Analyst, Research (Investments / Investment Banking / Infrastructure) – Lagos, Nigeria

Job Description:

Our client, a leading international DFI, is currently recruiting a dynamic young professional to join their Research Department as an Analyst. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving their research initiatives, providing actionable insights to support investment decisions, and contributing to our mission of fostering sustainable development across Africa. This role is critical in establishing the grouo as a thought leader on Africa's infrastructure and industrial sectors through well-respected industry and sectoral research.

Responsibilities:

 Research Support:

• Conduct market research to track infrastructure development across the energy, commodities, telecom and other key infrastructure sectors.
• Develop and maintain databases of projects development and activities across the energy, commodities, telecom and other key infrastructure sectors.
• Support the production of high-quality research reports, including market analysis, investment trends, and sectoral studies.
• Contribute to the research and production of the AFC’s flagship publications, including the Africa’s State of Infrastructure Report.

Market Analysis:

• Conduct in-depth primary and secondary research on African markets, with a focus on power, commodities (mining & minerals), transportation, and other infrastructure.
• Analyze complex data sets to identify market trends and investment opportunities.
• Develop country and sector briefs on African markets, providing general support to the AFC’s Research Department activities

Strategic Initiatives:

• Contribute to the development and execution of the department’s strategic plans.
• Support business development efforts by providing research-based insights to inform investment strategies.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Statistics or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in market research, with demonstrated infrastructure research experience
• Proven track record of conducting and managing research projects and delivering actionable insights.
• Sector experience in either the power-energy and/or transport-logistics, natural resources or manufacturing industries.
• Interpersonal skills, with the ability to work within a fast-paced and multicultural environment.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and either French/Portuguese is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data visualization and content development.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to synthesize complex data into clear and actionable insights.
• Passion for research and a commitment to driving sustainable development in Africa.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Willing and able to relocate to Nigeria, Lagos.
• Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

If you wish to apply for the position please send your CV to Chalden Du Toit at [email protected]

Please visit www.caglobalint.com for more exciting opportunities.

Chalden Du Toit

[email protected]

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CA Finance

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