Researcher

Center for Civilians in Conflict (CIVIC) is an international nonprofit with offices around the world working to improve protection for civilians caught in conflict zones. CIVIC envisions a world in which no civilian is harmed in conflict. Our mission is to support communities affected by conflict in their quest for protection and strengthen the resolve and capacity of armed actors to prevent and respond to civilian harm. We are advocates who believe that no civilian caught in conflict should be ignored, and advisors who provide practical solutions to preventing and responding to civilian harm.

The Researcher/Analyst holds an important role within CIVIC’s East Africa program. The Researcher/Analyst will be responsible for leading CIVIC’s regional research into security issues affecting the protection of civilians, and assisting the East Africa team to utilize that research for advocacy, training, and community engagement. The Researcher/Analyst will also contribute to CIVIC communications about the program, protection issues, and general analysis of security trends in Kenya, Uganda, Somalia, and wider East Africa.

Requirements:

• B.A. in international affairs, political science, African studies, or related area; M.A. (or higher) in a relevant field is highly preferred;
• A demonstrated understanding of the political context in East Africa, with particular focus on civilian protection issues arising from insecurities and armed conflicts;
• Minimum 7 years relevant full-time staff level work experience required including work in active and recently active conflict zones (minimum 7 years with graduate degree, minimum 10 years without graduate degree);
• Minimum 5 years relevant field experience in at least three countries;
• Demonstrated work ethic;
• Passion for CIVIC’s subject matter and willingness to take on the responsibilities and duties as a key member of our team; and
• Knowledge of Swahili, Luganda, Somali or other regional language preferred;
• Computer proficiency including the ability to quickly adapt to new systems (online file storage, communication platforms, etc.)