Head, Data, Planning and Analytics

Company Description

The development agenda of western Nigerian (DAWN) commission is a development coordination and management institution, set up as a strategic and action-oriented response to the desire and determination of the south western states of Nigeria to create regional competitive advantage. The DAWN commission is focused on fostering inclusive and aggressive economic growth that leverages the socio-economic potential of the southwest region comprising Lagos, Oyo, Ogun, Osun Ekiti and Ondo.
The DAWN commission is the strategic driver that has been set up to orchestrate and foster regional cooperation and integrity as a catalyst for achieving sustainable and accelerated development of Western Nigeria.
In order to successfully design, develop, deploy and execute the Development Agenda for western Nigeria, the commission is seeking to hire world class talent and professionals with the competence and capacity to make the goals and strategic objectives of the DAWN to become a reality through the following vacant roles: Qualified and interested applicants should login to http://jobs.wfmcenter.com/dawn

Plans, supervises and coordinates a comprehensive regional development data, research and statistical capability involving the gathering of data, preparation of reports and analysis of information useful for planning and decision making.
Designs action programs oriented towards defined problems areas: analyzes the results of the implemented programs using systems methods and makes adjustments accordingly.
Performs research on and evaluates existing developmental programs and provide recommendations on the continuation or modification of such programs.
Crates and maintains liaisons an do others that are important to the conduct of the planning and analysis.

Minimum of first degree with at least 8 years of research, data gathering and planning experience.
Prior experience in a similar function with an international organization involved with developmental initiatives.
Working knowledge of statistical analytical techniques and tools.
Excellent problems solving, quantitative and analytical skills
Project management skills
Strong analytical skills with attention to details.
Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.