Job Description

The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is a leading Africa-based, African-led, international research institution headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya.

APHRC conducts policy-relevant research on population, health, education, urbanization and related development issues in sub-Saharan Africa.

The APHRC seeks to recruit a Post-Doctoral Research Scientist to work in the Urbanization and Wellbeing in Africa Unit within the Research Division.

Responsibilities

• Work with the team to ensure successful implementation of the assigned projects;


• Oversee/lead development of field and training manuals;


• Oversee the review and translation of research tools;


• Oversee fieldwork of the proposed research projects to ensure timely implementation of field activities;


• Support proposal writing and other fund raising activities within the unit;


• Ensure ethical approvals and research permits are obtained;


• Oversee data cleaning and analyses;


• Lead and contribute to scientific paper writing;


• Lead the development of project reports;


• Participate in dissemination of research findings and policy dialogue with appropriate audiences;


• Monitor project budgets and expenditure;


• Prepare project progress reports;


• Lead and contribute to proposal development and fundraising for research projects in the program;


• Mentor junior researchers and facilitate in the Center’s training programs as needed; and


• Represent the Center at high level national, regional and international forums, including relevant technical working groups and expert committees.

Qualifications and Experience

• PhD in Public/Environmental Health, Community Health, or any related field with a specialization/focus on Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) in Africa.


• At least one year’s post-doctoral experience conducting research on WASH in Africa.


• Demonstrated experience in managing research projects.


• Skills in quantitative and qualitative methods including experience in data analysis with familiarity in data analysis software.


• Strong writing skills and evidence of peer reviewed publications in the subject matter/area of focus.


• Ability to work independently.


• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and ability to work independently in a team.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application in English and include:

• A letter of application


• A detailed CV


• Statement of research interest and goals (1-2 pages)

via our recruitment portal https://aphrc.org/vacancies/.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted; shortlisted candidates will be required to have a Police Clearance Certificate.

Cover letters should be addressed to:

The Human Resources Officer
African Population and Health Research Center, Inc
APHRC Campus, Manga Close, off Kirawa Road, Kitisuru
P. O. Box 10787-GPO, Nairobi

Website: www.aphrc.org

APHRC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the protection of vulnerable persons

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