Security Information Analyst at Lady Askari

• The successful candidate will play a key role in identifying patterns, forecasting risk, and crafting timely reports that guide strategic decision-making across our operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct daily open-source research and intelligence monitoring based on client areas of interest.
• Update and maintain daily incident databases.
• Prepare urgent Flash Reports and Request for Information (RFI) responses as needed.
• Produce high-quality weekly and monthly internal and external reports (incident analysis, sitreps, client security updates).
• Analyse incident trends and provide foresight into evolving threats.
• Maintain information vetting protocols; clearly label unverified information when necessary.
• Support the development of emergency preparedness insights and contingency planning.
• Engage with external partners, analysts, and stakeholders to enrich contextual understanding.

Qualifications and Requirements

• First degree in political science, criminology, security studies or related field
• At least 3 years of experience in intelligence, security analysis, or risk advisory.
• Proven ability to produce analytical reports, incident summaries, or security alerts.
• Demonstrated understanding of security protocols, geopolitical dynamics, and emergency response.
• Experience supporting crisis management, operational planning, or conflict-sensitive analysis is an asset.
• Strong research skills with both qualitative and quantitative analysis abilities.
• Excellent knowledge of security protocols and procedures
• High proficiency in Google Workspace and MS Office
• Analytical, curious, and detail-oriented with sound judgment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills — able to present complex issues clearly.
• Organised and able to multitask effectively under pressure.
• A self-starter who can work independently while thriving in a collaborative environment.
• Culturally sensitive, with a solid understanding of diverse country and regional contexts
• Fluent in English and Swahili (both written and spoken). Knowledge of additional languages is a plus.
• Lady Askari is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.