About the Role
Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a research and policy nonprofit that discovers and promotes effective solutions to global poverty problems. We are currently seeking a dynamic Embedded Lab Manager based in Abuja, Nigeria, with up to 10% travel. In this pivotal role, you will work closely with government institutions and sector stakeholders to strengthen their capacity to generate, interpret, and use data to improve critical policies and programs.
Key Responsibilities- Collaborate with partner teams to manage shared work plans, financial oversight, progress tracking, and strategic stakeholder engagement.
- Lead the co-creation of policy-driven research agendas, oversee end-to-end research projects, and leverage large-scale administrative datasets.
- Provide technical leadership in data engineering, cleaning, integration, and statistical analysis using tools such as Stata, R, Python, and Power BI.
- Design and deliver capacity-building workshops and develop interactive data dashboards that translate complex research into actionable insights for decision-makers.
- Produce user-friendly policy briefs and represent IPA at high-level policy summits, conferences, and technical working groups.
- Engage with government leadership to explore sustainable opportunities for institutionalizing the embedded lab.
- Master’s degree in economics, public policy, public administration, international relations, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience analyzing and communicating complex research results, including at least 1 year working with government or large NGOs in low- or middle-income countries.
- Strong quantitative skills with demonstrated expertise in data management, statistical analysis, and MEL systems.
- Familiarity with Nigerian policy-making processes, government structures, and the use of rigorous evidence in international development.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with proven ability to manage staff and multi-stakeholder projects under tight deadlines.
- Professional working proficiency in English; experience in agriculture, education, financial inclusion, or social protection is a plus.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Opportunity to influence national policy and contribute directly to poverty reduction in Nigeria.
- Collaborative, mission-driven work environment with global professional development opportunities.