What The Role Is
You will lead research and analysis on geo-strategic and security-related developments in the region and globally, providing timely and accurate assessments to support decision-making.
What You Will Be Working On
- Monitor and sense-make geo-strategic, defence, and security-related developments in the region and globally within the existing geo-political context
- Produce timely and accurate written assessments on defence and security-related developments
- Lead researchers in collaborating with SAF partners
- Supervise, guide, and develop team members to build research and analytical capabilities within the branch
- Manage and engage internal and external stakeholders to support the branch's research and analytical work
Challenge(s)
- Sense-making complex and fast-evolving geo-strategic and security developments, and translating them into accurate and actionable assessments within tight timelines
- Developing the team while managing competing priorities across multiple work-streams
What We Are Looking For
- Education in International Relations, Political Science, Security Studies, Public Policy, or a related field is preferred
- At least 6 years of relevant experience in research and analysis, with a focus on defence and security, geo-politics, or related policy areas is preferred
- Strong analytical and research skills
- Good leadership skills, with experience in supervising and developing a team
- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the maturity to engage effectively with both internal and external stakeholders
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to sense-make complex developments and produce clear, well-structured written assessments
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.