About the Position
The Analyst will report to the head of SSA and will be responsible for supporting the team’s monitoring of economic, political, and regulatory developments in the SSA region. This position is remote, with a short term initial contract subject to extension. It is a research contractor role, requiring 1–2 years of work experience.
About the Frontierview Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) Team
The contractor will be part of FrontierView's SSA Strategic Insights (SI) team. The SSA SI team produces all syndicated content for FrontierView's client base in the region. The team combines regional knowledge, macroeconomic and political insights, and business acumen to provide impactful analysis, forecasts, and executional advice for a senior executive audience. They work in close collaboration with the commercial team in supporting FrontierView's growth strategy and ongoing client relationships.
About You
Qualified individuals with a passion for informing the decisions of senior corporate executives are strongly encouraged to apply. This is a unique position that ties together macroeconomic, political, and business analysis directly into corporate plans and actions for the world’s largest multinationals. The contractor will have exposure to engagement with C-suite level executives, giving them a look into the decision-making processes of the world’s largest businesses.
Candidates should bring strong macroeconomic fundamentals and a solid understanding of how local dynamics, policy, politics, and other factors can interact with economic dynamics to shape the business environment. They should bring exceptionally strong communication skills, flexibility to adapt to commercial needs, and the ability to get up to speed quickly on unfamiliar topics.
To further the contractor’s development, we will:
-Offer exposure to different facets of market research
-Provide a stimulating and collaborative work environment
-Develop research and analytical skills based on areas of interest
-Provide opportunities to listen in on discussions with senior executives, to see how firms utilize macroeconomic analysis in their business planning
-Provide constructive feedback and coaching to ensure skill development