Africa Researcher

ABOUT US

Red Sea Executive Search is a dynamic and diverse, international executive search consultancy. We work with some of the world’s leading INGOs and philanthropic organisations to find exceptional senior management and executive leaders for global change.

We strive to bring new leadership to our sector, with the right skills and qualities to represent our clients and help shape future organisations

Since launching as an independent firm in 2018 we have grown steadily to a team of around 10 with consultants based in the US, UK, Spain and Kenya and operations support in South Africa

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a researcher to join our team in Africa.

• Do you have a demonstrable passion for and experience working within the international development/not-for-profit sector?
• Are you interested in working flexibly within a global team?
• Are you a critical thinker, analytical and able to solve problems creatively?
• Are you able to engage and build positive relationships with others?

A researcher role brings together intellectual and analytical skills needed to interpret complex briefs, research skills to identify outstanding candidates and interpersonal skills to engage senior leaders on behalf of our clients.

OUR VALUES

• Global and Local
• Equal and Diverse
• Thoughtful and Analytical
• Innovative and Creative
• Passionate and Knowledgeable
• Ownership and Accountability
• Partnership and Collaboration
• Honesty and Integrity

OUR OFFER

Location: For this opportunity, we are looking for someone from the African continent. Whilst it would be ideal if you are co-located with colleagues in either Kenya (Nairobi) or South Africa, we welcome applications from across the continent.

Contract/Remuneration: You would join us as an Associate, remunerated on a per project basis. 

Helping you to grow: You will work alongside other researchers and be accountable to an experienced consultant where you will be exposed to the full scope of an executive search process. There is opportunity to contribute to the life of the company and grow your knowledge and skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research on multiple projects for candidates for search assignments. These may be in Europe, Africa, Asia or the Americas.
• Take briefs from consultants and/ or clients regarding search projects, and write criteria and reports.
• Build lists of potential candidates with the help of the Lead Consultant.
• Build networks with candidates and clients within the International Development sector.
• Build knowledge on the International Development sector.
• Screen candidates and assess suitability for roles (by video).
• Approach candidates on agreed research lists by email and social media.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

Candidates must have proficient, demonstrable knowledge of the following areas:

• Recruitment or research (ideally including candidate research and assessment)
• The International Development or Not for Profit sector(s). We will also consider new graduates with International Relations, International Development or Public Health degrees who have proven research skills
• Project management.
• Working knowledge of Excel, MS Word and Powerpoint
• Understanding of the African continental development context

Candidates must demonstrate the following skills:

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills- ability to think laterally and creatively about a brief and interpret this into sourcing suitable candidates
• Networking and relationship-building- ability to approach a wide range of contacts with a high degree of discretion and professionalism.
• Sound written language and communication skills – fluency in written and spoken English. Additional language skills are very welcome.
• Aptitude in prioritisation, decision-making and problem-solving.
• Outstanding organisational and communication abilities.
• Able to listen, digest, interpret and retain complex information.
• Flexibility and able to multitask; can work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions; demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities.

Candidates must demonstrate the following behavioural competencies:

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage candidates and networks successfully and with discretion, integrity and diplomacy
• Commitment to Red Sea’s mission and values.
• Able to work in a global team, collaborating with and supporting one another.

HOW TO APPLY

Closing date: This position will be held open until filled and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Please click on the Apply Now button to submit your application.

For this role, kindly submit a MS Word version of your CV  no more than four (04) pages and a short cover letter detailing your motivation and how you are suited to the role specification.

Please name your submitted files with the following reference: 

• FirstName_Surname_CV_RSC_AR
• FirstName_Surname_CL_RSC_AR

If you would like to know more about the role or about us before applying, please email Becky Snead, Director-Africa in the first instance at [email protected] for an informal conversation.

Red Sea takes our responsibility towards protecting your personal data very seriously. The data you provide is processed in line with relevant data protection legislation. For the purposes of this recruitment, and as defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Red Sea is defined as the Data Controller.

Red Sea is committed to meeting the standards set out in our Equality and Diversity statement, acting in line with the UK Equalities Act 2010 and building an accurate picture of the make-up of the workforce in encouraging equality and diversity.