Research Manager  Lagos

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) is actively recruiting for a Research Manager position in  Lagos. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Research sector looking to advance their careers in Nigeria's dynamic job market.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile: • Experience Level: 10 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent • Industry Focus: Research • Location Preference: in  Lagos

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS IN NIGERIA The Research Manager position is an important role within Nigeria's Research sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS This role in Research offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations in Nigeria.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE When applying for this Research Manager position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 10 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor • Specific achievements in the Research field • Any certifications or specialized training • Proficiency in relevant software and tools

🌍 NIGERIA JOB MARKET CONTEXT The Research sector in Nigeria continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. With Nigeria's growing economy and increasing foreign investment, this position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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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

Location: Lagos

Job type: Permanent Job Description

The Research Manager will spearhead the resurgence and repositioning of the Africapitalism Institute as a leading pan-African thought leadership and research platform. The role will drive rigorous, independent, and policyrelevant research that advances Africapitalism as a development philosophy and informs entrepreneurship, private-sector-led growth, and inclusive economic transformation across Africa.

Responsibilitie(s)

Lead the revival, strategic direction, and operationalization of the Africapitalism Institute. Lead the design and development of Africapitalism-focused curricula, teaching materials, and learning frameworks for use across universities, executive education platforms, and policy institutions. Translate Africapitalism research, data, and case studies into structured academic content, including course syllabi, lecture modules, case studies, reading lists, and assessment tools. Design quantitative and qualitative research methodologies consistent with academic and ethical standards. Lead advanced data analysis both of the Foundation’s data and external data to generate insights on enterprise development and economic impact for the Foundation and for thought leadership. Engage policymakers, academics, think tanks, multilateral institutions, and development partners to advance Africapitalism discourse. Contribute to resource mobilization through grants, commissioned research, and partnerships.

Qualification / Experience Requirement(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Development Economics, Public Policy, Political Economy, Business, Statistics, or related fields. Current or recent academic appointment at a university or research institution is highly desirable. Minimum of 10 years’ experience in academic, policy, or applied research. Experience designing surveys, managing large datasets, and conducting econometric analysis. Proficiency in tools such as Stata, SPSS, or equivalent.

10th September, 2026. How to Apply

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