Expression of Interest – Research Cluster on Governance and Institutional Reform

Hello YSI Africa!

A small research cluster focused on governance, institutional reform, and applied political economy, with particular attention to state capacity, public financial management, service delivery systems, innovation and digital transformation, trade governance, and institutional competitiveness in African contexts, is inviting expressions of interest from researchers and advanced practitioners interested in project-based collaboration. The cluster seeks individuals committed to rigorous empirical methods, clear analytical writing, and policy-relevant scholarship. Interested candidates are invited to submit a one-page statement of research interests, a recent writing sample, and a CV to oryjong.c@gmail.com. Initial engagement will be project-based, with the possibility of deeper collaboration where there is strong alignment in research standards, thematic focus, and professional commitment.