Vacancy at British Council | Director Research Nigeria

Region:                  Sub Saharan Africa

Country:                 Nigeria

Location:               Abuja

Closing date:         15^th January 2016

Vacancy Description

British Council Nigeria is recruiting a Director of Research. We are looking for a professional capable of growing our research team, building our research portfolio and growing our expertise and reputation for being thought leaders.

The post holder will:

• Lead on the delivery of high profile research in support of British Council Nigeria’s country strategy, programme delivery and external role and profile. 
• Support delivery of high impact programmes through strengthening internal monitoring, evaluation and learning  
• Lead our strategy for supporting the capacity and growth of Nigeria’s early career researchers   and increase access to and appreciation for Nigerian research in the international development and education research communities  
• Deliver market research for business growth  
• Secure research funding  
• Represent the British Council externally, positioning the British Council as a thought leader in our three strategic business areas (SBUs); Arts, English, Education and Society.

Refer to role profile on the website, for further information on role accountabilities

Applicants must have:

• A Phd (Research) in a field relevant to British Council
• Track record of producing high quality research publications and managing research teams
• Track record of securing funding for undertaking research projects
• Experience of working with partner or client funds.

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