Project and Research Analyst

Key Responsibilities

• The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• S/he will have a growth mindset that will enable him or her to contribute to the development of the firm’s market positioning as leading transaction advisors to public and private sector clients.
• The successful candidate will work as part of our core programme management team working with internal and associate subject matter experts to deliver high-quality transaction advisory services to top tier public, private and development partner clients.
• S/he will be responsible for assisting with the delivery of major capital and infrastructure projects across the full project life cycle in a wide range of sectors, including agriculture, transport, energy, real estate and social infrastructure.
• This position has the potential to grow into a senior management role within the Transactions team or any of our portfolio management companies.
• You will assist the leadership team in day-to-day delivery and engagement management on specific projects, with key responsibilities as follows:

Project and Research Analyst:

• Conduct data-driven research and analysis to develop insightful content for blog posts, insight reports, and policy papers.
• Conduct market and desktop research to identify emerging infrastructure and PPP opportunities in Africa and beyond, aligned with AP3 services and strategic priorities.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify emerging trends and potential business opportunities within our target sector.
• Collaborate with team members from various departments (e.g., project management, finance) to develop and refine compelling and compliant business proposals.
• Conduct primary and secondary research using various sources, such as surveys, interviews, and literature reviews in support of project delivery.
• Contribute to proposal writing, editing, proofreading, and formatting to ensure clarity, conciseness, and persuasiveness, and adherence to client and industry requirements.
• Develop detailed work plans and timelines for the delivery of assignments.
• Assist with project management tasks as needed, such as data analysis, report preparation, and stakeholders’ communication and management.
• Conduct research and gather relevant information to support the proposal content, including technical specifications, competitor analysis, and financial projections.
• Verify data, information, key stakeholders and analyse it to suit and support the work of project and transaction teams.
• Track, forecast and report on project progress, including metrics and challenges.
• Contributing as required to the preparation of tender documents, coordination of the bid evaluation processes, and capturing lessons learned and ensuring the effectiveness of clients’ capacity building processes and approach.
• Supporting the PMU/Transactions team with any additional work required.

Business Development:

• Assess, originate, and resource opportunities that fit with the company’s existing and emerging capabilities, drawing on the competencies of its expert network.
• Build and maintain relationships with existing and potential clients, associates and partner organisations, financial institutions, multilateral partners, and government officials.
• Assist with organizing and scheduling capacity-building workshops and events that engage senior decision-makers across the public, private and multilateral sectors, and showcase our capabilities and expert network (e.g. PPP Masterclass).
• Assist with establishing office procedures, tools, templates, and bid-winning capabilities (incl. Expert database, contract, and contact management; EOI, RFQ, RFP templates; project management and governance processes).
• Assist in the preparation of proposals, EOIs, RFPs and other tender documents, including competitive challenges for Unsolicited Proposals.
• Contribute as required to the overall development of the company. Support the formulation of business strategies, risk management & controls through reviewing risk registers & mitigation strategies, and other related activities.

Thought leadership:

• Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and market dynamics affecting PPP and infrastructure financing in Africa.
• Conduct studies related to projects and special topics relevant to the industry.
• Produce blogs, insight reports and other publications that showcase the expertise of the team.
• Mobilize expert resources from personal networks and our expert database to support the delivery of internal and external projects.
• Provide technical support to assigned projects and business development initiatives.
• Model our values in every engagement with the team, existing and potential clients, and the general public.
• Maintain a problem-solving disposition and results mindset in all your dealings internally and externally.

Skills, Qualifications & Competencies

• Minimum Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, Public Policy, Environmental Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• A Master's Degree in any of the above will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in project management, research, and analysis, with a focus on infrastructure or climate finance.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting feasibility studies, market research, and financial analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Experience working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in Africa, particularly West Africa, is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.
• Experience drafting business plans and feasibility studies.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Highly numerate, with exceptional oral and written communication skills, with demonstrable quantitative and qualitative data analysis skills, and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Internet tools.
• Excellent writing, presentation and analytics skills in a range of formats (briefings, reports, summaries, etc.) and to a range of audiences.
• Proven capabilities to work effectively and constructively with diverse, inter-cultural, interdisciplinary and high-impact teams across multiple locations and time zones.
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• The right approach and experience to manage client relationships and really support our ambition of being a world-class professional services firm.
• Self-starter who drives individual projects and takes ownership of outcomes. 
• Willing to travel locally and internationally.

Salary
N200,000 - N300,000 monthly.

Application Closing Date
2nd October, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: using the job title as the subject of the mail.

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