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Peace Winds is a disaster preparedness, response and recovery organization. Peace Winds advocates for increased collaboration between governments, militaries, NGOs, and the private sector to prepare for and respond to natural disasters across the globe, with the Japan - U.S. relationship as the cornerstone of humanitarian assistance.   Research Assistant (Field Enumerators) Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Diploma Experience Location Nairobi Job Field Research  Research Assistants will play a vital role in gathering high-quality qualitative and quantitative data to support program learning, accountability, and improvement across PWJ’s priority thematic areas, including Livelihoods, Shelter, WASH & Solid Waste Management. The position reports to the MEAL Officer or M&E Lead, working closely with project teams to ensure accurate, reliable, and timely data collection using digital tools. Key Responsibilities Conduct household surveys, Key Informant ...

The mission of the NCD Alliance is to unite and strengthen civil society to stimulate collaborative advocacy, action and accountability for NCD prevention and control. Our unique civil society network unites 2,000 organisations in more than 170 countries.   Consultancy - Project Baseline Survey Job Type Full Time Qualification MBA/MSc/MA Experience 7 years Location Nairobi Job Field Consultancy  , Project Management  , Research  Purpose and Objectives The main aim of this baseline survey is to provide reliable and valid data on the status of alcohol use in the target counties of Nyeri, Vihiga, Taita Taveta, Nairobi and Kisii. Specifically, the survey aims to: Assess the prevalence of alcohol use among Kenyans aged 18-49 years from the target counties. Identify the factors that influence alcohol use and abuse in the target counties at the individual, family, and societal levels. Determine the level of awareness and the utilisation of existing alcohol abuse r...

The University of Embu (UoEm) was established as a Constituent College of the University of Nairobi via a Legal Notice No. 65 of 17th June, 2011 by His Excellency the President. EUC is the successor of the former Embu Agricultural Staff Training (EAST) College which started in 1947 as an agricultural training school and was later renamed Embu Institute of Agriculture in 1968. In 1990, it was upgraded to be Embu Agricultural Staff Training (EAST) College whose mandate was to develop and implement short management and technical courses, and offer research and consultancy services to enhance performance in the agricultural sector.   HERI-Africa Programme Research Chair in Mathematics Education Job Type Full Time Qualification PhD/Fellowship Experience 7 years Location Nairobi Job Field Education / Teaching  , Project Management  , Research  Role Overview The University of Embu (UoEm), in partnership with HERI-Africa, is establishing a Research Chair in Mathema...

In 2009, the African Institute for Development Policy (AFIDEP), an African-led, regional non-profit policy think tank, was established to help bridge the gaps between research, policy and practice in the areas of population change and sustainable development, and health systems strengthening in Africa. The purpose of AFIDEP’s work is to contribute to susta...   Research & Policy Associate Job Type Full Time Qualification MBA/MSc/MA Experience 3 years Location Nairobi Job Field Medical / Healthcare  , Research  Key Duties and Responsibilities Coordinate the planning and implementation of the project Conduct primary data collection, collation of secondary data, data analysis and report writing Contribute to writing policy briefs, research briefs, and scientific journal papers Support ongoing engagement of relevant government officials and other stakeholders, and planning and organising workshops and dialogues with them to facilitate uptake of evidence produced by t...

Habitat for Humanity International, generally referred to as Habitat for Humanity or simply Habitat, is an international, non-governmental, and nonprofit organization, which was founded in 1976.   Market Research Consultant - Compressed Earth Blocks Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience Location Nairobi Job Field Research  Purpose and Objectives of the research The purpose of the market research is to provide a comprehensive understanding of Compressed Earth Blocks (CEBs) in the construction sector, including the market landscape, market size, demand, production, distribution, key players, indirect competitors, consumer perceptions and adoption trends. The research will focus on rural and peri-urban areas in Kenya. The following are specific objectives of the study: Research Objectives Analyse the current market size for CEBs and analyse factors affecting availability, and adoption of the technology. The study will also identify barriers and drivers of adoptio...

International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe) is a pan-African Centre of excellence in research for development and capacity building in insect science and its applications. Its mission is to help alleviate poverty, ensure food and nutritional security and improve the overall health status of peoples of the tropics.   Research Officer II Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA Experience 3 years Location Nairobi Job Field Research  , Science  Overall Purpose of the Job This position will advance innovative research aimed at generating critical insights into the chemical ecology of Filth flies by elucidating the links between their dietary preferences and developmental performance, paving way for the development of sustainable, environmentally friendly filth fly control tools. The successful candidate will design and conduct experiments that integrate behavioural, chemical, and metabolomic approaches to unravel how dietary su...

Save the Elephants works to secure a future for elephants in Africa. Specializing in elephant research, STE provides scientific insights into elephant behaviour, intelligence, and long-distance movements and applies them to the challenges of elephant survival.   Samburu Research Centre Internship Requirements Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience 1 year Location Nairobi Job Field Internships / Volunteering  , Research  , Science  Eligibility: This opportunity is open to  Kenyan students  with a  BSc  in Zoology, Botany, Environmental Sciences, GIS, or a Diploma in Wildlife Management/Conservation from WRTI (or equivalent). Applicants must have at least  one previous experience  in fieldwork, including as part of their academic training. Previous attachment and/or internship with another conservation organization is a bonus. Skills English proficiency. Experience with scientific writing in English (e.g. BSc proj...

The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world's environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the environment.   G7 Nature Compact - Research and Coordination Consultant Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA Experience 5 years Location Nairobi Job Field Consultancy  , Research  Specific duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Research and Evidence Review Review and extraction of information from global, regional, and G7-related reports, datasets, and policy sources. Compile data tables, evidence matrices, and bibliographic references in line with the analytical framework of the review. Contribute to mapping collective progress and identifying illustrative examples across the four pillars of ...

International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe) is a pan-African Centre of excellence in research for development and capacity building in insect science and its applications. Its mission is to help alleviate poverty, ensure food and nutritional security and improve the overall health status of peoples of the tropics.   Senior Research Officer I Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience 6 years Location Nairobi Job Field Research  Overall Purpose of the Job To support groundbreaking research on Microsporidia MB, a natural symbiont with potential to block malaria transmission in Anopheles mosquitoes. This role is critical for preparing pilot releases in Kenya by leading entomological baseline studies, optimizing mosquito collection protocols, and coordinating field teams across remote sites. Specific duties The successful candidate is expected to: Conduct mosquito collection using but not limited to human/cattle baited traps, light traps, pyrethrum sp...

Saferworld is an independent non-governmental organisation that works to prevent and reduce violent conflict and promote cooperative approaches to security. We work with civil society, governments and international organisations to encourage and support effective policies and practices through advocacy, research, and policy development, and through supportin...   Research and Analysis Manager Job Type Full Time Qualification MBA/MSc/MA Experience Location Nairobi Job Field Research  Job purpose: The post-holder is expected to provide leadership to the CSF in three key areas: Leading on the development, production and review of high-quality research and analysis related to conflict sensitivity in Sudan, speaking to the needs of humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding aid actors working on system, programmatic and activity levels and across sector siloes. Managing the CSF Research and Analysis Advisors and coordinate with the other technical support teams. Supporting the CS...

Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, which has since been amended to Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013. The 1979 Act established KEMRI as a National body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya.   Research Scientist - 2 Posts Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience Location Kakamega Job Field Research  Key Responsibilities: Make appointments with study participants, administer informed consent and conduct research interviews Transcribe and translate (if necessary) audio files and submit typed transcripts including interview summary notes to the Social Scientist in a timely manner Review transcripts for any spelling, grammar or formatting errors, as well as other inconsistencies Debrief with social science team on a regular basis Adhere to confidentiality guidelines and respect sensitive information Ensure that data quality assurance procedur...

The Kenya National Innovation Agency (KeNIA) is a State Corporation established under the Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Act, No. 28 of 2013 under the Ministry of Education.   Principal Innovation Officer - 6 Posts Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience 9 years Location Nairobi Job Field Project Management  , Research  JOB SPECIFICATION An officer at this level may be deployed in the following functional areas:- Capacity Development and Management, Commercialization, Ecosystem Coordination and Advancement and Policy and Standards and Quality Assurance Capacity Development and Management- 2 Duties and responsibilities will entail: Supervising the implementation of training programs and ensure adherence to timelines; Leading the design and development of training curricula for innovation skills; Conducting regular needs assessments to tailor programs to the evolving needs of innovators; Providing guidance to innovation officers on content deli...

The Kenya National Innovation Agency (KeNIA) is a State Corporation established under the Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Act, No. 28 of 2013 under the Ministry of Education.   Senior Innovation Officer Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience 6 years Location Nairobi Job Field Project Management  , Research  Job specification An officer at this level may be deployed in the following functional areas:- Capacity Development and Management, Commercialization, Ecosystem Coordination and Advancement and Policy and Standards and Quality Assurance Capacity Development and Management Duties and responsibilities will entail: Executing and overseeing the implementation of training curricula, ensuring that programs are delivered in accordance with established standards and objectives; Coordinating specific training sessions, ensuring all logistical requirements are met and participants are well-prepared; Identifying and leveraging technology-based soluti...

The Busara Center for Behavioral Economics is an advisory and research organization focused on evaluation and implementation of behavioral interventions in understudied countries and populations. Busara's mission is to work with researchers and organizations to advance and apply behavioral science in pursuit of poverty alleviation. This involves the applicat...   Senior Analyst- Quantitative Research Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience 2 years Location Nairobi Job Field Project Management  , Research  Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities CORE PROJECT RESPONSIBILITIES: The Senior Analyst will work closely with Busara Project Leads, research team, and advisory clients to perform a variety of tasks including, but not limited to the following : Conduct research preparation activities, including literature reviews.  Engage in multiple large-scale research and advisory projects at a given time. Manage external and internal engagements independently...

Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to discovering and promoting effective solutions to global poverty problems. In close partnership with decision makers - the policymakers, practitioners, investors, and donors working with the poor around the world - IPA designs and evaluates potential solutions to poverty problems ...   Research Manager (Eastern Africa Consumer Protection Manager) Job Type Full Time Qualification MBA/MSc/MA Experience 3 - 5 years Location Nairobi Job Field Project Management  , Research  Responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Project Oversight Lead IPA’s regulatory engagements in Eastern Africa under the Consumer Protection Research Initiative, ensuring each partnership delivers actionable insights that strengthen supervisory capacity and consumer protection mandates. Work with regulators to identify priority policy questions and co-design research or data initiatives that apply IPA’s technical expertise ...

Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM), founded in 1898, was the first institution in the world dedicated to research and teaching in the field of tropical medicine. As a registered charity, we work across the world, often in very difficult circumstances, to fulfil our mission of reducing the burden of sickness and mortality in disease endemic coun...   Post Doctoral Research Associate (PDRA) in Health Systems Job Type Full Time , Onsite Qualification PhD/Fellowship Experience 10 - 10 years Location Nairobi Job Field Research  An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Institute for Resilient Health Systems (IRHS) as a Post Doctoral Research Associate (PDRA) in Health Systems. This post will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, with frequent travel to Kisumu and will play a key role in conducting and disseminating research on health system resilience across Kenya, Malawi, Zimbabwe and the United Kingdom. As PDRA, you will support the establishment of the IRHS by del...