PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) is currently recruiting for the UK's Department for International Development (DFID), and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. The following positions are currently sought for:
Position: Senior Associate
Ref: S03
The role ensures that information on the Nigerian financial sector is relevant and useful in designing products that expand the financial services sector in Nigeria.
Key Accountabilities:
• Conducts desk reviews, literature reviews produce relevant reports
• Assists in the design of methodologies for qualitative and quantitative research conducted
• Monitors progress of projects against agreed timelines and milestones
• Provides relationship management support with research partners and consultants
• Ensures data integrity for all surveys/scoping studies conducted
• Assists in disseminating research findings.
Skills and Competencies:
• Experience in statistical modeling and analysis is essential.
• Must be competent in report writing and project management.
• In addition, the individual must possess excellent communication and presentation skills and a natural inclination for creativity and original thinking.
• Proficient in the use of relevant computer applications (MS Office, SPSS, State, etc).
Educational and Experience:
• Applicant should have Post Graduate degree in Statistics, Economics, International Development or related field
• Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience of which 2 years must have been in conducting research
• Familiarity with Microfinance and access to finance.
Method of Application:
If you meet the requirements above, please forward your cover letter and resume electronically to clientrecruit@ng.pwc.com, quoting the relevant reference code for the position applied for at the top right-hand corner. In addition, the subject of your email should be the reference code and job role.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline: 23rd June, 2011.