Research & Policy Manager

Campea; Central (LA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Networking with investors and stakeholders

Job summary

Campea is seeking a Research Programme & Policy Manager to drive research initiatives and manage key programmes across Central Africa's investment ecosystem. This hybrid role involves conducting policy analysis, overseeing research outputs, and collaborating with stakeholders to provide actionable insights.

Candidates should possess a Master’s degree and have 5–7 years of relevant experience in research and programme management. Strong communication skills and proficiency in analytical tools are essential. This position offers significant career development opportunities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in research, programme management, or policy analysis.
• Strong understanding of private equity and investment ecosystems in Africa.
• Experience producing high-quality research and policy reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead research initiatives on private equity and investment trends.
• Conduct policy analysis and draft policy briefs.
• Manage programme planning and execution for research-driven initiatives.

Skills

Research skills

Programme management

Policy analysis

Data management

Bilingual (English and French)

Education

Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Public Policy, or related field

Tools

Excel

SQL

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Joining CAMPEA puts you at the heart of Central Africa’s private equity and venture capital ecosystem. Contribute to market development, participate in programmes and events that strengthen the ecosystem while influencing policy, and engage with high-level investors and stakeholders while building your professional network and advancing your expertise in private capital. Contact us at the main office or submit a business inquiry: [e-mail]

Position: Research Programme & Policy Manager. Location: Remote, Hybrid, with regional travel across Central Africa as required. Reports to: Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Programme Director. Type: Part-time, Full-time, Mid-Senior Level.

Department: Research, Governance

Project Location(s): Remote, Hybrid, Global

Education: Bachelor, Masters

About CAMPEA

The Central Africa Markets Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (CAMPEA) is the leading industry body promoting private equity and venture capital in Central Africa. Through research, advocacy, capacity building, and industry convenings, CAMPEA connects investors, policymakers, fund managers, and ecosystem stakeholders to unlock capital, strengthen markets, and foster sustainable investment.

Role Overview

The Research, Programme & Policy Manager will lead CAMPEA’s research and policy agenda while supporting programme development and execution. This role combines analytical rigor with strategic programme management, ensuring CAMPEA produces actionable insights for investors, policymakers, and ecosystem partners. The Manager will oversee research outputs, policy briefs, and investment market intelligence, as well as coordinate cross-cutting programmes that reinforce CAMPEA’s strategic objectives.

While this is a voluntary, non-salaried role, it offers significant professional and career development opportunities. The successful incumbent will gain institutional level exposure to the global asset and investment management ecosystem, collaborating with investors, fund managers, financial centres, financial institutions, government and policymakers, including a rich melting pots of trade finance and development finance institutions. The role provides hands‑on experience in research, policy analysis, programme management, and high-profile events, helping to build technical skills and a strong professional network. Participants also benefit from mentorship, participation in regional forums, and the chance to contribute to shaping market development and investment strategies across the region.

Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter to [e-mail] with the subject line: Application – Research, Programme & Policy Manager. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Responsibilities

The Research, Programme & Policy Manager will drive CAMPEA’s research and policy initiatives, translating data and market intelligence into actionable insights for investors, fund managers, and policymakers. This role combines strategic programme management with analytical rigor, overseeing research projects, investment databases, and policy briefs while coordinating cross-cutting initiatives such as workshops, training sessions, and industry events. The Manager will collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners across the Central African investment ecosystem to ensure CAMPEA’s programmes and outputs are accurate, relevant, and impactful.

Scope of Work

Lead research initiatives on private equity, venture capital, and broader capital markets in Central Africa, including fundraising, deal flow, exits, and investment trends.

Conduct policy analysis and draft policy briefs, recommendations, and advocacy reports to support regulatory and market development initiatives.

Manage programme planning, execution, and reporting for research-driven projects and initiatives, including workshops, training sessions, and high-level investor events.

Collaborate with internal analysts, fund managers, DFIs, and ecosystem partners to ensure data quality, market intelligence, and research relevance.

Establish and maintain data linkages with fund managers, internal analysts, and external ecosystem partners to support accurate, timely, and actionable market insights.

• Arranging research coordination with other ecosystem partners, associations and corporate research partners

Develop and maintain CAMPEA’s investment and transaction database for use in reports, dashboards, and investor briefings.

Oversee monitoring and evaluation of research and programme outputs, ensuring alignment with CAMPEA’s strategic priorities.

Represent CAMPEA at regional and international conferences, panels, and working groups.

Contribute to grant proposals, donor reporting, and external partnership engagements where research and policy work is relevant.

Skills/Experience

Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Public Policy, International Development, or related field.

Minimum 5–7 years of relevant professional experience in research, programme management, or policy analysis, ideally within private capital markets, DFIs, or industry associations.

Strong understanding of private equity, venture capital, asset management, and investment ecosystems in Africa.

Experience producing high-quality research reports, policy briefs, and investment market analysis.

Proficiency in statistical data production, data conversion and management, analytics, and visualization tools (Excel, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or similar).

Excellent written and verbal communication; bilingual proficiency in English and French highly desirable.

Strong project management skills, including planning, budgeting, and coordinating multi-stakeholder initiatives.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.