Head, Data, Planning and Analytics

Lextorah LDS

Lagos, ng on site Until 8/21/2026 First posted February 23, 2026 Last posted February 23, 2026

Job description

The development agenda of western Nigerian (DAWN) commission is a development coordination and management institution, set up as a strategic and action-oriented response to the desire and determination of the south western states of Nigeria to create regional competitive advantage. The DAWN commission is focused on fostering inclusive and aggressive economic growth that leverages the socio-economic potential of the southwest region comprising Lagos, Oyo, Ogun, Osun Ekiti and Ondo.
The DAWN commission is the strategic driver that has been set up to orchestrate and foster regional cooperation and integrity as a catalyst for achieving sustainable and accelerated development of Western Nigeria.
In order to successfully design, develop, deploy and execute the Development Agenda for western Nigeria, the commission is seeking to hire world class talent and professionals with the competence and capacity to make the goals and strategic objectives of the DAWN to become a reality through the following vacant roles: Qualified and interested applicants should login to http://jobs.wfmcenter.com/dawn

Plans, supervises and coordinates a comprehensive regional development data, research and statistical capability involving the gathering of data, preparation of reports and analysis of information useful for planning and decision making.
Designs action programs oriented towards defined problems areas: analyzes the results of the implemented programs using systems methods and makes adjustments accordingly.
Performs research on and evaluates existing developmental programs and provide recommendations on the continuation or modification of such programs.
Crates and maintains liaisons an do others that are important to the conduct of the planning and analysis.

Minimum of first degree with at least 8 years of research, data gathering and planning experience.
Prior experience in a similar function with an international organization involved with developmental initiatives.
Working knowledge of statistical analytical techniques and tools.
Excellent problems solving, quantitative and analytical skills
Project management skills
Strong analytical skills with attention to details.
Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.

About this role

Summary

Lead regional development data analysis, research, and planning for Western Nigeria

Job title

Head, Data, Planning and Analytics

Experience level

8+ years

Industry

government

Location requirements

Lagos, Nigeria; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Skills & keywords

Required skills

data gatheringresearchstatisticsproject managementanalytical skills

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

data gatheringresearchstatisticsplanningdevelopment

Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Lagos, Nigeria

On-site City