Intern – Research Analyst

About the Role

Join AECF as an Intern – Research Analyst in Nairobi, Kenya. This Internship position offers an exciting opportunity to support research initiatives that drive evidence-based decision-making in the NGO sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses on investment trends, impact investing ecosystems, and innovative financing mechanisms.
• Support the development of research outputs that contribute to AECF’s knowledge management objectives.
• Contribute to implementing knowledge-sharing activities, including drafting briefs, case studies, and reports.
• Provide support for research and data collection related to financing strategies and private sector development.
• Work closely with program teams to integrate research findings into program development and execution.
• Build partnerships with research institutions, donors, and other stakeholders.
• Represent AECF at workshops, conferences, and other forums to share research outcomes.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, venue bookings, and other logistical details for workshops and events.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Economics, Development Studies, Statistics, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in research, data analysis, and impact evaluation.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as SPSS, Stata, R, or similar software.
• Strong understanding of development challenges in sub-Saharan Africa.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex data and insights clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary and cross-cultural teams.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step? Click here to apply before 2025-03-21. Don’t miss out on this Intern – Research Analyst opportunity with AECF!