Senior Associate, Early Years – Human Development

Genesis Analytics

. Lead analytical workstreams within client projects, designing approaches, managing data and evidence, and owning outputs from start to finish .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • South Africa, KenyaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical capabilities in early years consulting, with proficiency in quantitative analysis using tools like Excel, Stata, R, or Python. Capable of managing client projects, developing high-quality outputs, and effectively communicating complex findings to diverse audiences.

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Project ManagementQuantitative AnalysisClient EngagementTechnical Report DevelopmentLeadership and Mentorship

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Hard Skills

Quantitative AnalysisQualitative AnalysisExcel ProficiencyStataRPythonData InterpretationBudget ManagementWorkplan DevelopmentPolicy Benchmarking

Soft Skills

Analytical ThinkingProblem-SolvingCommunicationTeam CollaborationInitiative

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolsLearning AssessmentsEMISDHSMICS Household SurveysAdministrative Data

Industry Keywords

Early Childhood DevelopmentInternational DevelopmentPublic PolicyEconomicsDevelopment Studies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead analytical workstreams within client projects, designing approaches, managing data and evidence, and owning outputs from start to finish
Manage small to medium-sized client projects, including workplans, project finances, internal and external teams, and project administration
Conduct and direct quantitative and qualitative analysis across early years projects, including system diagnostics, financing and costing studies, public-private partnership feasibility, workforce analyses, and policy benchmarking
Develop technical reports, investment cases, policy notes, and slide decks
Present findings clearly and authoritatively to senior audiences
Engage directly with clients in working sessions, technical reviews, and in-country engagements
Mentor and support junior colleagues
Contribute to proposal development and business development, including methodology sections, workplans, and commercials
Lead client relationships and business development processes
Review work and outputs of more junior colleagues
Own team workstreams

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 3+ years of substantive professional experience in early years (or related field) consulting, research, government, or international development
Demonstrated ability to own analytical workstreams independently
An outstanding degree (top 10% of cohort) in Education, Early Childhood Development, Development Studies, Public Policy, Economics, Statistics, or a related field
Strong proficiency in Excel
Possibly proficiency in at least one of Stata, R, or Python for quantitative analysis
Ability to run and interpret analyses without close supervision
Experience with relevant datasets, including learning assessments, EMIS, DHS, MICS household surveys, and administrative data, highly valued
Prior experience in strategy, economics, or development consulting
Ability to structure problems, develop hypotheses, and produce high-quality, client-ready outputs under pressure
Ideally, prior experience managing projects or workstreams, including budgets, workplans, and teams
Excellent written and verbal communication in English
Ability to present complex findings to non-technical audiences, including ministers, donors, and senior officials
Ability to use AI tools effectively and responsibly to enhance analytical and written work
Passionate, self-motivated problem-solving
Integrity and ethical behaviour
Analytical thinking and fast learning
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and contribute to mutual mentorship
Initiative to drive excellence
Potential to become a practice leader
Intellectual excellence, demonstrated through academic record, professional track record, or both
Based in Africa or India, with deep roots in the Young World and commitment to its development
Versatility to work across countries, methods, and Early Years sub-sectors
Leadership ability, including bringing others along, navigating ambiguity, and taking initiative