Job Title: Volunteer Research Associate – 3 Positions
Organisation: Economic Policy Research Centre
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
The Economic Policy Research Centre (EPRC) is Uganda’s leading independent policy think tank with an economics focus. Its mandate is to provide policy-oriented research and other forms of analytical support to inform policy processes in Uganda. The Centre has repositioned itself as a Go-To Policy Think Tank within the wider East Africa region. EPRC uses resources from the Government of Uganda and from other sources through its collaborative engagements with stakeholders.
Job Summary: The Volunteer Research Associate position offers career development opportunities to holders of a master’s or doctorate degree in economics, quantitative economics, development economics, statistics or a related economic field.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Undertake empirical economic policy research and analysis
- Engage in commissioned work for and on behalf of the Centre
- Based on research findings and sound analysis, contribute to national policy discourse
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Candidates for the Volunteer Research Associate program should be Ugandans and must have the following: –
- A Minimum of a Master’s or doctorate degree by coursework & research in economics, quantitative economics, statistics, or a related economic field from a reputable University
- Strong training background in economic theory and methods
- Demonstrated ability to use STATA, for data analysis
- Excellent writing skills
- High-level interpersonal and good communication skills
- Unquestionable integrity
- The Volunteer Research Associate position is for one (1) year contract, with a possibility for renewal subject to satisfactory performance.
How to Apply:
Send your CV & Cover Letter to Email: [email protected]
EPRC is an equal opportunity employer. An application letter, accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae (CV); names and addresses of two (2) referees, and copies of academic documents should be sent to the email address: [email protected] not later than November 21, 2025 4 p.m. East African Time. No hard copy applications shall be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted. Late applications will not be accepted.
Applicants must clearly indicate in the email subject heading of their email and on their application letter which position they are applying for.
Deadline: 21st November 2025
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Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: no experience required