Research and Evidence Specialist

AMREF HEALTH AFRICA is hiring for the Research and Evidence Specialist position in Nairobi. This is a full time, mid level role. Qualification level: Masters; experience: 10+ yrs. Applications close on 11 November 2026.

Amref International University focuses on training, research and extension in health sciences, emphasizing promotive, preventive, rehabilitative and palliative health.

AmIU is founded on the experience and intellect of Amref Health Africa, which is reputed for its over 60 years of quality and innovative public and community health interventions, training, and education.

Key responsibilities

• Planning and coordination
• Participate in the development and implementation of PEP project workplans with a focus on research, monitoring, and evaluation activities
• Coordinate project implementation across the three partner public universities to ensure alignment with project goals and timelines
• Facilitate collaboration and communication between AMIU and partner institutions on research and evidence generation activities
• Support integration of research findings into project design and continuous improvement processes

Requirements

• Candidates with the following educational qualifications from recognised universities are eligible to apply
• Master degree in public health with a bias to biostatistics, or epidemiology, statistics
• Bachelor’s degree in health sciences, biostatistics/statistics, public health, mathematics, statistics or equivalent
• Experience in research work or research from a similar organization…

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