Geopolitical Researcher

Based in Abuja with regional coverage responsibilities, this researcher supports ELDR Intelligence's Africa coverage — tracking political developments, regulatory shifts, and institutional dynamics across West and Central Africa for institutional clients.

• —Track political, regulatory, and economic developments across West and Central Africa
• —Produce country intelligence briefs and political risk assessments
• —Support sovereign capital research covering government finance, budget dynamics, and policy trajectories
• —Maintain monitoring coverage of key regulatory bodies, central banks, and legislative developments
• —Contribute to ELDR Signal and ELDR Institute Africa Research Center publications

• —2–5 years in research, journalism, policy analysis, or intelligence analysis
• —Strong knowledge of Nigerian and West African political economy
• —Demonstrated analytical writing capability
• —Undergraduate degree in political science, international relations, economics, or related field

• —Existing professional networks across West African government or financial institutions
• —French language proficiency for Francophone Africa coverage
• —Prior experience at a policy institution, media organization, or development agency

• —Publication credit on ELDR Intelligence Africa coverage
• —Abuja base with regional exposure
• —Competitive compensation for local market