Job Title: Volunteer Research Associate (3 No Experience Jobs)
Organisation: Economic Policy Research Centre
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Economic Policy Research Centre (EPRC) is Uganda’s leading policy research think tank dedicated to evidence-based analysis of economic and development issues. 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—to be known globally for the work done locally. EPRC uses resources from Government of Uganda and from other sources through its collaborative engagements with stakeholders. The Centre is searching for a qualified person with sound professional integrity to fill the position indicated below.
Job Summary: 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.
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
How to Apply:
An application letter, accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae (CV); names and addresses of two (2) referees, and copies of academic documents (the academic documents should include all the following four transcripts: Master’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, A-Level (UACE) and O-level (UCE) should be sent to the email address: hr@eprcug.org, not later than June 2, 2026, by 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.
The Applicants must indicate clearly in the subject heading of both on email and their application letter the position applied for.
EPRC is an equal opportunity employer.
Deadline: 2nd June 2026
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Level of Education: bachelor degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: no experience