Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development REACH Researcher – Markets and Livelihoods Jobs in Kenya
Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development REACH Researcher – Markets and Livelihoods Jobs in Kenya;As part of the Systems Strengthening and Localization Unit and under the joint supervision of the Senior Assessment Officer (Markets) and Senior Assessment Officer (Livelihoods), the REACH Researcher will support the implementation of Markets and Livelihoods research activities in Sudan, including assessment design, data collection, analysis, reporting, and partner support.
Key Responsibilities
Support all stages of the research cycle, including secondary data review, research design, tool development, data collection, analysis, and report writing.
Conduct market systems and livelihoods research covering market functionality, value chains, trader networks, labour markets, and household livelihood strategies.
Develop qualitative and quantitative data collection tools, sampling methodologies, and analysis plans.
Support training of enumerators and partners while monitoring data quality and data protection standards.
Analyze and triangulate primary and secondary data to identify market trends, livelihood opportunities, constraints, and information gaps.
Produce research outputs including market briefs, livelihood profiles, analytical reports, presentations, and lessons learned documents.
Provide technical support to partners on assessment methodologies, indicators, data collection tools, and analytical approaches.
Coordinate with research, GIS, and data teams, as well as humanitarian actors and market and livelihoods working groups.
Support joint analysis initiatives, harmonization of assessment tools, and dissemination of findings.
Monitor evolving market conditions, supply routes, prices, and livelihood trends across Sudan.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Master’s degree or equivalent in Economics, Development Studies, International Studies, Data Science, Political Science, or a related field.
Minimum three (3) years of experience in humanitarian or development research, assessments, monitoring and evaluation, or data analysis.
Experience conducting market systems analysis, market assessments, value chain analysis, labour market studies, or livelihoods research.
Practical experience in qualitative and quantitative research design, data collection, analysis, and development of research tools.
Strong analytical, report-writing,
and presentation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Familiarity with KoBo and statistical analysis software such as R, SPSS, or STATA is an advantage.
Ability to manage multiple research activities and coordinate effectively with remote teams and partners.
Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
Strong working knowledge of Arabic is highly desirable.
Experience working in Sudan or the wider region is an advantage.
Familiarity with humanitarian coordination mechanisms is desirable.
Ability to work in complex and challenging security environments.
Valid authorization to work in Kenya is mandatory.
Application Process
Submit a cover letter and CV as a single document, with the cover letter on the first page and the CV starting on the second page.
Include details of three work-related referees.
Email applications to: kenya.jobs@acted.org
Subject line: REACH Researcher-Markets and Livelihoods
Application deadline: 29.10.2026 at 5:00 PM.
Do not attach additional documents unless specifically requested later.
Important Notes
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
ACTED reserves the right to fill the position before the closing date.
ACTED does not charge any fees during the recruitment process.
ACTED maintains zero tolerance for exploitation, abuse, misconduct, and violations of safeguarding principles.
Successful candidates will be required to comply with ACTED policies, including PSEA, Child Protection, and Code of Conduct requirements.
ACTED is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
How to apply
Qualified candidates with the required skills are invited to submit their applications accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter as a single document i.e. with the cover letter being on the first page and the CV starting on the second page, detailing three work related referees and contacts to kenya.jobs@acted.org and received on or before 5.00PM on 29.10.2026 with the subject line 'REACH Researcher-Markets and Livelihoods
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