APHRC seeks to recruit up to five researchers to work in its Data and Measurement (2), Ageing and Development (1), Urbanization and Wellbeing (1), and Population Dynamics and Sexual and Reproductive Health & Rights (1-2) Units.
Responsibilities (dependent on level appointed):
Provide leadership to scientific research unit, program or project in a defined area of work
Lead or support a cohesive team and ensure projects in thematic areas are efficiently implemented
Contribute to policy engagement and strategic planning as may be needed
Lead and contribute to proposal development and fundraising for research projects in the unit
Mentor junior researchers and facilitate in the Center’s training programs as needed
Secure and manage the necessary human, financial and material resources in the unit, project or program
Represent the Center at high – level national, regional and international forums, including relevant technical working groups and expert committees
Contribute to institutional publications (i.e. lay dissemination materials such as- policy/research briefs and fact sheets)
Oversee data quality and analyses
Qualifications and Experience
PhD in social, health or behavioral sciences, including demography, biostatistics, epidemiology, public health, Urban Studies, etc
Rank is open and successful candidates may be appointed at postdoctoral (0-3 years), Associate (3- 5 years), Research Scientist (5-8 years) or Senior Research Scientist (10+ years) levels depending on experience and track record
Experience working in a research institution, leading research programs or managing research projects
Experience with conducting evaluations of interventions will be an added advantage
Excellent scientific writing skills
Good quantitative or qualitative skills; experience with mixed methods will be an advantage provided one is very strong in quantitative or qualitative methods
Strong proposal writing skills and track record of winning research grants
The above positions come with an attractive, internationally-competitive remuneration package including medical, travel and life insurance cover. Allowances toward in-relocation (for those recruited from outside Kenya) and dependents’ education are also provided. Preference will be given to nationals of sub-Saharan African countries. APHRC works in all international languages present in Africa.
