Middle East Analyst
16 hours ago
Description
• The Middle East Analyst will be responsible for the following tasks: • Research • Under the direction of the Middle East Senior Analyst, contribute to ACLED analysis by authoring original outputs focusing on the Middle East region • Make region-specific contributions to thematic or global outputs • Work in close partnership with the Global Data Collection team, the External Affairs team, and other members of the Analysis team to support comprehensive coverage of the Middle East region • Support the Middle East Senior Analyst with other analysis and data-related tasks as required • Data management • Contribute to improving regional coverage of ACLED data, identifying new sources or partners in the Middle East region • Provide background information on regional actors and armed groups, as required by the Global Data Collection and Methodology teams • Work with the Global Data Collection and Methodology teams to address methodological issues and draft methodology documents • Outreach • Provide expert commentary and analysis for outputs produced by the External Affairs team • Provide expert advice to donors and stakeholders in collaboration with the Grants & Development team upon request • Engage with media organizations and provide commentary upon request • Other • Take part in and contribute to ACLED internal meetings • Other administrative and communications tasks as required
Requirements
• Experience in conflict analysis • Extensive knowledge of politics and society in Iraq and Syria • At least two (2) years of work experience in government, academia, international organizations, NGOs, or journalism • Master’s degree in Political Science/Social Sciences/Geography/Sociology focused on conflict studies or equivalent required • Fluency in English and Arabic • Demonstrated familiarity with the ACLED dataset • Strong critical thinking and data analysis skills • Strong writing and editing skills • A high level of attention to detail and the ability to receive and incorporate feedback • Experience working in a team, to tight deadlines, and with limited supervision • Access to a computer, a reliable internet connection, email address, and the Microsoft Office Suite
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