Research Assistant at Centre for the Study of the Economies of Africa (CSEA)

Centre for the Study of the Economies of Africa (CSEA) is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Research Assistant

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

About the job

• The Centre for the Study of the Economies of Africa (CSEA) invites researchers interested in working in Sub-Saharan Africa to be a part of a dynamic research team that is working on the most pertinent development issues in Africa to inform both policy and practice and influence change. CSEA is a non-profit think tank based in Abuja, Nigeria, that conducts independent evidence-based research. Our objective is to enhance development outcomes in Africa through evidence-based research.
•  The role will expose candidates to applied development policy research covering topics in our six thematic areas, including: global economic governance; trade and investment; macroeconomics and public financial management; environment, natural resources, and energy; human capital development; and poverty reduction and inclusive growth.
• In addition, the roles provide an opportunity to contribute to policy-relevant research on development issues in Africa in general and Nigeria in particular.

Qualifications

• Must have B.Sc. Economics or related field with minimum of 1-2 years relevant experience
• Ability to work well in a team and independently with minimal supervision
• Have basic quantitative skills
• Good communication skills
• Basic IT skills

Responsibilities

• Perform data functions critical to the business of the Centre’s programmes
• Develop general knowledge of stakeholders and learn their areas of interest
• Participate in regular Research Strategy Sessions
• Perform general administrative tasks in line with research as deemed necessary by the Research Director
• Support Senior Researchers by conducting Literature review and other assigned responsibilities

Language

• Fluency in English (Oral and Written)
• Working knowledge of French and Hausa Language (oral and Written) is an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
30th September, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.