18 Economist jobs in Nigeria

About Redivivis

We keep IT equipment in use longer. Redivivis sources, refurbishes, and deploys enterprise‑grade hardware at a fraction of new‑equipment cost—now scaling in Nigeria.

What you'll do

Publish a Monthly Nigeria Outlook (FX, inflation, CBN policy, liquidity, customs/tax, sector demand).

Run a Weekly Risk Dashboard (R/A/G status for FX, payments, compliance, logistics, price movement).

Maintain a Nigeria price index for used enterprise gear (APs, PoE switches, servers, SIP phones) vs local market; set NGN price books and discount guardrails.

Lead scenario planning (base/bull/bear) and recommend actions on pricing, inventory, and financing.

Partner with Finance on cash‑flow, DSO, LC/SBLC, and FX exposure; define contingency triggers.

Convert BI & Sales inputs into ICP insights and practical GTM plays by vertical and city.

Map regulatory risk (NCC/SONCAP/NESREA/FIRS VAT) into checklists and pre‑clearance steps.

Produce deal review / bid–no‑bid memos for large opportunities and tenders.

What you bring

5–10+ years in country economics/strategy/risk in Nigeria (bank/telco/distributor/ratings/Big‑4/fintech).

PhD or ABD in Economics/Econometrics (or MSc + exceptional record).

Strong econometrics & modeling (Excel/Sheets; R/Python/STATA or Power BI/SQL a plus).

Working grasp of trade finance (LC/SBLC/guarantees), collections/DSO, FX risk.

Clear writer: complex signals → one‑page decision memos.

Bonus: ICT hardware or telco/Wi‑Fi/VoIP market exposure.

What success looks like (first 90 days)

Month 1: Baseline Nigeria Outlook + Risk Dashboard; price index v0 for core items.

Month 2: NGN price book with margin guardrails; early‑warning triggers (FX/CBN/liquidity).

Month 3: Scenario plan (base/bull/bear) tied to pricing, inventory & import/compliance playbook.

Compensation & growth

Competitive base + performance bonus; employer pension; HMO; hybrid work; rapid growth path.

Board‑track: option to become Board Observer within 12–18 months; NED path thereafter based on impact.

How to apply

Apply with your CV/LinkedIn and a 1‑page Nigeria market brief: your FX/CBN view, a quick price snapshot (AP/PoE/phone), and three risks you would track weekly. Subject: "Lead Economist — Nigeria".

Equal opportunity

We hire for talent and integrity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

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Abuja Full Time

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The UN Secretary-General launched on 1 January 2019 a bold and new global reform which repositioned the UN Development System to deliver more effectively and efficiently with the achievement of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). As part of this reform, UN Resident Coordinator Offices (UN RCO), under the leadership of an empowered and independent UN Resident Coordinator - the highest-ranking official of the UN Development System and Representative of the UN Secretary-General at country level - support countries in the achievement of their development priorities and the attainment of the SDGs. The position is located in the United Nations Resident Coordination Office (RCO) in Abuja, Nigeria and reports to the Senior Development Coordination Officer, Strategic Planning and RCO Team Leader.

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Company Description

Silverlight Research Group is a Knowledge Research firm that connects top professionals with senior industry advisors. We provide our clients, including the world's largest investment and advisory firms, with valuable insights to inform their strategic and investment decisions. Headquartered in London, we have a globally diversified operations team across EMEA, Americas, and Asia to serve our clients effectively. Our high client referral rate of 65% and engagement success rate of 97% underscore our industry-leading expertise and reliability.

Role Description

Silverlight Research Group is seeking a Market Research Analyst for a full-time, on-site role located in Abuja. The Market Research Analyst will be responsible for conducting comprehensive market analysis, gathering and interpreting large sets of data, preparing detailed reports, and presenting findings to clients. Daily tasks include identifying market trends, assessing client needs, liaising with senior industry advisors, and supporting strategic decision-making processes for clients.

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting market analysis, evaluating data, and identifying trends
• Strong analytical and research skills
• Ability to prepare detailed reports and visual presentations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with a global team
• Relevant experience in financial, consulting, or research industries is an advantage
• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Statistics, Business, or a related field

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Rest of Nigeria (Nationwide)

Confidential

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Company Description

Silverlight Research Group is a Knowledge Research firm that connects top professionals with senior industry advisors. We provide our clients, including the world's largest investment and advisory firms, with valuable insights to inform their strategic and investment decisions. Headquartered in London, we have a globally diversified operations team across EMEA, Americas, and Asia to serve our clients effectively. Our high client referral rate of 65% and engagement success rate of 97% underscore our industry-leading expertise and reliability.

Role Description

Silverlight Research Group is seeking a Market Research Analyst for a full-time, on-site role located in Abuja. The Market Research Analyst will be responsible for conducting comprehensive market analysis, gathering and interpreting large sets of data, preparing detailed reports, and presenting findings to clients. Daily tasks include identifying market trends, assessing client needs, liaising with senior industry advisors, and supporting strategic decision-making processes for clients.

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting market analysis, evaluating data, and identifying trends
• Strong analytical and research skills
• Ability to prepare detailed reports and visual presentations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with a global team
• Relevant experience in financial, consulting, or research industries is an advantage
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Account Development at NielsenIQ plays a significant role in connecting with our FMCG clients, driving continuous sales and new business development.The work is varied and exciting as you would be contributing to both clients' and NielsenIQ's growth. You would be working in collaboration with all Commercial and Customer success associates. You would learn about our regular and value-adding analytical services and be in a position to promote NIQ services to existing and new client bases. You would gain a strong understanding of our business and a large internal and client network.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meet or exceed revenue target
• Build client relationships through engagement, identifies business opportunities
• Negotiate and close business deals and maintain extensive knowledge of NielsenIQ solutions as well as current market conditions
• Maintain relationships with current clients, supporting and directly servicing part of the coming client requests
• Day-to-day execution of set team sales targets following company strategy
• Approach potential new customers, present to them, ultimately convert them into clients and grow business with them
• Prepare Client proposals, contracts, orders to invoice
• Supports maintenance of the revenue related documents, materials, tracking files
• Drive and execute sales campaigns in close collaboration with Delivery teams

Qualifications

• Higher education with a degree preferable in Economics, Marketing, Business or similar
• At least 3 years of experience ideally from FMCG, distributor, retailer or marketing and/or research agency
• Previous experience with NielsenIQ data and reports is a plus
• Easily adaptable to new business intelligence tools, such as SalesForce, Microsoft Dynamics, Salesloft and other online tools and platforms
• Good track record in previous analytical and/or sales roles
• Recommendation from the previous employer is a plus
• Very good knowledge of business English, both in writing and orally

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Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the world's leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world's population.

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At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the

About Us

We are an IT solutions company exploring the development of a next-generation payroll system. Before moving forward with requirements gathering and MVP design, we want to ensure our strategy is informed by solid market insights. We are seeking a skilled market research consultant for a one-time engagement to analyze the payroll software market, conduct a SWOT analysis, and deliver actionable recommendations for our product strategy and roadmap.

Scope of Work

The consultant will be responsible for:

1. Conducting a market landscape analysis of payroll systems (global and regional, with emphasis on Nigeria, then other African countries.

2. Assessing market size, growth potential, and key trends (automation, compliance, AI, integrations, multi-country payroll, etc.).

3. Performing a competitor benchmarking study (major players, pricing models, customer segments, strengths/weaknesses).

4. Identifying customer needs and pain points through secondary research and, if feasible, light primary research (interviews, surveys).

5. Delivering a SWOT analysis (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats) specific to our potential entry.

6. Recommending a go-to-market strategy and strategic roadmap for building an MVP that addresses identified gaps/opportunities.

Deliverables

1. A concise Market Research Report covering all findings.

2. A SWOT analysis matrix tailored to the payroll system space.

3. A recommendation deck/strategy document with insights on where we should focus our MVP and how to position it in the market.

4. A recommended roadmap (not time-based, but delivery-based)

Duration

One-off engagement (estimated 2–4 weeks, depending on research depth).

Final deliverables are due at the end of the project.

Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in market research, consulting, or strategy, preferably within SaaS, fintech, or HR/payroll solutions.

• Strong analytical skills and ability to distil large amounts of data into actionable insights.

• Excellent written and presentation skills.

• Familiarity with the Nigerian and African payroll/HR tech market. (Knowledge of the European HR/payroll market is a plus).

How to Apply

Please share:

1. Your relevant experience with market research and SaaS/HR solutions.

2. Examples of similar research/strategy projects you've delivered.

3. Your proposed approach, availability, and fee structure for this engagement.

Job Title
: Financial & HR Analysis Specialist

Location:
Fully Remote (Nigeria)

Contract Type:
Full-time

About Amdari

Amdari is dedicated to building future-ready professionals by bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world experience. We provide hands-on training, mentorship, and impactful projects that empower individuals to excel in their careers. Our programs focus on equipping talent with practical, industry-relevant skills in data, finance, HR, and technology—ensuring they are prepared to deliver value from day one in the workplace.

About the Role

We're seeking a Financial & HR Analytics Specialist who is deeply skilled in core Financial Analysis to join our team at Amdari. This role goes beyond traditional analytics—you will combine your financial expertise with data visualization to uncover insights that drive organizational decision-making and performance.

While the role includes HR analytics, we are looking for someone more inclined toward Financial Analysis, with strong capabilities in financial modeling, variance analysis, forecasting, and interpreting financial statements.

In addition to supporting the business with analytics and reporting, you'll also play a crucial role in training and guiding interns. These interns come to Amdari seeking real-world project experience to help them secure their first professional roles. As a specialist, you will design practical case studies, lead workshops, and share best practices to bridge the gap between theory and workplace application.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze financial data to deliver insights on budgeting, forecasting, cost optimization, and performance measurement.
• Develop and maintain robust financial models, dashboards, and reports using visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Excel).
• Conduct variance and trend analyses to support strategic decision-making.
• Provide guidance on HR analytics, including workforce planning, payroll trends, and productivity metrics.
• Design case studies and structured projects that mirror real business challenges for interns.
• Lead training sessions and workshops to help interns gain practical analytics experience.
• Review intern outputs for quality and provide constructive feedback and coaching.
• Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to implement data-driven recommendations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices, emerging tools, and analytics methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years' experience in Financial Analysis, with exposure to HR Analytics.
• Proven expertise in Financial Modeling, Financial Statements, and Reporting.
• Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, SQL, HRIS, and ERP systems.
• Strong experience in variance analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; ability to present findings clearly to non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, or coach others is highly desirable.
• A passion for empowering others and bridging the gap between theory and practice.

Note Before You Apply

Please read the job description carefully before applying. This position is for candidates with strong Financial Analysis expertise combined with an understanding of HR Analytics. If you lack core financial analysis experience, including financial modeling and interpreting financial statements this role may not be the right fit.