JOB SUMMARY
The ideal candidate would have trained up to post graduate level with a strong academic background (at least a Masters Degree) in economics, mathematics, statistics, law
JOB DESCRIPTION
A public policy think tank based in Lagos, Nigeria with a mission "to ensure that government action fosters growth, economic well-being, and freedom and individual responsibility" seeks to recruit exceptional persons as RESEARCH ASSOCIATES in the areas of qualitative analysis, economics, public policy, communications and fund raising.
The ideal candidate would have trained up to post graduate level with a strong academic background (at least a Masters Degree) in economics, mathematics, statistics, law or any related discipline and will match the following profile:
Aged between 25 and 35 years
(Excellent written) and verbal communication skills
Experience of research conducted and published documents
Outstanding analytical, research and problem solving skills
Ability to deliver results in different environments (especially in a developing world context)
Ability to work both independently and in a team
Leadership and track record of delivery
Excellent project and stakeholder management skills
Ability to use statistical packages (such as SPSS) will be an added advantage.
If you like the challenge of cutting though conventional thinking and working on complex development problems then our organisation is interested in you. We will in turn offer each candidate a stimulating and challenging work environment, a possibility to participate in frontier research, opportunities for world class, international training and an attractive salary package.
Selected candidates will ideally be expected to resume the post as soon as the recruitment process has been concluded. The position will start with a three year contract with the option of renewal depending on performance.
Method of Application
Expression of interest in form of a cover letter accompanied by a one-page CV should be sent electronically to careers@cpparesearch.org not later than May 31, 2011 with "Research Associate Recruitment" in the subject
NB: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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