Head Research at FITC

 Summary
Our Client is a Management Development Institution in a non-for-profit environment providing training, research and consulting services. It aspires to be a leader in the provision of cutting-edge professional services. In view of its reinvigorated efforts to providing premium thought leadership services to exceed the growing demands of its stakeholders, our client seeks to fill the position of Head, Research.

Full Description
The Head Research will provide strategic leadership for the Research Function, anchor all research activities to determine their sectoral and macro-economic impact and develop papers and publications on topical issues. Review policies and initiatives affecting sectors and wider economy.
Develop papers to further the Institution’s thought leadership and advocacy role.
Oversee the collation, review, editing and final production of research findings and other departmental publications.

Technical Requirements

• Experience in research, policy review and development, economics, analysis of macro-economic trends, market intelligence analysis, data analysis, research paper/publication development, sector analysis, facilitation, stakeholder collaboration and engagement, research paper writing, proposal writing and business development
• Educational Qualifications
• Doctorate degree; a second degree in social sciences and 10-15years cognate experience.
• Certification and Professional membership of any relevant body e.g. Nigeria Economic Society is added advantage; proficiency in the use of applicable research applications and methodologies.

Behavioural Requirements
Academic and research inclined, strategic orientation, business acumen, leadership, excellent communication skills (written and verbal), strong interpersonal skills to engage peers, senior management team and external stakeholders; proven ability to motivate in a team-oriented and collaborative environment.