How you will make an impact

As an Analyst at Instiglio, you will gain expertise by contributing to the development of RBF instruments while playing a crucial role in execution of projects. You will have an opportunity to engage with a fast-paced results-oriented environment, experience first-hand the fundamentals of a growing global business, and, in addition, contribute to the momentum of the results movement in international development. You will work directly with a team composed of a project lead, project manager(s), senior associates, and/or associates to deliver high-quality services.

Some of your tasks will include:

• Contributing to the execution of change management plans for clients and stakeholders across sectors, and in the creation of proposals for clients, using clear communication.
• Conducting literature reviews and synthesis of the findings.
• Executing qualitative and quantitative data analysis.
• Describing and interpreting graphs, analyzing data and applying statistical concepts (e.g. mean, SD, regressions) to draw actionable insights/hypotheses.
• Supporting the team in preparing deliverables and high-quality presentations for clients.
• Analyzing and understanding all the dimensions of RBF including economic and complex technical concepts.
• Contributing to the development and improvement of our RBF and Performance Management services.

Who you are

We are growing a team of resourceful go-getters that are driven by our mission, curious about the world, and dedicated to a life of learning. An ideal candidate will have:

• Experience:
  • At least 1 year of relevant work experience in international development, strategy/management consulting, and/or in the public sector advisory. Experience in data analysis and research is also preferred.
• Education:
  • Bachelors in Economics, Statistics, Social Sciences, Business, Management, Engineering, or related areas. Masters in similar topics is an added advantage, but is not required.
• Language skills:
  
  • Professional working proficiency in French is an added advantage for local candidates, and is a mandatory requirement for international applicants.
• Skills:
  • Highly analytical with excellent numerical accuracy.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications (Excel, Powerpoint and Word) or Google Workspace (Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms, etc.).
  • Working proficiency of the most common analytical principals (e.g. MECE) to give structure to the analysis.
  • Ability to synthesize technical information into simple concepts and analyze information critically.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • High organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • A team player attitude and enthusiasm for relational work with clients.
  • Passion for international development.

How you will grow with us

Joining Instiglio as an Analyst will enable you to accelerate your career in international development, consulting and public service, playing a critical role in shaping and delivering impactful projects with leading development actors. Analysts at Instiglio develop a variety of skills and support projects, with the guidance of more experienced senior staff. Instiglio has a strong feedback culture, with all staff receiving bi-annual formal, structured reviews, in addition to real-time feedback.

Additionally, a mentorship system and development plans are in place to ensure that staff receive proper support in their professional development. Analysts also benefit from various knowledge exchange sessions (brown bags) where teams from other countries share their experiences from ongoing and/or completed engagements.

Working model and benefits

The selected candidate(s) will be based in our Nairobi office and the opportunity is open to both local and international candidates, with the latter only being considered if they can demonstrate professional proficiency in French. Instiglio has adopted a hybrid working model i.e., a minimum of two (2) days a week at the office for face-to-face connections. Instiglio offers generous benefits, which include personal days, remote work days, travel and health insurance, a company holiday additional to vacation, and parental leave, among others.

Interested? Join our team!

Submit your application by attaching an English version of your CV and cover letter. In your cover letter answer the following questions: (1) Why are you a good fit for this role? (2) What is your motivation to apply to Instiglio? (3) If you are an international candidate, how do you meet our French language requirement? We will review applications on a rolling-basis. Only candidates selected for further assessment will be contacted.