Vacancies: Research Fellow I and II- Socio Political Division Research, Research Assistant- Socio-Political Research
Introduction
The National Institute for Legislative Studies (NILS) was established early in 2011 following the enactment of the enabling legislation. NILS is designed to be a Centre of excellence providing technical support to the work of the National assembly through research and publications on democratic governance, and legislative practice and procedures. The Institute will help to improve the capacity of legislators and legislative staff to carry out their duties. In that regard, it will design and implement regular and customized training programmes to meet the needs of all those involved with the work of the legislature.
The Institute welcomes applications from candidates with the qualifications and cognate experience to fill the positions in the departments, namely: Research Department; Finance and Administration Department; Legislative and Practice Procedures Department, Governance and Public Policy Analysis Department; and training Department. The positions are listed below.
Office of the Director General
The office of the Director General has a total of five unite. They include; Internal Audit, Corporate affairs, Legal Services, Information and communication Technology and Monitoring and Evaluation.
Unit 5 Monitoring and Evaluation
Position: Research Fellow I and II- Socio-Political Division Research
Functions:
- Conducting in-depth research and Studies on Socio-Political issues
- Prepare reports that will be of interest to legislators and other stakeholders in the policy arena.
- Undertake Bills and Policy Analysis activities
Requirement/Qualification:
- A doctorate degree in relevant disciplines, which include but not limited to, Political Science, History, Sociology, Philosophy etc. plus 6-10 years of experience as well 5-8 publications in national and international journals.
Position: Research Assistant- Socio-Political Research
Functions:
- Assist in carrying out surveys, collection and analysis of data relating to socio-political problems
- Any other relevant task as may be directed by superior officers
Requirements/Qualification:
- An honors Bachelor’s degree obtained at first class or second class (upper division) and a Master’s degree in disciplines such as Economics, Law, political Science and others approved by management.
- Entry into post by appointment.
How to Apply:
All applications should be directed to the Director General through
nilsvacancies@parp.gov.ng or P.M.B 123, Garki GPO, Abuja, FCT 900001.
Or before 20th December, 2011.
