Call for Applications: WorldFish 2026 Post-Doctoral Fellow Position in Gender and Development Based in Nairobi (PAID) ·WorldFish

Overview

This opportunity offers an internationally recruited Post-Doctoral Fellow position in Gender and Development based in Nairobi, Kenya, allowing experienced researchers to contribute to global efforts aimed at transforming aquatic food systems while advancing gender equality, women’s empowerment, and social inclusion.

Eligibility

• A PhD or equivalent qualification in Gender Studies, Development Economics, Sociology, Anthropology, International Development, Human Geography, Rural Development, or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of gender equality, women’s empowerment, community-based natural resource management, and inclusive market systems.
• Proven experience conducting international development research.
• A strong record of peer-reviewed academic publications.
• Expertise in qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods research.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration abilities.
• Experience working with rural communities across Africa, Asia, or the Pacific.

Benefits

• Annual salary ranging from USD 43,000 to USD 53,000.
• Initial two-year contract with the possibility of extension based on funding and performance.
• Retirement plan.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• Relocation assistance for internationally recruited staff.
• Housing allowance.
• Home-leave airfare for eligible dependents.
• Education assistance for school-age dependents.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply through the following link: APPLY HERE

Deadline

Applications close on 12 July 2026.