Build your career where evidence meets impact
Research that reaches the last mile
PC Kenya is part of an international network operating in more than 50 countries, with our Nairobi office leading research across gender and youth, reproductive health, HIV and AIDS, and poverty and livelihoods. Our studies directly inform national policy, county health plans, and donor programming — making this one of the few places in East Africa where a researcher's work genuinely shapes the lives of the most marginalised populations.
Where your skills fit
Field researchers, study coordinators, research officers, biostatisticians, and principal investigators driving our evidence agenda.
Data managers, analysts, and M&E specialists who turn field data into rigorous, policy-ready findings.
Writers, designers, and communications officers who translate evidence into stories that reach policymakers and the public.
Finance officers, grants managers, and operations staff who keep the organisation running with integrity and efficiency.
Database administrators, ODK specialists, and system administrators supporting digital data collection across our field sites.
Drivers, field officers, and community health liaison staff embedded in our county-level programme sites.
Compensation that reflects the quality of our people
We use market pricing against international research sector benchmarks to set salary grades, ensuring our compensation is competitive and consistent across roles and offices. Salary scales are reviewed regularly and reflect both internal equity and local regulations.
Beyond salary, we invest in your professional journey. An accelerated talent development programme provides a structured leadership track for high-potential staff, alongside broad access to training, education assistance, and support for memberships in professional bodies.
Safeguarding Statement
Population Council Kenya is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all individuals involved in our research, programmes, and operations. We uphold a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of exploitation, abuse, harassment, bullying, and neglect, particularly involving children and vulnerable adults.
We are committed to promoting a culture of safeguarding through prevention, awareness, accountability, and responsible conduct. We encourage the reporting of safeguarding concerns and are committed to ensuring that all concerns are handled promptly, confidentially, and with sensitivity, in accordance with established safeguarding policies and procedures.
The safety, dignity, and wellbeing of the communities and individuals we engage with remain central to our work.
Our hiring process
Browse current vacancies on our open roles page, updated as roles open.
Upload your CV and cover letter through the portal. No hard-copy applications.
Only shortlisted candidates are contacted, typically within 3–4 weeks of closing.
Panel interviews with the hiring team, often including a technical task or presentation.
Successful candidates receive a formal offer and structured 30-day onboarding.
PC Kenya is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on age, gender, disability, religion, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.
Ready to do work that matters?
All current vacancies are posted on our open roles page. Applications received by email to jobs-nairobi@popcouncil.org are also accepted for roles that specify this. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.