Research Associates Vacancies at CPPA, August 20th 2013 ([email protected])

At CPPA, we have a mission “to ensure that government action fosters growth, economic well-being, freedom and individual responsibility”.
As such, we intend to build a world-class, dynamic organisation by hiring highly skilled individuals who are interested in research and the improvement of the Nigerian political and economic environment.

As such we are constantly seeking exceptional persons as research associates in the areas of policy analysis, communications and fundraising.


Job Title: Research Associates
The ideal candidate would have trained up to post graduate level with a strong academic background (at least a second class upper) in economics, sociology, mathematics, statistics or any related discipline and will match the following profile:

    Aged between 25 and 35 years
    Keen interest in the interdisciplinary field between economics and sociology, as well as in the field of applied economic research
    Excellent written (e.g. experience of published reports) and verbal communication skills
    Leadership and track record of delivery
    A proven ability to inspire, coach and develop others
    Excellent project and stakeholder management skills
    First rate policy and strategy skills
    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
    Dynamic, flexible and reliable
    Ability to use a statistical package (such as SPSS) will be an added advantage 

How to Apply
Our organisation 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.

Expression of interest in form of a cover letter accompanied by a one-page CV should be sent electronically to [email protected]