Job descriptions & requirements
About Primer Africa
Primer Africa operates a platform dedicated to highlighting the continent’s vast economic potential. We believe that clear, insightful data and policy analysis are the keys to unlocking investment and fostering sustainable growth across Africa.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking a visionary Pan-African Writer & Economic Analyst to spearhead our new flagship monthly newsletter. This is a high-impact, unpaid volunteer role designed for a highly motivated individual who wants to build a personal brand, establish themselves as a thought leader, and influence the narrative surrounding African investment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Editorial Leadership: Take full ownership of the end-to-end production of the monthly newsletter, from topic curation to final editorial sign-off.
- Economic Synthesis: Analyze recent policy shifts, macroeconomic trends, and major investment events across the continent.
- Strategic Research: Identify and summarize high-growth sectors (e.g., FinTech, Agri-business, Energy, Human Capital Development) to provide value to our readers.
- Brand Voice: Maintain a sophisticated, authoritative, and forward-looking tone that reflects Primer Africa’s mission.
Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Public Policy, Journalism, or International Relations (Master’s/Post-graduate degree preferred).
- Expertise: A deep understanding of the African economic landscape or a proven willingness to conduct rigorous independent research.
- Autonomy: Highly ambitious and capable of working with minimal supervision; you are someone who "takes charge" of a project.
- Writing Excellence: Ability to translate complex economic data into compelling, accessible English for a diverse audience of investors and policymakers.
Role Details:
- Type: Volunteer (Unpaid).
- Commitment: 6-month initial term to ensure editorial consistency.
- Workload: Remote; approximately 10–15 hours per month.
Professional Benefits:
- Personal Brand: You will receive a full byline on every newsletter, reaching a growing network of stakeholders and investors.
- Intellectual Freedom: The opportunity to shape the editorial direction of a new publication from the ground up.
- Networking: Direct access to Primer Africa’s leadership and partners within the African economic sphere.
- Validation: A formal recommendation on our Platforms
How to Apply:
To apply, please send an email to admin@primerafrica.com with the subject line: “Application: Lead Newsletter Author – [Your Full Name]”.
Please include the following three (3) items:
- CV/Resume: Detailing your academic background and any relevant experience.
- Cover Letter: A brief explanation of your interest in Primer Africa and your vision for the newsletter.
- Writing Sample: A 300–500 word summary of a recent policy change or economic event in any African country/region and its potential impact on investment.
Application Deadline: 7th February, 2026. - (Until we find the right candidate).
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