We are looking for a strong East Africa-focused political analyst,\u00a0 working within teams to deliver excellence across complex mandates at a regional level, and an understanding of political, economic, social and policy contexts across East Africa. The responsibilities are as follows:
\nConsulting services\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tUndertake deep and extensive research, conduct comprehensive analysis, and assess risks and opportunities facing clients, with a focus on East and Horn of Africa\u00a0
\n\tSupport complex policy, political and stakeholder advisory projects, contributing to individual deliverables and workstreams.\u00a0
\n\tProduce and deliver high-quality written and visual-led analysis on political and economic developments across Africa, with a focus on East and Horn of Africa, and participating\u00a0 in related client briefings\u00a0
\n\tBuild and maintain working relationships with clients\u00a0
\n\tMaintain a high level of local expertise through in-country intelligence gathering and open-source research, with a focus on building networks in the region and focus on key markets (Kenya, Ethiopia,\u00a0 Uganda, Tanzania)\u00a0
\n\tNetwork with key local and regional stakeholders to gather insights into\u00a0 policies, attitudes, current plans and upcoming announcements and advise clients on relationships with key stakeholders and engagement planning\u00a0<\/p>\n
Other responsibilities<\/p>\n
\tAssist with building Africa Practice\u2019s knowledge base regarding East and Horn of Africa, and develop related marketing material\u00a0
\n\tContribute to further developing the methodologies and best practices applied by Africa Practice\u2019s Insights practice\u00a0<\/p>\n
What we are looking for<\/p>\n
The successful candidate will demonstrate:<\/p>\n
\tAt least 2 years of professional experience analysing and advising on regional political and economic issues\u00a0
\n\tOutstanding verbal and written communication in English. An ability to write clearly, concisely and authoritatively to tight deadlines\u00a0 is crucial for this role
\n\tExcellent investigative, analytical and critical thinking skills, combined with a genuine interest in, and knowledge of, current African affairs – with a clear focus on East and Horn of Africa\u00a0
\n\tDeep knowledge of, and genuine interest, in the regional political economy, with a demonstrated focus on one or more of the main regional markets e.g. Ethiopia\u00a0
\n\tAbility to cultivate strong trust-based relationships within the company, with clients and with the wider political economy ecosystem
\n\tA dynamic self-starter, able to work on their own initiative on complex issues<\/p>\n
Apply Through:<\/p>\n
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