ACLED · 8 hours ago
Middle East Analyst - REMOTE
Washington, DC
Full-time
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years exp
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Responsibilities
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
Qualification
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Required
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
Company
ACLED
Armed Conflict Location & Event Data (ACLED) is a disaggregated data collection, analysis, and crisis mapping project.
51-200 employees
Funding
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