Research Manager – Africapitalism Institute at Tony Elumelu Foundation

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.