The Policy Innovation Centre (PIC) is the first national institutionalized behavioral initiative in Africa supporting government and stakeholders to make behaviorally informed decisions and generate evidence for impact-driven interventions in critical thematic areas (Governance, Health, Gender & Social Inclusion, Education, Digital & Financial Inclusion). The PIC is positioned to support the delivery of better policies and innovative solutions for high-impact interventions across Africa. The PIC is an initiative of the Nigeria Economic Summit Group (NESG), a leading think tank in Africa redefining evidence-based policy advocacy.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Design Thinking / Innovation Specialist

Location: Nigeria

Responsibilities

• Support the Behavioural Innovation Lab in designing and conducting ethnographic research, in person, and remote usability evaluations.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative to explore and evaluate concepts and experiences, analyse data, and interpret findings to make prioritized design recommendations
• Collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders and beneficiaries to co-create desired solutions- products, services, and policies.
• Develop strategic reports and slide decks to communicate research findings, present potential design solutions, and use visually compelling presentations to demonstrate models and innovative solutions to complex social problems.
• Other tasks as needed.

Qualifications/Job Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Public Policy, Social and Behavioural Science, Cognitive Psychology, Anthropology, Sociology, Cultural Anthropology, or related degree.
• At least 5 years of experience using human-centered design (design research/design thinking) research methodologies and behavioural science to solve social problems. This could involve product, service, or systems design and innovation.
• Excellent analytical, problem problem-solving skills.
• Core skills in using behavioural science approaches and frameworks for innovation.
• Capabilities for user testing, A/B testing, and randomized control trials are essential.
• Proven experience applying design thinking methodologies in the context of policy development.
• Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to synthesize complex information.
• Excellent facilitation and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Familiarity with government processes and policy implementation.
• Experience in prototyping, testing, and iterating on innovative solutions.
• Passion for social impact and a commitment to advancing positive societal change.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.