Research Manager

Title: Research Manager

Location and Work Authorization: Nairobi, Kenya, with current and ongoing work authorization in Kenya

Position: Full-time (3-year contract, extendable based on funding situation and staff performance) 

Posted on: 15 January 2026

Application deadline: 6 February 2026, 6 pm EAT (applications will be reviewed as they are submitted)

Summary of the role:

PxD seeks a dynamic, creative, and self-motivated Research Manager to join a high-performing, flexible, and non-hierarchical team to manage the implementation of a new research project. This role is initially offered on a 3-year contract, with the possibility of extension. 

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to PxD's new workstreams, collaborate closely with PxD and affiliated researchers, and play a key role in testing and refining innovative ideas. You will use rigorous methods to experiment, measure impact, and identify pathways to scale...