Research Analyst – Nairobi

About the role

Laterite is seeking a Research Analyst to join its Nairobi office. The role involves designing research, analysing data, supporting project management and coordinating fieldwork in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment.

Key responsibilities

• Support research projects including ethical approval, design of instruments, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and drafting reports and presentations.
• Code survey instruments using SurveyCTO and other ODK‑based platforms, develop training materials and assist with enumerator trainings.
• Participate in field visits to monitor and improve data collection processes.
• Monitor, clean and validate incoming survey data, resolve data‑quality issues and support statistical analysis.
• Contribute to consultancy‑quality reports and data‑driven insights for clients.
• Optionally assist with business development activities.

Required profile

• Kenyan national with a strong motivation for social and economic research.
• Ability to work independently in a low‑bureaucracy, high‑accountability environment.
• Good communication skills for client and internal team interaction.

Required skills

• SurveyCTO
• ODK‑based platforms
• Quantitative data analysis
• Qualitative data analysis
• Statistical analysis

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on diverse development projects with international donors and NGOs.
• Collaborative, autonomous work culture with room for professional growth.