- Job Title: Research and Strategy Lead
- Location: Abuja (FCT)
- Employment Type: Full-time
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About Welcome2Africa International (W2A)
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.
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.
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Requirements
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.
