Job Description
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.
The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is an
African-led and Africa-based international research institute engaged in
multidisciplinary, evidence-based policy research. Our researchers address
important issues and challenges facing Africa in areas such as education,
health, population, aging, urbanization and wellbeing. We engage with policy
makers in the region to disseminate our research findings to influence policy
decisions and improve the quality of life in Africa.
Responsibilities
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Provide leadership to scientific
research unit, program or project in a defined area of work
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Lead or support a cohesive team and
ensure projects in thematic areas are efficiently implemented
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Contribute to policy engagement and
strategic planning as may be needed
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Lead and contribute to proposal
development and fundraising for research projects in the unit
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Mentor junior researchers and
facilitate in the Center’s training programs as needed
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Secure and manage the necessary
human, financial and material resources in the unit, project or program
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Represent the Center at high – level
national, regional and international forums, including relevant technical
working groups and expert committees
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Contribute to institutional
publications (i.e. lay dissemination materials such as- policy/research briefs
and fact sheets)
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Oversee data quality and analyses
Qualifications
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PhD in social, health or behavioral
sciences, including demography, biostatistics, epidemiology, public health,
Urban Studies, etc
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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
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Experience working in a research
institution, leading research programs or managing research projects
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Experience with conducting
evaluations of interventions will be an added advantage
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Excellent scientific writing skills
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Good quantitative or qualitative
skills; experience with mixed methods will be an advantage provided one is very
strong in quantitative or qualitative methods
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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.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to apply and include: letter
of application; a statement of research interests and goals (1-2 pages); and CV
with contact details of three referees through our email address
jobs@aphrc.org. 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
NB: Applications will be considered until the positions
are filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. APHRC is an equal
opportunity employer and is committed to the protection of children.