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Senior Researchers at Athena


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About Athena
Athena connects entrepreneurs, professionals, and executives around the world with best-in-class Philippines-based executive assistants (EAs). With a mission to make a profound impact, we go beyond the basic calendar management and task assignments to create more time, leverage, and output through the art of delegation. We build 1:1 long-term partnerships so both our clients and our incredible staff can achieve their biggest professional and personal goals.
Tittle: Senior Researchers
Location: Abuja FCT
Role Summary
Senior Researchers are responsible for day-to-day research production, drafting publications, supervising junior staff, and ensuring analytical depth across institute outputs.
This role is a leadership track position, with progression potential to Institute Director.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead drafting of Athena Perspectives, Monthly Pulse sections, and Governance Insights
- Conduct policy research, comparative analysis, and background studies.
- Supervise Research Assistant and NYSC Research Assistants.
- Work closely with the Publications Desk to meet editorial standards and deadlines.
- Support Institute Directors in briefings, presentations, and special projects
Profile & Qualifications
- Master’s degree in a relevant field (PhD an advantage)
- 5–10 years’ experience in policy research, academia, or applied analysis.
- Strong evidence of policy writing and analytical work.
- Ability to work independently and deliver to tight deadlines.
- Strong mentoring mindset and attention to detail.
Application Dealine 27 February 2026
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Interested candidates should submit: CV, Cover Letter, and Links or samples of relevant publications to [email protected]








