Senior Analyst at International Crises Group

Specific responsibilities:

• 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 for the Senior Analyst Jobs:

• 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.