Research Officer at Encyclopaedia Africana Project (EAP)

Overview

The Encyclopaedia Africana Project (EAP) is a pan-African initiative devoted to the documentation, preservation, and dissemination of African history, culture, scientific advancements, technological innovations, and intellectual heritage. The Secretariat is seeking a highly driven Research Officer to enhance research, publication, and knowledge management operations.

Role Purpose

The Research Officer will back the Secretariat in delivering top-quality research, preparing technical documents and reports, facilitating editorial duties, managing research data, and assisting in the successful execution of the Secretariat's programs and projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform literature reviews and conduct research on assigned thematic topics.
• Support editorial workflows, including fact verification, proofreading, copy editing, and reference validation.
• Compile research reports, policy briefs, concept notes, background papers, and technical materials.
• Help develop, edit, and review publications, manuscripts, and other knowledge products.
• Assist in organizing workshops, seminars, and stakeholder meetings.
• Create meeting briefs, minutes, presentations, and official correspondences.
• Contribute to grant proposals, project updates, and institutional publications.
• Carry out other research and administrative tasks assigned by the Director.

Qualifications and Experience

• A bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• At least three years of relevant experience, including National Service, in research, editorial work, publishing, communications, or related areas.
• Proven skills in research writing and document preparation.

Skills and Competencies

• Exceptional research, analytical, and critical thinking abilities.
• Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and communication expertise.
• Strong familiarity with academic and professional writing standards.
• Effective organizational and project coordination capabilities.
• High accuracy and keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of reference management software and research databases is a plus.
• Capability to handle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork aptitude in multidisciplinary environments.
• High ethical conduct, professionalism, and confidentiality maintenance.
• Personal interest in African history, culture, education, science, technology, and innovation.

Additional Information

Location: Accra, Ghana (Onsite)

Application Process: Applicants should send a detailed CV and the contact information of three referees addressed to the Director, Encyclopaedia Africana Project, P.O. Box 2797, Accra via email to sect@encyclopaediaafricana.com or info@encyclopaediaafricana.com. Applications must be submitted by 18 August 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.