Researcher at Control Risks

development will be critical to our service delivery and ultimate growth in the long run.

• Obtain recent and relevant data from open-source media to support Control Risks' analysis from time to time. The data will be presented in a prescribed format (including word and excel) and submitted for review daily.
• Prepare the Daily Security and Media report, in strict conformity with Control Risks' style guide, reporting template & tool bar, and adhering to set reporting timelines.
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports where need be, strictly adhering to set reporting timelines.
• Prepare ad hoc reports in line with clients' requirements as requested from time to time.
• Support the management of the day to operations of the SOC including all elements of routine operational delivery and emergency response.
• Train the SOC team on data capture and reporting methodologies' best practises, based on learnings and trainings received over time.
• Pro-actively seek opportunities to develop the SOC and other business-related support tasks.
• Work with the wider Control Risks team, where need be, in researching and presenting relevant data to support service delivery to clients.
• Support the delivery of operational guidance to clients and internally on the changing security dynamics across the region - this may take the form of face to face or remote (Teams etc) verbal briefing or formal (PowerPoint) presentations.
• Support business development initiatives by spotting and reporting potential opportunities from relevant/credible sites, attending meetings, participating in relevant calls/discussions and preparing draft proposals adhering to templates.
• Perform any other duty, in line with Control Risks' objectives, and as assigned by the line manager.
• Liaise and work effectively with other Control Risks offices, departments and practices.

Requirements

• A degree in security or business field or its equivalent.
• At least 3 experience in a risk consultancy in East Africa or equivalent experience.
• Keen interest in security and regional affairs.ESG requirements:
• Has a good understanding of ESG risks and opportunities that resonate in Africa (e.g. Just Transition, water scarcity, biodiversity loss)
• Will use their local knowledge to contribute to thought pieces and collateral, making sure that ESG in Africa is represented in the overall group/EMEA messaging on ESG
• Can support our BD activities in Africa and work on some projects where research or on-the-ground tasks are required
• Preferably has some formal qualifications around ESG or at least has undertaken relevant courses post-completing their formal education
• Understanding of physical risks of climate change, how these impact Africa and what mitigation measures might actually work in Africa.
• Biodiversity and Natural Capital Understanding
• Understanding of broader ESG and what African companies need from ESG.
• Proficient in Information Technology, including with Microsoft tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc).
• Experience in successfully engaging with client relationships will be an added advantage.
• Highly developed communication skills - written and verbal.
• Fluent in English and Kiswahili