Are analytical thinkers and fast learners with an excellent academic record
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy the flexible nature of the job
Pro-active and hands-on, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
Ability to contribute to a culture of mutual mentorship and take initiative to drive excellence
Experience: At least 3+ years of substantive professional experience in early years (or related field) consulting, research, government, or international development. Demonstrated ability to own analytical workstreams independently.
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Education: An outstanding degree (top 10% of cohort) in Education, Early Childhood Development, Development Studies, Public Policy, Economics, Statistics, or a related field. A Master's degree or PhD is strongly preferred.
Technical skills: Strong proficiency in Excel and possibly at least one of Stata, R, or Python for quantitative analysis, with the ability to run and interpret analyses without close supervision. Experience with relevant datasets (learning assessments, EMIS, DHS, MICS household surveys, administrative data) is highly valued.
Consulting craft: Prior experience in strategy, economics, or development consulting - with demonstrated ability to structure problems, develop hypotheses, and produce high-quality, client-ready outputs under pressure.
Project management: Ideally, prior experience in managing projects or workstreams, including overseeing budgets, workplans, and teams.
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication in English, with the ability to present complex findings to non-technical audiences, including ministers, donors, and senior officials. Fluency in French, Arabic, or Portuguese would be a valued asset.
AI literacy: Demonstrated ability to use AI tools effectively and responsibly to enhance analytical and written work.
Demonstrate clear intellectual excellence - in the top 10% of their peer group, evident in their academic record, professional track record, or both
Are from and based in Africa or India, with deep roots in the Young World and a genuine commitment to its development
Have the versatility to work across countries, methods, and Early Years sub-sectors, and the drive to develop depth
Go plus ultra - always pushing beyond the expected to deliver something exceptional
Embody siyakhana - investing in the growth of their colleagues and the team as a whole
Are Glass Box thinkers - intellectual honesty, transparency, and rigour in everything they produce
Show signs of leadership - the ability to bring others along, navigate ambiguity, and take initiative without needing to be asked
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