About this opportunity
Opportunity Overview
Laterite is hiring a Research Analyst to work in Nairobi, Kenya. This role combines research design, data analysis, project management support, and fieldwork coordination in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. The position is open exclusively to Kenyan nationals. Laterite is a data, research, and analytics firm working on complex development challenges, with a office culture that is collaborative and gives people autonomy to grow into their roles. The Kenya team works across all key sectors, with the majority of projects in education, public health, and agriculture topics. The team currently consists of 14 team members. Laterite was founded in 2010 in Kigali, and the office in Nairobi opened in 2018. The project portfolio in Kenya is varied and ranges from data collection to full-cycle research projects.
Responsibilities
- Support research projects, including the ethical approval process, research design, and development of research instruments
- Conduct quantitative and qualitative data analysis
- Draft sections of reports and presentations for clients
- Support communication with clients and internal project teams on project progress
- Code survey instruments using SurveyCTO and other ODK-based platforms
- Collaborate with field teams to develop training materials and support enumerator trainings
- Participate in field visits to understand and improve data collection processes
- Monitor, clean, and validate incoming survey data
- Work closely with field teams to resolve data quality issues
- Support statistical analysis and interpretation of findings
- Contribute to consultancy-quality reports and data-driven insights
- Optionally contribute to business development efforts, including proactive business development or contributing to the development of technical and financial proposals
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, with a gross monthly salary of Ksh 406,971 – Ksh 539,498
- Medical insurance
- Pension contribution
- 21 days of annual leave
- Annual learning budget of up to USD 1,000 per person
- 10 days of time off for professional learning each year
- Remote work options in accordance with Laterite’s remote work policy
Requirements & Qualifications
- A completed Master’s degree in Economics, Public Health, Development, or related fields
- At least one year of professional experience in similar roles or tasks
- Strong quantitative data analysis skills and proficiency in Stata
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
- Experience working with ODK-based platforms is welcome
- Previous work experience in Kenya is welcome
- Organizational and interpersonal skills, self-motivation, and drive to work in a collaborative environment
How to Apply
- Review the job description and requirements to ensure you are a good fit for the role.
- Prepare your application, including your resume and a cover letter.
- Click the Apply button below to submit your application.
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