Research Manager – Africapitalism Institute at Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF)

The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), established in 2010, is an African private-sector-led philanthropy in Africa championing entrepreneurship and entrepreneurs across the continent. The Foundation’s long-term investment in empowering African entrepreneurs is emblematic of Tony Elumelu’s philosophy of Africapitalism, which positions Africa’s private sector, and most importantly entrepreneurs, as the catalyst for the social and economic development of the continent.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Research Manager – Africapitalism Institute

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full Time

Job Purpose

• The Research Manager will lead the revival and strategic direction of the Africapitalism Institute, positioning it as a leading research and thought leadership platform across Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Lead the institute, develop long-term research agendas, and build partnerships with universities and institutions.
• Research Design & Execution: Conduct high-quality research on entrepreneurship and economic development, design quantitative and qualitative methodologies.
• Data Analysis: Analyze large datasets using econometric and statistical tools, generate insights for policymakers.
• Thought Leadership: Produce policy papers, research reports, and publications, support global academic and policy engagement.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with governments, think tanks, and development partners, Drive Africapitalism discourse globally

Qualifications & Requirements

• Master’s degree (PhD preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years' research experience.
• Strong publication record.
• Advanced data analysis skills (Stata, SPSS, etc.).
• Experience with policy engagement and academic research.

Core Competencies:

• Strong alignment with TEF’s mission and values.
• Passion for entrepreneurship and development.
• High attention to detail and ability to work in fast-paced, multicultural environments.
• Strong collaboration and accountability.

Application Closing Date
30th April, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send all application materials to: careers@heirsholdings.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Candidates should ensure all required qualifications and experience are met before applying.