Lead Research and Development Consultant at Fort Knox Outsourcing - 2 Openings

Fort Knox Outsourcing was set up to cater to the growing need of businesses in Nigeria to reap the economic, strategic and operational benefits offered by outsourcing. We act as a “Third Party Service Provider” that Source, Select, and Second employment ready workforce in line with client specifications to meet their talent needs as quickly as possible.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Lead Research and Development Consultant

Locations: Abuja & Benin City, Edo
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Development and research
Relevant Industry: Consulting, internation body

Job Profile

• As a Lead Research and Development Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in shaping strategies, driving impactful projects, and providing expert guidance to clients.
• Your experience in social research, development consulting, program management, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership will be instrumental in achieving organizational goals.

Responsibilities
As a Lead Research and Development Consultant, your responsibilities will include:

• Collaborate with clients to understand their objectives and challenges.
• Develop comprehensive strategies that align with global development goals.
• Provide expert advice on policy formulation, program design, and implementation.
• Develop/communicate forward-thinking strategy aligned with business goals.
• Conduct rigorous social research studies, including impact assessments, needs assessments, and feasibility studies.
• Analyze complex data sets to derive actionable insights.
• Translate research findings into practical recommendations for clients.
• Have excellent client facing skills including document presentation (PowerPoint, etc.), executive level attire, superb spoken and written rofessional communication skills, intelligent and analytical problem-solving skills under pressure, etc.
• Lead and oversee development projects across various sectors (health, education, environment, etc.).
• Ensure effective project planning, budget management, and resource allocation.
• Monitor project progress, evaluate outcomes and adapt strategies as required.
• Cultivate strong relationships with international organizations, government agencies, NGOs, and local communities. àFacilitate dialogue, manage expectations, and address stakeholder concerns.
• Champion inclusivity, diversity, and sustainable development practices
• Steer cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Mentor junior consultants and guide their professional growth.
• Uphold high standards of ethics, professionalism, and excellence.

Requirements
You would be a good fit if you:

• B.Sc. or higher in a relevant field (e.g., International Development, Social Sciences, Economics, Public Policy)
• At least 15 years of progressive experience in international development, preferably with exposure to multilateral organizations
• Proven track record in managing complex projects and achieving measurable impact.
• Familiarity with development frameworks, sustainable development goals (SDGs), and global policy trends.
• Proficient in data analysis tools (e.g., R, SAS, SQL) and visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor diverse teams and drive results.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfortable working in dynamic, cross-cultural environments.
• Because We hire the best people, we work hard to provide benefits to make their lives better. 

What we Offer
We offer a comprehensive benefits program which features:

• A competitive salary in an exciting organization
• Health Insurance coverage
• Annual Performance Bonus
• Monthly Pension Benefits
• Group Life Insurance
• Learning culture and an opportunity for growth and development
• A fun and collaborative environment with driven team members
• Work for an employee-focused company that is building a great culture.
• Paid time off, Sick days, and Holidays off.

Application Closing Date
28th February, 2025.

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