AFRICAN INSTITUTE FOR APPLIED ECONOMICS (AIAE) VACANCIES, WEDNESDAY 29, FEBRUARY 2012

54, Nza Street, Independence  Layout, P.O Box 2147, Enugu, Nigeria
Phone: 234-042-256644, 234-042-300096, 234-070-62093690, 234-080-5773 6033;
Fax: 234-042-256035 Email: info@aiaenigeria.org; website: www.aiaenigeria.org

VACANCY FOR RESEARCH PROGRAMME DIRECTORS
African Institute for Applied Economics (AIAE) is one of Africa’s leading independent economic research institutions and policy think tanks with offices in Enugu and Abuja. Established in 2000, the Institute seeks to promote evidence-based policy making in Africa through applied economic research, policy facilitation, capacity building and networking. www.nigerianbestforum.com

We requires suitable individuals to take up the position of Research Porgamme Directors for a renewable term of three years beginning from June 2012.

The Research Programme Director of the broad thematic areas:
Macroeconomic analysis, public finance and trade
Poverty, labour and agricultural-rural economy.

With roles and responsibilities as follows:
Initiate and coordinate the development of fundable research proposals
Collect and analyze research data
Write research reports, scientific papers and policy briefs
Organize and implement research programmes.
Supervise research activities and research networks

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum of PhD Degree in Economics or related disciplines and post-qualification research experience of upto 5 years. www.nigerianbestforum.com

CAPAICITIES AND QUALITIES:
The candidates for Research Programme  Directors should have:
Ability to conduct high-quality research independently
Good quantitative and analytical skills
Considerable record of research and technical reports and publications
Excellent report writing, communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to create and sustain research partnership and networks

Terms and condition of service are competitive and negotiable

TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit applications by email to Executivedirector@rocketmail.com as follows: A letter of application stating the motivation for applying and major strengths and detailed CV indicating the names and contact address/phone numbers of three possible referees.

Deadline for receipt applications is 14th March, 2013.

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