Overview

The Institute for Economic Justice is seeking a Researcher or Senior Researcher to join its Global Economic Governance (GEG) programme, focusing on high-level research, policy development, and advocacy to advance economic justice.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and produce high-quality, policy-relevant research outputs.
Coordinate research activities across internal teams.
Commission and oversee external research consultants.
Translate complex analysis into accessible policy briefs, reports, and summary documents.
Support and implement advocacy strategies with government institutions and civil society organisations.
Develop policy proposals informed by research findings.
Engage with media platforms, including radio and television.
Produce and oversee advocacy materials.
Contribute to the overall direction of the GEG programme.
Participate in high-level policy forums and debates.
Mentor junior researchers and team members.
Support project planning, implementation, and reporting.
Assist in drafting donor proposals and reports.

Requirements

PhD (for Senior Researcher) or Master’s degree (for Researcher) in Economics, Development Studies, Finance, Public Administration, Sociology, or related fields.
Strong research background in international financial issues: sovereign debt, international tax, financial institutions, and payment systems.
Proven ability to produce policy-relevant research.
Experience in policy development, advocacy, and public policy engagement.
Familiarity with national, regional, or global policy processes.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and statistical software (e.g., Stata or R).
Strong communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Excellent writing and analytical skills.

Benefits

Contract Duration: 3 years (renewable based on funding).
Working Hours: Full-time.
Salary Range: Senior Researcher: R916,321 – R1,145,401; Researcher: R687,241 – R859,051.
Flexibility for remote work, with travel requirements depending on project needs.

Location

Global

How to Apply

Submit applications through the official IEJ application platform. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.