Development Analyst at the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID)

The Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) is a West African media innovation and development think tank. Founded in 2014 as a non-governmental organisation in Nigeria, the Centre has been a leader in investigative journalism, innovation, open data, verification, the promotion of journalist welfare and safety, elections and the freedom of information and expression. In 2020, the CJID expanded its footprints beyond Nigeria and moved into specific niches in Ghana, Sierra Leone, Liberia and The Gambia.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Development Analyst

Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Job type: Full-time

Job Summary

• As a Development Analyst, you work in the editorial that produces in-depth content for our audience.
• CJID’s research approach is to focus on identifying, understanding, and explaining trends, transformations and patterns that affect democracy and development in West Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop deep expertise by researching, understanding, and applying mental models to analyse transformations, trends and developments that relate to the Nigerian Economy
• Develop and maintain a strong professional network of sources and contacts across various sectors of the SDGs to generate insights and story ideas to share with subscribers.
• Use data, analysis, quantitative and/or documentary material, as well as interviews, to explore all aspects of the varied industries in the West African economy.
• Produce long-form analytical articles that use a range of data visualisations (e.g. charts, graphs) to explore all aspects of the Nigerian economy on a weekly basis.
• Prepare proposals, reports, and other materials for submission to grant agencies.
• Prepare progress reports for the Centre and funding agencies.
• Summarise project results and monitor the project budget.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Economics, International Relations, Political Science or Development Sudies with evidence of published research work in major research platforms.
• 3 to 5 years experience in similar roles
• Strong background in research and data analysis
• Strong knowledge of proposal writing to funding agencies.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.