The ISS is seeking a Researcher to work on conflict prevention. The two main areas of work involve providing policy makers with evidence-based research on innovation in conflict prevention in Africa, and helping to build the African Union Commission’s capacity to prevent, manage and resolve conflicts and promote stability.
The position involves: conducting primary and secondary research, analysis and writing; networking with relevant organisations, governments and civil society; and providing presentations and briefings on the research results. The researcher will report to the Senior Researcher in the Peace Operations and Peacebuilding Programme.
Overview of duties
- Undertake ethical primary and secondary research and analysis, including field work where necessary
- Develop practical policy recommendations based on findings
- Actively communicate results to stakeholders through written products, verbal communication and media commentary
- Engage with consultants in the development and implementation of case studies
- Provide peer review of ISS colleagues’ work
- Support the planning, organisation and convening of seminars, closed briefings, expert roundtables and field missions
- Network and liaise with stakeholders and donors to build ISS’ profile, shape decision making and ensure that research results are used
Overview of requirements
- Three to five years relevant work experience in a policy, research, government or other relevant professional environment
- Knowledge of human security in Africa, with special interest in conflict prevention, peace operations and/or peacebuilding
- Experience in planning and conducting research projects, and disseminating the results
- Experience in both organising and delivering presentations
- Knowledge of, and relationships, with government and non-government institutions in the sector
- Knowledge of how to monitor and evaluate of own work
- Good networking, interpersonal and communication skills, in particular the ability to work constructively in partnership with governments and civil society
- Good research and analytical skills with single authored publications record
- Good English language skills. French skills are advantageous
- Ability to work in a team, but also self-motivated and able to work independently, under pressure and and to deadline
The contract will be until 31 October 2018 and may be renewed subject to programme requirements, funding and satisfactory performance. A competitive salary is offered.
Email your application to Rekha Valabh at pretoriajobs@issafrica.org. Applicants must provide a cover letter and detailed CV, including at least three contactable referees. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Closing date: 25 August 2017
The ISS is committed to achieving employment equity in the workplace. Female applicants are especially encouraged to apply.
