Scientist Jobs in Nairobi

ResponsibilitiesLead the formulation of corporate strategy and policy related to the organization's strategic objectives and programmes, including Medium Term Strategy and Programme of Work, liaising with Member States, partners and other stakeholders as appropriate, ensuring that relevant programme strategies and related instruments are developed in a coherent and cohesive fashion, are of the hi...

The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world s environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the environment. Responsibilities Lead the formulation of corporate strategy an...

The position:This position will be based at the Mazingira Centre, a leading research facility renowned for its work in environmental research in livestock systems in Sub-Saharan Africa (visit or for more information). The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, multidisciplinary team and contribute significantly to sustainable livestock research in Sub-Saharan Africa....

OverviewThe purpose of this job is to coordinate and carry out transdisciplinary research on socio-ecological systems and stakeholder engagement in the context of the Agroecology TPP.Summary of responsibilitiesDesign and conduct research on social and ecological science dimensions of agroecology:This entails research design, data collection, analysis, and presentation of research outputs for publ...

JOB PURPOSEAmref Health Africa is seeking a highly skilled Data Scientist/Analyst to join the Health System Strengthening Directorate. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in leveraging data to enhance decision-making, drive programmatic impact, and contribute to the overall goal of improving health outcomes in Africa by making sense of existing data, developing a system of data coll...

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to improve food security and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for better and more sustainable use of livestock. ILRI is a CGIAR research centre part of a global research partnership for a food-secure future. The position: This position will be based at the Mazingira Centre, a leading research facility renowned for ...

Amref Health Africa in Kenya is the country programme office of Amref Health Africa, Africa s largest International Health NGO. This is the largest and oldest country programme in Africa with an average annual budget of USD 40million JOB PURPOSE Amref Health Africa is seeking a highly skilled Data Scientist/Analyst to join the Health System Strengthening Directorate. The successful candidate will...

The World Agroforestry Centre, is an international institute headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, and founded in 1978. The Centre specializes in the sustainable management, protection and regulation of tropical rainforest and natural reserves. Overview The purpose of this job is to coordinate and carry out transdisciplinary research on socio-ecological systems and stakeholder engagement in the contex...

As a Talent Scientist, you will work closely with these Hiring Leads to drive initiatives, automation and best practice whilst offering an expert viewpoint on talent assessments. This is not a recruiter position; it's about the science of talent and performance, raising awareness and insights across the business so that we make, as a company, outstanding choices in the selection process.We have a...

We deliver open source to the world faster, more securely and more cost effectively than any other company. If you re interested in a career at Canonical, we are a remote-first company so please apply to any suitable role as skills are valued more than location, despite some having a preferred geographic preference. Summary As a Talent Scientist, you will work closely with these Hiring Leads to d...

OverviewWe are looking for a Spatial Data Scientist with strong machine learning analytics experience. The position falls under the Spatial Data Science and Applied Learning Lab (SPACIAL) of CIFOR-ICRAF. If you have a background in GIS, spatial data analysis, including remote sensing (satellite data analysis, drone data processing), this position might be for you. You will need a strong backgroun...

The World Agroforestry Centre, is an international institute headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, and founded in 1978. The Centre specializes in the sustainable management, protection and regulation of tropical rainforest and natural reserves. Overview We are looking for a Spatial Data Scientist with strong machine learning analytics experience. The position falls under the Spatial Data Science and A...

Job DescriptionTo lead a team of Research & Development scientists responsible for delivering solutions to improve production and processing technologies and to manage a research portfolio which delivers improvements aligned with the Crop Technology business objective.Key ResponsibilitiesAccountable for the Center of Expertise (CoE) Production Research Program for a range of crops which conducts ...

Syngenta is a leading science-based agtech company. We help millions of farmers around the world to grow safe and nutritious food, while taking care of the planet. Summary To lead a team of Research & Development scientists responsible for delivering solutions to improve production and processing technologies and to manage a research portfolio which delivers improvements aligned with the Crop Tec...

REPORTS TO:Senior Laboratory AdvisorJob purposeThe Field Laboratory Manager is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing laboratory operations and ensuring the successful execution of the KENPHIA II project. Reporting to the Senior Lab Advisor, this role involves managing satellite laboratories, coordinating samples management, supervising laboratory personnel, and maintaining quality ...

Reporting to the Lead -Data Scientist, the Data Scientist will develop and run with data-centered projects. In keeping with this overarching aim, the data scientist will be required to outline work requirements, develop, and deliver relevant projects. The role holder will also harness their mastery of Data Science to consult on various aspects of their projects. To be successful in this position,...

JOB DESCRIPTIONReporting to theLead -Data Scientist, the Data Scientist will develop and run with data-centered projects. In keeping with this overarching aim, the data scientist will be required to outline work requirements, develop, and deliver relevant projects. The role holder will also harness their mastery of Data Science to consult on various aspects of their projects. To be successful in ...

About this role:We are seeking a full-time team member to join the Shamiri Institute as Head of Research and Innovation (i.e., the Director of the Shamiri Lab). This individual will lead our Research & Innovations Team, whose mission is to foster research excellence both in-house and through collaboration. This role is central to our mission and presents an exceptional opportunity for an applied ...

Our mission is to provide youths, in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) and beyond, with evidence-based tools to improve their life outcomes. We believe in a world where youth, anywhere, can actualize their life outcomes About this role: We are seeking a full-time team member to join the Shamiri Institute as Head of Research and Innovation (i.e., the Director of the Shamiri Lab). This individual will lead ...

Overall Purpose of the JobTo provide project management support to the head of TTU, scientists, staff, consultants, students, andinterns for efficient and timely implementation of the TTU project activities.Specific DutiesSupport the TTU team in the follow-up of action points of various projects and the reporting as per the donor requirements.Coordinates the planning and organising of internal an...

Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, icipe was established in 1970, to address this very paradox of insects and accompanying challenges Overall Purpose of the Job To provide project management support to the head of TTU, scientists, staff, consultants, students, andinterns for efficient and timely implementation of the TTU project activities. Specific Duties Support the TTU team in the follow-up of a...

Purpose of consultancyThe purpose of the Roster of Experts (ROE) is to provide trusted technical, scientific, regulatory, leadership, and management support to the AVAREF Secretariat, which will, in turn, support the development of comprehensive regulations for clinical trials, procedures for review of Clinical Trials Applications and dossiers for registration of vaccines, bio-therapeutics, pharm...

OverviewWe are looking for a Spatial Data Scientist with strong machine learning analytics experience. The position falls under the Spatial Data Science and Applied Learning Lab (SPACIAL) of CIFOR-ICRAF. If you have a background in GIS, spatial data analysis, including remote sensing (satellite data analysis, drone data processing), this position might be for you. You will need a strong backgroun...

The World Agroforestry Centre, is an international institute headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, and founded in 1978. The Centre specializes in the sustainable management, protection and regulation of tropical rainforest and natural reserves. Overview We are looking for a Spatial Data Scientist with strong machine learning analytics experience. The position falls under the Spatial Data Science and A...