Application deadline: March 21, 2025, at 2:00 (14:00) GMT+1

Please note that we will not be able to accept applications after the deadline. Please do not leave your application to the last minute, this may cause technical problems.

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If you face any problems regarding your application you can contact our recruitment team at opportunites@acasus.com.

Projects & Project locations

It's important to be aware that the project location may differ from your place of residence, so you need to be flexible in this regard.

If selected, we would like to provide you with the best developmental path while meeting the needs of our projects. To support this, we are going to set up an onboarding session in your first week where you will receive basic information and training to get started. The project and the project locations are finalised after this week. Please note that you can be placed in any region within Nigeria.

Expected timeline

Please note that dates in this plan may change due to unforeseeable circumstances - should this happen, we will be in touch with the most recent updates.

5 March - 21 March 2025: application period.
End of March/beginning of April 2025: You will receive feedback on the outcome of your application.
April - May 2025: 4 interviews on a weekly basis
Final decisions and offers will be sent around the end of May, with plans to start contracts between June and August, depending on project needs.

Interviews

The recruitment process will consist of three case study interviews and one general interview. Our plan is to conduct all the interviews online, although there may be some exceptions.

About Acasus:

Acasus helps governments help people.

We are a consultancy delivering transformational reforms in health and education. Having built a reputation in dynamic, and often challenging, countries and contexts, we believe in making brave change.

Acasus undertakes high-profile projects in an expanding group of countries, including Pakistan, Chad, the DRC, Mozambique, Somalia, Afghanistan, Ethiopia, and Nigeria.
From increasing vaccine delivery, to providing greater education access for children, our consultants are helping millions of people access better services around the world.
Join us if you want the opportunity to do the same.

How will you make an impact?

As an Associate, you will use data to support the government in improving healthcare outcomes for citizens in Nigeria. Previous experience in the public sector is advantageous.

Tasks and responsibilities:

Plan, execute and capture insights from the field.
Use data and other information for analysis and decision-making purposes.
Plan and develop strategies to improve the lives of citizens.
Design and implement new systems, and improve existing ones to improve project outcomes.
Identify and understand issues; break down problems and identify root causes.
Give recommendations constructing multiple scenarios and advise where necessary.
Develop excellent relationships and work with senior government officials and international partners.
Assess international evidence and learn lessons about pragmatic solutions.

What we look for:

Fresh graduates with internship experience or professionals with 1-3 years of work experience, preferably in management and strategy consulting;
Previous work (internship) experience in the development sector or consulting;
Experience at top-tier consultancies is an advantage;
Extracurricular activities in leadership roles or researches done in health and education is an advantage;
Attaining a university degree by the summer of 2025 is a prerequisite, with an outstanding academic record being an advantage;
Excellent English;
Strong analytical skills;
Strong drive and motivation; interest in social issues and public sector development;
Good communication skills;
Outstanding problem solving skills; highly developed interpersonal skills;
Willingness to travel on a weekly basis including visits to remote locations;
Legal right to work in Nigeria (citizen, resident, or work permit holder).

What's in it for you?

The opportunity to drive a truly impactful set of reforms that will improve health outcomes for entire generations.
The chance to work with influential leaders in government and among international partners.
High degrees of responsibility and autonomy.
A strong focus on development, with regular coaching and feedback.
Opportunities to rise in seniority, enabling you to have a greater impact on citizens.
Open up a wide array of career opportunities through the skills, knowledge and experience you develop.
Be part of a diverse international team, with 29 nationalities working across 18 countries.
You will be joining an organisation committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Attend international conferences at least twice a year, where you can connect with colleagues from around the world.
Enjoy working alongside people who are like-minded in their passion for helping others.
Competitive compensation.
A year-end bonus based on individual performance.
Health insurance.

Our team is diverse in nationality, gender, race, religion, ethnicity, class, age, education and sexuality. Consequently, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.

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