Deadline: Until Filled
Applications are invited by International Crisis Group from qualified and deserving candidates for the job/vacancy of Analyst, Somalia.This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya.
Requirements:
- Extensive knowledge of politics and society in Somalia, with significant field experience in the region;
- Experience in political analysis and conflict prevention;
- Three to five years professional experience in government, academia, international organisations, NGOs or journalism;
- Excellent writing, editing and analytical skills and ability to formulate well-targeted policy recommendations;
- Written and spoken fluency in English and proficiency in Somali preferred;
- Masters degree in international relations, political science, journalism, sociology or equivalent through experience;
- 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.
Application Procedure:
Applications should be submitted in English and include a CV, cover letter, contact details of at least 3 referees and two short writing samples pertaining to conflict issues in the region. In the cover letter (which should be sent as an e-mail) the candidate should briefly propose his or her own ideas on themes for two future Crisis Group reports relating to conflict in Somalia and briefly describe how she/he would research them (in no more than two pages).
Please send applications by email to africa.vacancies@crisisgroup.org including “Analyst, Somalia” in the subject line of the e-mail. Recruitment will remain open until the appropriate candidate is appointed. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No phone calls or emails please.
Crisis Group offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and an excellent benefits package.
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