Analyst, SSA Strategic Insights Contractor

1 month, 2 weeks ago
Contract
Junior
Data Science and Analytics
FiscalNote

FiscalNote

FiscalNote is the leading provider of global policy and market intelligence, empowering organizations with AI-driven insights to navigate complex governmental landscapes.

Diversified Financial Services
251-1K
Founded 2013

Description

  • Conduct primary and secondary research on macroeconomic, political, regulatory, and business developments in Sub-Saharan Africa.
  • Analyze the implications of regional developments for multinational companies and their business plans.
  • Support the creation of analysis and presentations for senior executives.
  • Write concise, impactful research deliverables tailored to a senior executive audience.
  • Collaborate with the SSA Strategic Insights team and commercial team on client-facing work.
  • Help monitor developments across the SSA region and contribute to ongoing market research coverage.
  • Adapt quickly to unfamiliar topics and changing commercial priorities.
  • Support client relationships and FrontierView’s growth strategy through research and analysis.

Requirements

  • 1–2 years of work experience in a research contractor or similar analytical role.
  • Bachelor’s degree, preferably a Master’s, from a top-tier academic institution in a relevant field, ideally Economics.
  • Strong economics knowledge with the ability to apply macroeconomic principles to real-world country developments.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of key Sub-Saharan African markets and the region’s current socio-political and economic environment.
  • Research experience in an academic or professional setting, including hypothesis-testing, structuring complex research projects, primary and secondary research, and survey-building.
  • Exceptional English communication skills with the ability to distill complex, technical topics for non-specialists.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel.
  • Familiarity with quantitative economic analysis.
  • Ability to cover a variety of topics and work on unfamiliar issues quickly.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a team-oriented mindset.

Benefits

  • Remote work location.
  • Short-term initial contract with potential for extension.
  • Exposure to C-suite executives and senior corporate decision-making.
  • Opportunity to learn from a stimulating and collaborative team environment.
  • Constructive feedback and coaching to support skill development.
  • Access to research and analytical development based on areas of interest.
  • Competitive salaries.
  • Retirement accounts and equity packages.

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