Job Description
Job location: Any of our African Markets. About the role: We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate to support the VP for Public Policy & Government Relations. This role will play a critical part in advancing our engagement on energy access, electrification, and broader economic development policy across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The ideal candidate will have interest in energy policy, trade and industrialization policy, and economic development, with the ability to conduct rapid and rigorous research and present insights in compelling ways. What you will be expected to do Conduct qualitative and quantitative research to support policy review, advocacy, and strategy development. Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets (household surveys, energy access data, trade and investment data, etc.) to generate insights. Apply geospatial analysis and GIS tools to assess market opportunities, customer distribution, infrastructure gaps, and policy impacts. Develop clear, concise briefs, reports, presentations, and visualizations to communicate findings to senior Management, policymakers, and external stakeholders. Track global and regional policy developments in energy, trade, industrialization, and sustainable development, providing timely updates and recommendations. Support preparation for high-level meetings with governments, MDBs/DFIs, and development partners through background research and talking points. Contribute to the development of evidence-based policy positions and thought leadership pieces. Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams (data, operations, communications) to integrate insights into strategy and delivery. You might be a strong candidate if you have/are Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in economics, public policy, development studies, or related field. 2–4 years’ experience in research, policy analysis, consulting, or related role. Strong foundation in both qualitative and quantitative research methods. Proficiency in data analy
