About Us

ICOS Consulting PLC is one of the fastest-growing consulting firms in Africa. We combine deep industry and sector knowledge with specialized expertise in development research, survey solutions, corporate strategy, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), software development, and market research. Driven by our vision to be a trusted and reputed regional leader in development and management consulting, we are strengthening our research team with outstanding, high-caliber professionals.

Job Summary

ICOS Consulting is seeking highly motivated and academically outstanding professionals to join our team as Research Analyst on a full-time basis. We are looking for individuals with strong analytical capabilities, intellectual curiosity, and a passion for research and consulting. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on diverse and challenging assignments while developing the skills and competencies required to excel in the consulting and research profession.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Economics, Development Studies, Agricultural Economics, Monitoring and Evaluation, Statistics, Demography and Population Studies, Data Science, Public Policy or with research related field of study

• A minimum of CGPA of 3.8 for Bachelor’s Degree graduates and a minimum CGPA of 3.6 for Master’s Degree graduates at both undergraduate and graduate levels from an accredited and reputable university.

Experience:

• 0 year

• Experience in the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and systems for research, analysis, and productivity enhancement is advantageous

Quantity Required: 2

Duties and Responsibilities

Research Design and Proposal Development

• Design and prepare high-quality research and consulting proposals using sound scientific and analytical approaches.

• Advise project teams on appropriate research designs, methodologies, and analytical techniques to address client objectives.

• Program survey tools on electronic survey management platforms (such as KoboToolbox, ODK, or SurveyCTO) to ensure smooth digital data collection.

• Contribute to the preparation of inception reports, data collection tools and quality assurance plans.

Fieldwork Planning and Management

• Develop fieldwork protocols, training manuals, and quality assurance procedures.

• Travel to field sites and collect data.

• Monitor fieldwork implementation and assess data quality and team performance.

• Ensure adherence to research protocols and ethical standards throughout project implementation.

Data Management and Analysis

• Prepare data analysis plans and analytical frameworks.

• Review, classify, clean, and weight raw datasets to prepare them for computational processing.

• Process large volumes of complex data to perform statistical modeling and qualitative analysis.

• Utilize advanced statistical and qualitative software to interpret results, adapting analytical methods to solve field-specific research problems.

Reporting and Knowledge Generation

• Interpret research findings and translate them into actionable insights and recommendations.

• Prepare high-quality research reports, evaluation reports, policy briefs, presentations, and other technical documents.

• Present findings to clients, partners, and stakeholders.

• Support the dissemination and utilization of research evidence.

Skills & Competencies

Technical Competencies

• Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills.

• Excellent analytical, statistical, and problem-solving abilities.

• Proficiency in statistical software packages such as SPSS, STATA, R, Python, or similar analytical tools.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Exceptional academic performance and demonstrated research potential.

Personal Attributes

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-oriented environment.

• High levels of professionalism, integrity, and initiative.

How to Apply

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Note: Applicants must upload their updated Curriculum Vitae (CV), Academic Transcripts, and other relevant credentials in PDF or MS Word format through the designated upload section within the form and must complete all sections of the online application form. Applications submitted by email will not be considered. Applicants graduating during the current academic year who meet the minimum CGPA requirements are also encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Requirements Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Economics, Development Studies, Agricultural Economics, Monitoring and Evaluation, Statistics, Demography and Population Studies, Data Science, Public Policy or with research related field of study with relevant work experience Duties and Responsibilities - Design and prepare high-quality research and consulting proposals using sound scientific and analytical approaches. - Develop fieldwork protocols, training manuals, and quality assurance procedures. - Travel to field sites and collect data. - Prepare data analysis plans and analytical frameworks. - Present findings to clients, partners, and stakeholders. How to Apply Click the apply button below Note: Applicants must have a minimum CGPA of 3.8 for Bachelor’s Degree holders, or a minimum CGPA of 3.6 for Master's Degree holders at both undergraduate and graduate studies. Candidates who are graduating in the current academic year and meet the required CGPA criteria are also encouraged to apply. Applicants must submit their credentials in PDF or MS Word format.