The Extractive Services Unit of ACET supports African governments manage their oil, gas, and minerals resources.

The Research Associate reports to the Director of Extractives and shall be part of the ACET team undertaking research and advisory services to help African governments manage the complex world of natural resource development.

Duties & Responsibilities

•   Identifying and designing relevant case studies to support the extractives advisory services work.
•   Maintaining a database of up-to-date policy, legal instruments covering the range of extractive sector governance.
•   Keeping abreast of global and regional trends in resource governance.
•   Performing any related tasks as assigned by the Director of ERS.

Person Specification

Essential

•   Broad knowledge in Natural Resources, particularly in the areas of mining, oil and gas, and environmental sustainability.
•   Strong and analytical background on issues relating to the governance of the extractive sector.
•   Experience in and familiarity with fiscal regimes, natural resources contracting, legislation and regulatory issues.
•   Must be a team player and able to work independently and flexibly.
•   Must be capable of representing ACET and making presentations in regional and continental forums.
•   Good writing and communication skills.

Desirable

Ability to speak, read, and write French is highly desirable.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Master’s degree in Economics, Natural Resource Governance, Law, or any closely related area.
•   Contract length and terms:  Two (2) Years

Salary:  Competitive; with additional benefits such as relocation allowance.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please apply by submitting your CV and a covering letter to:-

recruitment@acetforafrica.org

Closing Date: 30 November, 2014

Interviews will be held in December 2014 and anticipated start date is 5 January 2015.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications received for each role, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.