Jobs at Genesis Analytics

ROLE DESCRIPTION 

Education Economist

• We are seeking a technically strong and delivery-oriented Education Economist to join the Education Team within the Human Development practice. The successful candidate will lead and contribute to analytical and advisory projects across foundational and basic education, and higher education.
• This is a consulting role – focused on applying rigorous  analysis to real-world education policy and system challenges. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of the education sector, analytical acumen, combined with commercial awareness. We are looking for someone who is a self-starter and can work independently from day one in a highly dynamic setting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Delivery and Technical Leadership

• Contribute and progressively lead the design and delivery of education projects, ensuring methodological rigour and policy relevance.
• Translate quantitative and qualitative findings into clear, policy-relevant recommendations and deliverables.
• Progressively, supervise, and mentor junior analysts and associates, fostering internal capacity for high-quality analytics.

Consulting and Client Engagement

• Engage directly with ministries, development partners, and private sector actors to co-create solutions to education system challenges.
• Communicate insights and recommendations effectively through presentations, reports, and workshops.
• Manage or co-manage project workstreams, ensuring timely, high-quality delivery and client satisfaction.

Thought Leadership and Business Development

• Support and lead business development, including proposal design, methodological framing, and client engagement.
• Contribute to the team’s intellectual leadership on education financing, efficiency, and system reform.
• Collaborate across Genesis’ Human Development practice.

REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s (or PhD) in Economics, Development Studies, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience working in the education sector.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to translate technical findings into actionable policy advice.
• A proven entrepreneurial and self-starter mindset.
• Prior consulting-style experience is a plus, or experience in a setting focused on the ability to manage tasks and deliver high-quality outputs under tight timelines.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Prior experience in prestigious international development programs such as the Overseas Development Institute (ODI) Fellowship, the World Bank (WB) Young Professionals Program, the African Development Bank (AfDB) Young Professionals Program, or similar highly selective programs, are desirable.

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• We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Bilingual PFM Consultants to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of development economics and public finance management (PFM), coupled with proven experience working with African governments or major donor organizations. This role requires fluency in both French and English and a minimum of five years of relevant professional experience.   

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Economic Analysis and Reporting: Conduct rigorous economic research and quantitative analysis on macro-economic trends, public finance issues, and development challenges, particularly within African contexts. Prepare high-quality, policy-relevant reports, briefs, and presentations in both French and English.
• Public Finance Management (PFM): Provide expert technical assistance and advice to African government counterparts or donor partners on PFM reforms, including budgeting, expenditure management, revenue generation, fiscal decentralization and innovative financing.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate effectively with senior government officials, donor representatives (e.g., World Bank, African Development Bank, EU), civil society organizations, and other stakeholders. Represent the organization in high-level meetings and technical working groups.
• Program Development and Evaluation: Contribute to the design, implementation, and evaluation of development projects and technical assistance programs focused on economic governance and sustainable development.
• Capacity Building: Design and facilitate training packages of government and donor staff in budgeting and related matters
• Bidding Capacities: Prepare excellent and competitive technical and financial proposals for opportunities in relevant areas of interventions as well as proactively contact organizations to co-design technical assistance
• Service Line development: Co-develop the structure, team and project pipeline of the service line

REQUIREMENTS

Genesis consultants carry a balanced combination of powerful intellect, strong technical skills, and a consulting character to match.

Successful candidates for roles at Genesis:

• Are passionate, self-motivated problem-solvers
• Value integrity and exhibit ethical behaviour
• Are analytical thinkers and fast learners with an excellent academic record
• While English is the official business language used globally at Genesis, business-level fluency in French is also required for this role

The successful candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy the flexible nature of the job, and like to hit the ground running. You are pro-active and hands-on, with the ability to not only work effectively as part of a team, but also to motivate the team and ensure they can excel. 

 You are likely to have:

• A Master’s degree (or higher) in Economics, Development Economics, Public Finance, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in applied economics, public finance, development work, or a related area. This must include.
• Proven professional experience working directly with or advising African governments (at the national or sub- national level) or working for major international development/donor organizations with a focus on Africa.
• Demonstrated understanding of at least one Human Development sector (e.g., health, education, social protection) and the associated economic/fiscal challenges.
• Professional working fluency (written and spoken) in both French and English is mandatory.
• Strong analytical writing skills with the ability to produce high-quality, clear, and impactful documents in both languages. Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability and experience in designing and delivering training/mentoring for government officials or technical staff.
• Advanced quantitative and qualitative research skills. Proficiency in statistical and econometric software (e.g., Stata, EViews, R) and experience in developing and applying economic models.
• Strong knowledge of PFM systems, frameworks, and reform processes.

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES:

• African Residency: Currently residing in Africa is highly preferred.
• Program Experience: Prior experience in prestigious international development programs such as the Overseas Development Institute (ODI) Fellowship, the World Bank (WB) Young Professionals Program, the African Development Bank (AfDB) Young Professionals Program, or similar highly selective programs.
• Experience in Fragile and Conflict-Affected States (FCAS).
• Familiarity with results-based management and aid effectiveness principles.