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Research Assistant analyzing conflict data for Mozambique at ACLED. Collaborating with the Southeast Africa Senior Analyst on data and literature analysis.
Responsibilities:
- Contribute to ACLED analysis by (co)authoring original outputs focusing on Mozambique
- Support the Southeast Africa Senior Analyst through data analysis and visualization
- Support the Southeast Africa Senior Analyst with reviewing literature and material relevant to analysis projects
- Support the Southeast Africa Senior Analyst with other analysis and data-related tasks as required
- Liaise with partners in the Mozambique Conflict Monitor to verify information on recent events in Northern Mozambique
- Prepare expert commentary and analysis for outputs produced by the External Affairs team
- Prepare content to provide expert advice to donors and stakeholders upon request
- Provide support to answering data-related requests from external parties
Requirements:
- Experience in conflict analysis
- Knowledge of politics and conflict in Mozambique
- Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science/Social Sciences/Geography/Conflict Studies or other subjects relevant to this position required, Master’s degree preferred
- Familiarity working with ACLED data preferred
- Knowledge of Tableau or other data analysis software is a plus
- Fluency in English
- Working knowledge of Portuguese is a plus
- Strong critical thinking and analysis skills
- Strong writing 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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