Research and Strategy Lead at Welcome 2 Africa International

Welcome2Africa International (W2A) is a trade and investment facilitation company committed to mobilizing investment into Africa’s real sectors agribusiness, solid minerals, maritime, and manufacturing. With a footprint across Africa, Europe, and North America, we connect global capital and expertise to high-impact opportunities on the continent.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Research and Strategy Lead

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

Job Description

• Welcome2Africa International is actively seeking an accomplished and Research and Strategy Lead to spearhead our research initiatives and policy development.
• The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in leading comprehensive research efforts in the Agribusiness, Maritime, Solid Mineral, Tourism, and Energy sectors.
• This position offers a unique opportunity to shape policies that drive trade and investment, fostering growth and sustainable development in these industries.
• The Research and Policy Lead will be based in Abuja.

Responsibilities

• Sectoral Research:
  • Lead and conduct in-depth research on the Agribusiness, Maritime, Solid Mineral, and Energy sectors to identify investment opportunities, market trends, and potential challenges.
  • Stay abreast of global and regional developments impacting these sectors.
• Policy Formulation:
  • Develop and propose policies based on research findings to enhance trade and investment in targeted sectors.
  • Advocate for policy changes and improvements to create a conducive business environment.
• Investment Landscape Analysis:
  • Analyze the investment climate and regulatory frameworks in the target sectors.
  • Identify key stakeholders, potential partners, and investment drivers.
• Market Intelligence:
  • Provide strategic market intelligence to support decision-making processes.
  • Analyze competitor activities and market dynamics affecting trade and investment.
• Project Feasibility Studies:
  • Lead the preparation of feasibility studies for potential projects within the specified sectors.
  • Evaluate the economic viability, risks, and returns of proposed investments.
• Networking and Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Build and maintain influential relationships with industry stakeholders, including government agencies, businesses, and investors.
  • Represent the organization at conferences, forums, and events, fostering strategic partnerships.
• Report Compilation and Presentation:
  • Oversee the compilation of research findings into clear and concise reports.
  • Present research insights to internal and external stakeholders.
• Proposal and Business Development:
  • Lead the preparation of proposals and presentations for potential clients.
  • Ensure proposals align with client needs and showcase the organization's strengths.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a relevant field, including public policy, law, political science, Business, Economics, Agriculture, Energy, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in leading and conducting research related to Agribusiness, Maritime, Solid Mineral, or Energy sectors.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and trends.
• Familiarity with investment principles, market analysis, and sector-specific regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and research methodologies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Salary
N250,000 - N350,000 monthly.

Application Closing Date
31st July, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants, should send their application to: hr@welcome2africaint.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.