Policy & Research Jobs in Uganda

Policy and research jobs in Uganda involve producing the analysis and evidence that shapes government, NGO, and international organization decision-making. Employers posting in this category include the Uganda National Council for Science and Technology, the International Rescue Committee, and the World Health Organization, spanning national science policy, humanitarian program research, and public health policy work.

Common titles include Science Officer for Research Integrity, Regional Policy and Advocacy Advisor, and Local Consultant roles conducting specific technical studies, such as costing exercises for national health strategies. Many positions in this category are consultancy-based with a defined scope of work and timeline rather than permanent employment, particularly WHO and UN-linked research contracts.

Most roles require a master's degree or higher in public health, policy studies, social sciences, or a related technical field, along with a track record of published research, policy briefs, or technical reports. Consultancy roles typically specify the exact deliverables expected and may require prior experience working with the specific UN agency or government body commissioning the work.

Policy and research roles are based in Kampala where Uganda's government agencies, WHO country office, and major international NGOs conducting this work are headquartered, though fieldwork for specific studies may extend to other districts.