Athena Centre for Policy & Leadership is a leading Nigerian think tank committed to rigorous research, evidence-based policy, and ideas that shape national debate. Our work influences governance, leadership, and public discourse in Nigeria and across Africa.
Role Summary
- The Director of Athena Confidential leads Athena’s premium intelligence and policy advisory product.
- This role requires exceptional judgment, discretion, and analytical rigour, translating complex political, economic, and governance signals into high-value insight for senior decision-makers.
- This is a high-trust, principal-level role with direct responsibility for quality, credibility, and client value.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Athena Confidential’s research agenda and client-facing intelligence outputs.
- Supervise a dedicated confidential research team (Senior Researcher, junior researchers, NYSC analysts)
- Produce and oversee:
- Confidential intelligence briefs
- Risk and scenario analyses
- Executive advisory notes
- Maintain strict separation between confidential and public Athena outputs
- Ensure editorial clearance and quality control directly with the Chancellor
- Support high-level client briefings and strategic engagements
- Uphold the highest standards of confidentiality, data integrity, and professional ethics
Profile & Qualifications
- Advanced Degree in Policy, Economics, Political Science, Security Studies, or related fields.
- 10+ years’ experience in policy analysis, strategic advisory, intelligence, or political-economy work.
- Strong analytical writing and synthesis skills
- Demonstrated discretion and professional judgment.
- Experience engaging senior public- or private-sector decision-makers
- Comfort operating in a high-responsibility, high-trust environment