APHRC seeks to recruit a Researcher with strong knowledge and expertise in climate and health to work in the Health and Wellbeing Theme, within the Research Division, mainly leading work in the interlinkages between climate change and health.

APHRC is seeking a Program Coordinator to spearhead the establishment and operationalization of APiL in line with the Center’s strategy. This new exciting leadership role will oversee the setup, including developing its short-term strategy, resourcing and management of the (African Policy Impact Lab) APiL, a multidisciplinary team focused on strengthening evidence use by government at different levels, fast tracking uptake of programmatic and policy innovations and supporting APHRC program teams and external stakeholders to deliver innovative, high-impact programs.

APHRC seeks to recruit a detail-oriented Program Accountant to provide program accounting support to projects through budget management, donor reporting, and compliance with financial procedures. The role supports grants management, financial analysis,, and partner engagement to ensure effective utilization of funds, accountability, and successful project delivery.

APHRC seeks to recruit a Communications Officer to work in the CACEPS project within the Policy Engagement and Communications Division. Based in Nairobi, the Communications Officer will contribute to the implementation of the communications strategy while leading the development of visual and audiovisual products.

APHRC, in partnership with the Population Council-Kenya and the Ministry of Education, is implementing a study titled ‘Mitigating School-Related Gender-Based Violence (MSRGBV)’. School-related gender-based violence (SRGBV), including physical, sexual, and emotional abuse in and around learning environments, remains a significant challenge in Kenya. It undermines learners’ safety, psychosocial well-being, school attendance, and academic performance. While Kenya has strong legal and policy frameworks to protect children, there is limited context-specific evidence on the nature of violence occurring within schools, the effectiveness of existing prevention measures, and how well stakeholders understand and respond to SRGBV. This study seeks to fill these gaps by generating comprehensive evidence on the prevalence of various types of SRGBV, awareness levels, prevention strategies, response mechanisms, and lived experiences among learners, teachers, school administrators, parents/caregivers, and key education stakeholders. The evidence will inform the development of national policy guidelines on SRGBV. The study will be conducted across 10 counties in Kenya, including Narok, Baringo, Samburu, Busia, Siaya, Wajir, Kitui, Kwale, Kiambu, and Nairobi, and will take place between May and June 2026. APHRC is therefore seeking qualified and experienced field interviewers to support data collection for this study.

The Center’s current Strategic Plan (2022–2026) is coming to an end, and a new plan for 2027–2031 will be developed for Board approval in November 2026, with implementation commencing in January 2027. APHRC invites qualified consultancy firms with proven institutional capacity and experience in strategic planning to lead a structured and consultative process for the development of the 2027–2031 Strategic Plan. The assignment will run from the 3rd week of May 2026 until 18 December 2026.

APHRC seeks to recruit qualified Qualitative and Quantitative Field Interviewers to support data collection for its WFP-Home Grown School Feeding Program (HGSFP) Project. This study aims to investigate the nutritional status of school children, comparing WFP-HGSFP-supported schools with non-supported schools; measure the nutritional composition of school meals; assess the acceptability and consumption of locally available and nutritious foods; and identify the barriers and facilitators to HGSFP implementation. Data collection is scheduled to take place in July-October 2026. Only applicants residing in the following districts in the Karamoja region (Abim, Amudat, Kaabong, Karenga, Kotido, Moroto, Nabilatuk, Nakapiripirit, Napak, and Karamoja) should apply.

APHRC is implementing the Cross-border Evidence and Policy Sovereignty (CACEPS) project through the African Union African Think Tank Platform (ATTP). This project aims to strengthen African think tanks and policy institutions in producing high-quality evidence, shaping policy discourse, facilitating cross-boundary learning, and advancing Africa's development priorities.   APHRC seeks to recruit a Project Coordinator with a proven track record of working with major donors including foundations and bilateral agencies. The Coordinator will design, coordinate, and execute research, project management and policy engagement, and provide operational assistance for the CACEPS project to ensure effective implementation, strong partner collaboration, timely output delivery, and compliance with APHRC and donor standards.   The position will be based at APHRC in Nairobi and will require frequent regional travel to consortium partners, the African Union Commission (AUC), and the World Bank.

APHRC seeks to recruit two (2) Project Coordination Officers to support the day-to-day delivery of multiple high-profile strategic initiatives, including Evidence for AI in Health (EVAH), Implementation Network for Sharing Population Information from Research Entities (INSPIRE)2.0, and Training Hubs for Statisticians, Epidemiologists in Eastern, Central and Western Africa (ANTENNA).

APHRC, in collaboration with the Science for Africa Foundation (SFA), seeks to engage a consultancy firm to conduct a comprehensive geopolitical situation analysis. This assessment will identify relevant geo-economic shifts and assess their implications for research priorities, funding sustainability, and partnerships.

APHRC is recruiting a Communications & Multimedia Officer to join the West Africa Regional Office in Dakar, Senegal. The Communications and Multimedia Officer will play a central role in strengthening the visibility, uptake, and policy impact of APHRC’s work in West and Central Africa. The role combines strategic communication with high-quality multimedia production to translate complex scientific evidence into accessible, compelling, and policy-relevant content for diverse audiences. Based in Dakar, the Communications and Multimedia Officer will contribute to the implementation of the communications strategy while leading the development of visual and audiovisual products.

APHRC seeks to recruit qualified Qualitative and Quantitative Field Interviewers to support data collection for its Teach for Kenya Evaluation Project. This study aims to evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of TFK’s leadership-centered fellowship model in improving teacher effectiveness, learner outcomes, and community engagement in underserved communities in Nairobi City, Machakos and Kisumu Counties. Data collection is scheduled to take place in April and May. Only applicants residing in Nairobi City, Machakos and Kisumu Counties should apply

As part of individual capacity strengthening efforts, APHRC has, over the years, been running a demand-driven research internship program whose objective seeks to nurture talented young Africans to become future scholars and research leaders. For the 2026 period, the Research and Related Capacity Strengthening (RRCS) Division  has opened internship opportunities in the following projects for 3-6 months, starting      May 2026.      Detailed information about each project is accessible by clicking      HERE     .

African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is dedicated to fostering a healthy workplace for staff. To further our commitment to a healthy, resilient and productive workforce, APHRC seeks to engage a qualified and licensed service provider to deliver a comprehensive employee assistance program . All services must be provided by licensed and accredited professionals, with strict confidentiality maintained in all client interactions.

APHRC seeks to recruit Head of International Programs to be based at the Head Office in Nairobi, Kenya. The position holder will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of the Center’s partnership model and internationalization strategy; providing strategic leadership and overseeing the development and management of the organization's international portfolio while supporting operations in the Center’s offices outside its HQ; facilitating entry and seamless program implementation in line with the different regulatory regimes in countries where APHRC has or intends to implement projects. This ideal candidate will be expected to ensure that research outputs effectively influence policy processes both in Africa and globally, while also strengthening partnerships with governments, regional bodies, multilateral institutions, universities, and civil society organizations. The role holder will also be responsible for program strategy, fundraising, partnerships, and high-quality research-to-policy engagement that advance the organization's vision and mission.

APHRC seeks to recruit Health Facility Assessment Interviewers to support data collection in Murang’a County, Kenya, scheduled for April 2026. Applicants residing in Murang’a County are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are seeking to recruit a consultant to support a healthcare financing project focusing on financing reforms central to improving access, quality, and financial protection in health systems, particularly for time-sensitive services such as maternal and child health (MCH). Kenya’s recent transition to a national social health insurance model represents not only a financing reform, but a critical test of how purchasing arrangements translate into care for women and children. This project seeks to map the implementation landscape and co-create solutions to improve the implementation of the financing scheme to improve maternal and child health outcomes.