About the Role

Volga Partners is seeking an experienced Senior Market Research Analyst – International Development & AI to lead specialized market research to evaluate and develop opportunities for our AI and data services in the international development sector.

This role will analyze institutional demand, funding and procurement environments, and emerging AI applications across multilateral development banks, government agencies, international organizations, and development consulting firms.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in economic analysis, international development, and quantitative and qualitative research to assess commercial opportunities and develop recommendations for market positioning, service development, and strategic planning.

The Senior Market Research Analyst will establish ongoing market intelligence to support Volga Partners' evolving business priorities in this sector.

Key Responsibilities

• International Development Market Research
• Market Intelligence & Commercial Opportunity Assessment
• AI Service Research & Strategic Opportunities
• Research Reporting & Strategic Insights
• Strategic Collaboration & Research Ownership

Work Location & Schedule

This is a remote, full-time position primarily intended for candidates based in the United States.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Volga Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Join Volga Partners

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced research professional who enjoys working at the intersection of international development, economic research, emerging technologies, and commercial strategy.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Economics, Applied Economics, International Development, Public Policy, or a closely related quantitative social-science discipline, with training in statistics and research methods.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience, with an ideal range of 6–10 years, in applied economic research, institutional research, policy analysis, market research, or strategic market intelligence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Economics, Public Policy, International Development, Development Economics, or a closely related analytical field.
• Professional experience with multilateral development banks, international development organizations, government agencies, or related institutions.

Compensation & Benefits

Volga Partners offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support the health, financial well-being, and professional development of eligible employees.