Senior Researcher: Climate risk and human security at Institute for Security Studies

Overview of duties

• Manage and implement multiple projects in line with workplans and reporting and M&E requirements
• Financial and budget planning
• Initiate, plan and undertake primary and secondary research on climate change and Africa’s ability to cope with climate-related insecurity
• Disseminate research findings through written products, oral presentations and media interviews
• Produce timely, insightful and relevant written content
• Convene meetings, workshops, seminars, closed briefings and expert roundtables
• Provide technical assistance and capacity building
• Build networks with key organisations and partners, including regional and national governmental and non-governmental organisations
• Identify new opportunities for funding and write concept notes and proposals

Overview of requirements

• A Master’s degree or higher qualification in international relations, law, development, political science, conflict and peace studies, strategic and security studies, or related fields
• At least five years of relevant experience in policy, research, government, human security or other relevant professional environments
• Work experience on climate change and insecurity in Africa
• Good knowledge of African governance and security challenges and solutions
• Good research and analytical skills
• Experience in organising and reporting research results at public and closed events and training sessions
• Excellent English language skills, both written and verbal
• Good writing skills and a track record of authored or co-authored publications
• Computer proficiency and ability to work with social media
• Self-motivated and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Willingness to travel for work