, client deliverables, and analysis... on ongoing projects, in close coordination with Analysts, Associates and Engagement Directors, thus exposing them to all sides of research.
This is a full time internship for 10-12 weeks. 

Who are we looking for?

Students in their third year or fourth year of undergraduate studies, students in masters programs, and recent graduates who have completed their course within the last 6 months.
Students preferably based out of Nairobi, since the internship will likely entail some fieldwork. 
Busara loves diversity of thought and we will accept applicants from a wide range of disciplines and backgrounds – psychology, sociology, economics, public policy, political science, neuroscience, statistics, marketing and so on.
Interest in qualitative and quantitative research and familiarity with data analysis (Excel, Stata, R and/or other programming languages)
Fluency and excellent communication and writing skills with a mastery of English and Swahili
Hunger to learn, high level of self-motivation and energy, and an optimistic “can-do” attitude
Flexible and comfortable with ambiguity
Interest in working in a fast-paced environment and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently
Ability to work independently and highly collaboratively as part of a team 
Interest in behavioral science (most important!) more

Role Purpose Statement
The Research Compliance Intern will support research ethics and compliance processes across the organization, working in collaboration with Portfolio Teams and under the supervision of the Senior Project Operations Officer.
Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities

Support compilation and review of Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications
Coordinate printing and... delivery of applications to relevant bodies as necessary
Track IRB submissions and approvals by maintaining an up to date database and providing regular updates to the Sn Project Operations Officer
Monitor IRB renewals and amendments and notify staff members when renewals are due
Facilitate the collection of project documents and reports for the annual IRB renewals
Monitor staff ethics certification and highlight gaps, in particular for projects requiring IRB approval
Maintain a clean filing system for all ethics- and compliance-related documents
Support the identification of new IRBs across different countries
Support the Project Operations Team on any other tasks as requested

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Interest in research and project management
Experience in project assistance or administration
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent verbal communication and writing skills in English
Flexible, self-motivating, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently
Experience working in a fast-paced environment
Able to work effectively across multiple, diverse teams more

About the role:
The Associate supports both the advisory and research arms of Busara by leading the planning, execution, and day to day management of Busara projects.
As primary project manager for all external Busara projects, an Associate quickly gains an expert understanding of a particular problem or research question and uses all tools at their disposal, both within and outside Busara to... execute an engagement to the highest possible degree, with careful consideration of timing and budget. An Associate develops creative and rigorous solutions to client and partner needs and manages both internal and external relationships with energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism. 
Associates directly manage other project staff that work on their project and, as well as liaise with other Busara teams and are expected to coordinate and manage staff effectively.
Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities
CORE PROJECT RESPONSIBILITIES:
Associates will work closely with Busara offices and directly with academic researchers and advisory clients to perform a variety of tasks including, but not limited to:

Engage in multiple large-scale research and advisory projects at a given time.
Plan, manage, and execute external and internal engagements independently from start to finish with limited supervision.
Incorporate the latest research in qualitative and quantitative methods, behavioral science, psychology, economics, and development to provide creative solutions to engagements.
Manage and conduct qualitative and quantitative research and data analysis.
Design, launch, and analyze effective quantitative and qualitative survey instruments with coordination among project staff (Analysts, Project Leads, Data and Programming, and Operations teams).
Serve as a point of contact for clients and partners.  Effectively manage the needs of stakeholders through proactive communication and troubleshooting.
Contribute to project on-boarding and off-boarding for knowledge management.
Responsible for project timelines, deliverables, reports, and staffing.
Contribute to the creation of proposals, concept notes, and pitch decks for new business opportunities and knowledge sharing. Present at conferences, networking events, or client meetings.
Contribute to the design, execution, and dissemination of Busara internal research projects.
Work closely to lead or support other Associates to fulfill engagement requirements.
Perform any other duty as may be assigned by the project supervisor.

CORE ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
In addition to project responsibilities, Associates also have the following organizational responsibilities to ensure a healthy and functioning organization.

Work with the Associate team to conduct goal-setting exercises, objectives and key results, and team building events.
Contribute to skills-building workshops for Associate teams.
Assist with internal initiatives where necessary.
Serve as mentors to Analysts and Project Lead team members, when requested.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience: Minimum Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Public Policy, or related fields; Clear interest in health focused research and behavioral science.
Strong qualitative, quantitative, research, and data analytic skills.
2+ years previous work experience in health focused research.
Experience managing large scale research and consulting projects in developing countries.
Demonstrates the ability to manage high-level relationships with partner organizations.
Strong quantitative skills including knowledge of and experience working with data analysis software (STATA, Python, R)
Experience managing and mentoring staff
Ability to quickly understand and adapt to new contextual situations
Excellent management and organizational skills.
Flexible, self-motivating, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and a team player.
Interest and experience working in a fast-paced working environment.
Fluency and excellent communication and writing skills with a mastery of English.
Ability to execute projects while sustaining a global focus and vision for institutional planning and decision making.

Desired Qualifications:

A Master’s degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Public Policy, or related fields.
Experience managing or mentoring staff.
Familiarity with randomized controlled trials and/or quasi-experimental designs
Technical understanding of qualitative research techniques.
Strong academic behavioral science background.
Knowledge of the application of behavioral science to real-world problems. more

The Online Community Officer is our digital point person and will enhance Busara’s reach and reputation by; communicating our work in an authentic way that will attract and grow our stakeholder engagement and track and keep our touchpoints relevant for both internal and external interested parties.
They will do this by applying their professional rigor and communication expertise to cultivate the... Busara online community, including audience, stakeholders, and ‘Busarians’ (employees)  on all social channels, plan and report on our online community engagement (including all social media channels and the website), its impact and value to potential and existing stakeholders and contribute to our publication and broader engagement strategy.
The ideal candidate views the internet as their playground, is curious about best practices, savvy, and creative about content management while steeped in debates that are relevant to Busara’s work. A passionate communicator who genuinely enjoys and thrives operating and strategizing in the digital space while being deeply committed to improving the ways we often communicate complicated research findings.
Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities

Detail a clear digital plan of action with steps, milestones, deliverables, and dates to track communication efforts
Develop relevant content topics and strategies to disseminate Busara outputs and our online reputation
Create and implement a regular publishing schedule and content calendar around relevant hooks to promote and manage content
Curate the Busara audience by identifying relevant stakeholders, thinkers, processes 
Inform planning of specific and timely dissemination campaigns through social advertising 
Plan online community growing activities for Busara events (campaigns, live tweeting, among others)
Collaborate with the design and projects teams to leverage the right tools to manage content, drive visibility and create online engagement opportunities
Use analytics to measure and identify Busara’s audience growth, engagement, profile, content reach, and leads to establish ROI and inform strategy  
Identify best practice and trends with regard to social media as well as topic areas relevant to Busara - your default setting is always reading and learning to keep up with evolving channels
Create a schedule and keep the website content updated with case studies, deliverables, blogs, press releases, staff profiles, among others. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required
We are looking for candidates with:

The ability to quickly understand Busara’s business and organizational culture and how to use communications, testing, and design to support that culture
The ability to research diverse topics, figure out best practice, and outline/propose a digital plan to execute
The ability to experiment on social media placement, test alternatives, and make data-driven recommendations on the right mix for our client journey in B2C and B2B context
Clear, proactive communication skills, and ability to set expectations for timeline and scope of work
The ability to work with and inspire people from a variety of cultures, backgrounds, and experiences
3 years of relevant social media experience within creative or branding agencies or a mix of agency and in-house experience.
Proven track record of success in managing content and social media engagement across a portfolio of industries
Expert level skills in google suite and Microsoft office 
Excellent writer in English; other languages a plus
Solid understanding of web practices, digital platforms, SEO, channel analytics, and content development
Excellent critical thinking skills and the ability to exercise good judgment and solve problems quickly and effectively.
Excellent organizer who reliably plans and tracks execution of Busara’s engagement and outreach strategies more