Analyst, Insights and advocacy

Analyst, Nigeria, Insights and advocacy 

Contract: Full time; 1 year fixed term, renewable

Remuneration: Competitive, based on experience and competence

Location: Abuja or Lagos

Reports to: Senior member in the NG team 

About us

Africa Practice is a mission-led strategic consulting firm advising investors and development partners across the continent. Our mission is to shape a prosperous Africa that inspires the world. For over 20 years, we have been partnering with global investors, policy-makers, development partners and other changemakers to drive transformation on the continent. 

Our insights and advocacy solutions are rooted in detailed systems and stakeholder understanding. We identify, generate, and analyse human-centred systems data to design impactful advocacy interventions. We deliver our world-class insights and advocacy solutions through our local presence.

We operate as one company, with a diverse team working on a hybrid basis in Abuja, Cape Town, Dakar, Dar es Salaam, Gaborone, Johannesburg, Lagos, Nairobi, and London. We are risk analysts, development economists, advocates, storytellers, data scientists, policy experts,  systems thinkers and creative minds. Over 80% of our staff are African and over 50% are women. We have been a signatory to the UN Global Compact since 2021 and we have achieved  B-Corp status.

About the role  

We are looking for a dynamic Analyst to support our public policy, market insights, and impact evidence projects. This role involves open-source research, economic analysis, and qualitative and quantitative analysis. A strong focus will rest on ongoing policy monitoring, data source identification and collection, and data analysis. The ideal candidate is a curious, digitally native individual who demonstrates an understanding of political, economic, social, and policy contexts, primarily focused on Nigeria and West Africa.

Client servicing

Support complex policy, stakeholder advisory, and impact analysis projects, contributing to individual deliverables and workstreams.

Monitor political, economic, social, and policy developments, with a focus on Nigeria and West Africa.

Conduct comprehensive analysis to assess risks, opportunities, and socio-economic impacts relevant to clients.

Produce and deliver high-quality written reports, visual-led analysis, and other outputs on political, economic, policy, and social developments for clients and internal use, participating in related client briefings. 

Support deep and extensive research (including open-source and stakeholder engagement based) for public policy, market insights, and impact analysis projects.

Support the organising of stakeholder convenings and co-design sessions.

Assist in identifying data sources and relevant literature for diverse project needs.

Support data collection efforts, including assisting with the development and implementation of surveys, questionnaires, and interview guides.

Other responsibilities

Assist with building Africa Practice’s knowledge base regarding Nigeria and West Africa, and develop related marketing material 

Contribute to the methodologies and best practices applied by Africa Practice’s Insights practice 

What we are looking for

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline; preferably in Political Science, Economics, Law  is preferred. A postgraduate degree is an advantage. Prior experience with consulting or development is a strong advantage. 

At least 1 year of professional or strong academic experience in analysing policy, political and economic issues.

Deep knowledge of, and genuine interest in, the Nigerian political economy, with an understanding of regional markets.

Intellectual curiosity and a passion for answering complex socio-economic questions using both qualitative and quantitative approaches.

Excellent investigative, analytical, and critical thinking skills.

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills in English. An ability to write clearly, concisely, and authoritatively to tight deadlines is crucial for this role.

A genuine enjoyment of research, data analysis, and writing.

A dynamic self-starter, able to work on their own initiative on complex issues and collaboratively within a team.

The ability to cultivate strong trust-based relationships within the company, with clients, and with the wider political economy ecosystem.

Eagerness to learn and grow skills in policy and economic consulting.

An interest in contributing to sustainable development and helping clients navigate this landscape.

Eligible to work in Nigeria. 

What we offer

We offer the successful candidate an opportunity to develop a rewarding career within a dynamic pan-African consultancy advising a prestigious portfolio of clients. This position offers:

Competitive remuneration

Immediate opportunities for growth

Collaboration with a diverse and experienced team of colleagues

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are much less likely to apply for a position unless they meet every single qualification. So this notwithstanding, if you are excited about this role, we would love to hear from you. At Africa Practice, we are dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse and authentic workplace. You might just be the new team member we are looking for - for this or other roles. 

Do you want to contribute to an influential and prosperous Africa, inspiring the world? We’re looking for Africa’s changemakers – smart people with strong analytical, advocacy, digital and problem-solving skills who can reconcile diverse perspectives to deliver sustainable change. 

Please send in your application by clicking on the “apply” button. 

Do include a cover letter explaining why you think you are suited to this position and indicating your availability. Your documents must be entitled with “*your name* Analyst, Nigeria, insights and advocacy.

The vacancy is immediately open for suitable applications and will be closed as soon as a suitable candidate is identified. Early applications are advised.