Researcher at Lagos

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly organised and analytical Researcher to support research and project delivery tasks across multiple engagements. The ideal candidate will have strong research, writing, and organisational skills, with the ability to synthesise complex information into clear, usable outputs.

Key Responsibilities

You will support project delivery through:

• Conducting desk research on AI accountability and related topics

• Finding credible sources and synthesising evidence into clear summaries, briefings, and key takeaways

• Drafting, editing, and formatting project documents (reports, briefings, slide notes, stakeholder summaries, research write-ups)

• Supporting surveys and qualitative research, including:

  • Question design and testing for clarity and accessibility

  • Coding open-text responses into themes

  • Summarising findings and insights

• Performing light quantitative work such as:

  • Basic data cleaning

  • Simple analysis

  • Creating charts and figures

  • Interpreting descriptive results

• Supporting email drafting and professional correspondence

• Assisting with FOI (Freedom of Information) requests, including:

  • Researching what to request

  • Drafting FOI wording

  • Tracking requests and responses

  • Extracting insights from received data

• Maintaining organised documentation systems, including:

  • Evidence libraries

  • Naming conventions

  • Trackers and version control

  • “What we know / what we need” notes

• Drafting outreach materials such as short emails, stakeholder notes, follow-ups, and explainer copy as instructed

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably in a STEM field)

• Strong research, analytical, and writing skills

• Excellent attention to detail and organisation

• Ability to summarise complex information clearly and accurately

• Basic quantitative and data-handling skills

• Strong communication and professional email-writing ability

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a hybrid work environment

How to Apply

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