Institute for Security Studies Senior Researcher, Horn of Africa Jobs in Ethiopia

Institute for Security Studies Senior Researcher, Horn of Africa Jobs in Ethiopia

The ISS is seeking a senior researcher on human security in the Horn of Africa. The senior researcher will undertake primary and secondary research and analysis, develop policy recommendations based on the findings, and actively communicate results to ISS stakeholders through written products, verbal communication and media commentary.

The work will involve independently managing the entire process of complex research projects, including organizing high-level research, interventions and capacity building support to regional governments as well as technical support and policy engagements.

The senior researcher will assist in resource mobilization, and tracking budgets and expenditure, and monitoring and evaluation of project impact.

The successful candidate will help build the ISS’ profile by initiating and maintaining relationships with ISS stakeholders and donors, ensuring that the right policy makers engage with research results, and shaping African and global decision making on human security.

The senior researcher will report to the ISS Addis Ababa Office Director and Regional Representative to African Union, Horn and East Africa.

Overview of duties