IPPF is a global service provider and a leading advocate of sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) for all. We are a world-wide movement of national organisations working with and for communities and individuals. The purpose of this job is to contribute to IPPF’s global technical leadership in quality comprehensive service delivery (including HIV...

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Research Analyst

Job Type

Contract

Qualification

MBA/MSc/MA

Experience

3 - 5 years

Location

Nairobi

Job Field

Data, Business Analysis and AI , ICT / Computer , Research

What you’ll do:

Support the design of research questions and methodology, including both qualitative and quantitative methods to build IPPF's knowledge and evidence-base;

Collaborate with Member Associations (MAs) on conducting qualitative research and case studies;

Project manage research and MEL partnership initiatives with MAs and partner organisations

Write up and disseminate reports, summaries, and presentations of research findings for internal and external audiences;

Collaborate with academic and other research partners to construct and maintain trackers, indices, and other tools supporting greater knowledge of the SRHR environment.

Analyse IPPF's service delivery data to enable actionable insights into IPPF's client profile and service delivery results;

Support analysis of IPPF's global Results Framework data for the Annual Performance Report

Work across the IPPF Secretariat to discuss and explain research findings and explore how these can be used effectively by Secretariat colleagues for e.g. advocacy, service delivery, fundraising, etc.;

Ensure gender is effectively mainstreamed within the remit of the post and in line with IPPF's Gender Equality Policy.

Build and maintain positive relationships with all members of staff, and contacts within and outside the Federation

Undertake any other reasonable duties as may be requested from time to time

Key Skills / Expertise:

Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving

Demonstrates ability to interpret complex data sets and identify trends.

Applies quantitative and qualitative research and analysis methods to generate actionable insights

Uses evidence to inform decision-making and improve program outcomes

Research Design & Methodology

Designs research studies aligned with organizational priorities

Ensures ethical standards and data integrity throughout research processes

Proficient in quantitative and qualitative research techniques

Provides technical support and training on data collection and analysis

Communication & Influence

Translates technical findings into clear, compelling reports and presentations

Communicates effective with diverse audiences, including non-technical stakeholders

Promotes knowledge sharing and learning within the organization

Contributes to advocacy efforts by providing evidence-based recommendations

Project Management

Plans and manages research projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality outputs

Coordinates with internal teams and external partners to achieve objectives

Monitors budgets and resources effectively.

Works collaboratively across departments and regions

Commitment to IPPF Values

Upholds IPPF's mission and principles, including rights-based approaches

Maintains confidentiality and ethical standards in handling sensitive data

Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and respect for diversity

Key Qualifications:

Education: Master's degree in public health, Social Sciences, Statistics, or related field.

Experience: 3-5 years in research, monitoring & evaluation, or data analysis within NGOs or international development

Technical Skills: Proficiency in statistical software (SPSS, Stata, R) and data visualization tools.

Languages: Fluency in English; additional languages (French, Spanish, Arabic) desirable

• Support the design of research questions and methodology, including both qualitative and quantitative methods to build IPPF's knowledge and evidence-base;
• Collaborate with Member Associations (MAs) on conducting qualitative research and case studies;
• Project manage research and MEL partnership initiatives with MAs and partner organisations
• Write up and disseminate reports, summaries, and presentations of research findings for internal and external audiences;
• Collaborate with academic and other research partners to construct and maintain trackers, indices, and other tools supporting greater knowledge of the SRHR environment.
• Analyse IPPF's service delivery data to enable actionable insights into IPPF's client profile and service delivery results;
• Support analysis of IPPF's global Results Framework data for the Annual Performance Report
• Work across the IPPF Secretariat to discuss and explain research findings and explore how these can be used effectively by Secretariat colleagues for e.g. advocacy, service delivery, fundraising, etc.;
• Ensure gender is effectively mainstreamed within the remit of the post and in line with IPPF's Gender Equality Policy.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with all members of staff, and contacts within and outside the Federation
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as may be requested from time to time

• Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Demonstrates ability to interpret complex data sets and identify trends.
• Applies quantitative and qualitative research and analysis methods to generate actionable insights
• Uses evidence to inform decision-making and improve program outcomes
• Research Design & Methodology
• Designs research studies aligned with organizational priorities
• Ensures ethical standards and data integrity throughout research processes
• Proficient in quantitative and qualitative research techniques
• Provides technical support and training on data collection and analysis
• Communication & Influence
• Translates technical findings into clear, compelling reports and presentations
• Communicates effective with diverse audiences, including non-technical stakeholders
• Promotes knowledge sharing and learning within the organization
• Contributes to advocacy efforts by providing evidence-based recommendations
• Project Management
• Plans and manages research projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality outputs
• Coordinates with internal teams and external partners to achieve objectives
• Monitors budgets and resources effectively.
• Works collaboratively across departments and regions
• Commitment to IPPF Values
• Upholds IPPF's mission and principles, including rights-based approaches
• Maintains confidentiality and ethical standards in handling sensitive data
• Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and respect for diversity

• Master's degree in public health, Social Sciences, Statistics, or related field.
• 3-5 years in research, monitoring & evaluation, or data analysis within NGOs or international development
• Proficiency in statistical software (SPSS, Stata, R) and data visualization tools.
• Fluency in English; additional languages (French, Spanish, Arabic) desirable