NRGI is inviting applications for the Africa Economic Analyst position in Ghana. This opportunity focuses on natural resource governance.
Application Deadline
- Applications reviewed on a rolling basis (apply early).
Tell Me About The Role
The Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI) is hiring an Africa Economic Analyst to join its Ghana program and contribute to regional initiatives across Africa. The role focuses on economic and policy analysis in extractives governance, energy transition, transition minerals, and revenue management.
Type
- Full‑time Employment | Economic Analyst | Ghana
Who Can Apply
Applicants must:
- Have at least 5 years’ experience as an economic analyst in international development.
- Have 2+ years’ experience in extractive industry governance in Ghana.
- Hold a Master’s degree in economics or related field.
- Possess strong quantitative analysis skills and experience with datasets, financial models, and project economics.
- Demonstrate experience working with government, civil society, and development partners.
- Be fluent in English and have excellent written/spoken French.
Benefits
- Starting salary: $34,236 USD gross per annum.
- Generous benefits: health insurance, 10% employer pension contribution, extensive leave.
- Two weeks of annual office closure.
- Opportunities for training, workshops, conferences, and regional policy engagement.
Responsibilities
- Conduct strategic economic research on extractives, energy transition, and revenue management.
- Develop/adapt economic and financial models.
- Produce policy briefs, blogs, and thought‑leadership outputs.
- Provide technical assistance and policy advice.
- Manage projects, consultants, budgets, and reporting.
- Build relationships with government, civil society, media, and private sector stakeholders.
- Represent NRGI at conferences and policy forums.
Location
- Accra, Ghana (Bussia Avenue, East Legon Residential Area, PMB KD 55).
How to Apply
- Register for an account on the NRGI careers portal.
- Submit CV and cover letter in English, outlining:
- Interest in the role.
- Alignment of experience with requirements.
- Motivation to work with NRGI.
- Applications reviewed on a rolling basis; only shortlisted candidates contacted.
