International
Crisis Group
The International Crisis Group is an independent organisation working to prevent wars and shape policies that will build a more peaceful world.
Senior Analyst, Kenya
Purpose of the role: Based in the Nairobi office, the Senior Analyst will research and produce reports on security, political, legal, governance, human rights and social issues related to Kenya and/or the region.
The International Crisis Group is an independent organisation working to prevent wars and shape policies that will build a more peaceful world.
Senior Analyst, Kenya
Purpose of the role: Based in the Nairobi office, the Senior Analyst will research and produce reports on security, political, legal, governance, human rights and social issues related to Kenya and/or the region.
- Conducts
extensive field research into prevailing issues of Kenya and/or its
region;
- Provides
written analyses on the key issues;
- Prepares detailed
reports, briefing papers and derivative products (op-eds, commentaries,
short notes) setting out relevant research findings and policy
recommendations in concise and clear fashion;
- Proposes policy
initiatives for governmental, intergovernmental, political, and
non-governmental stakeholders to address the underlying issues;
- Advocates, both
locally, nationally and internationally, when appropriate, and represents
Crisis Group at events, meetings and in media interviews;
- Provide general
support to the Project and/or Program Director with respect to current and
future Crisis Groups activities and projects in the region.
Candidates who wish to be
considered for the role should apply before 10 November 2016.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s
degree in international relations, political science, journalism,
sociology or equivalent through experience. Masters degree an asset;
- Three to five
years professional experience in government, academia, international
organisations, NGOs or journalism.
- Proven
excellent writing skills and the ability to formulate well-targeted policy
recommendations.
- Strong research
and analytical skills and ability to propose policy interventions;
- Extensive
knowledge of key issues in the region;
- Expertise
covering governance issues, security sector reforms and institution
building;
- A proven strong
network of governmental and non-governmental officials, media and civil
society in the country and region;
- Experience in
political analysis and conflict prevention;
- Fluency in
English; knowledge of local languages advantageous.
- Excellent
interpersonal and communication skills, including good public presentation
skills, and a very strong capacity for effective teamwork.
- Ability to work
independently in a fast-paced and often demanding environment.
How to Apply
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