Job Description

Key Responsibilities
- Security - related:
- For Sahel Security Experts and West Africa Security Analysts: Continuously analyze the security situation in the Sahel region and West Africa. Identify emerging threats, trends, and opportunities. Provide strategic advice on security - related matters, including risk mitigation strategies for projects and investments in the region.
- Gather and analyze security - related data from multiple sources, including on - the - ground reports, intelligence, and official statements.
- Collaborate with other security experts and teams to develop comprehensive security assessments.
- Participate in security - related workshops and conferences, representing our organization and sharing your expertise.
- Mining - related:
- West Africa Mining Experts and Former West Africa Mining Officials: Monitor mining activities in West Africa, especially in Guinea, Ghana, and Nigeria. Keep track of policy changes, new mining regulations, and emerging investment opportunities.
- Provide in - depth analysis of the impact of mining policies on the industry, investment, and local communities.
- Advise on mining - related projects, including feasibility studies, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance.
- Engage with local mining communities, understanding their concerns and advocating for sustainable and community - friendly mining practices.
- Journalism - related:
- Nigerian Political Journalists: Report on political developments in Lagos and Abuja. Provide accurate and timely news, analysis, and insights into Nigerian politics, policies, and decision - making processes.
- Namibian Journalists: Cover news and events in Namibia, especially those relevant to our organization's interests. Contribute to in - depth reporting and analysis of Namibian affairs.
- All journalists: Develop and maintain a network of reliable sources to ensure access to exclusive information. Write engaging and well - researched articles, reports, and opinion pieces for our various platforms. Collaborate with other journalists and researchers to produce comprehensive coverage of regional issues.
Requirements
- Experience:
- For Sahel Security Experts: At least 5 years of experience in researching and monitoring the Sahel security situation, with a proven ability to obtain first - hand information.
- West Africa Security Analysts: 3 - 5 years of experience in local West African security companies or in - depth research on West African security.
- West Africa Mining Experts: 5 - 7 years of experience in the West African mining industry or related research.
- Former West Africa Mining Officials: Previous employment in the mining departments of Guinea, Ghana, or Nigeria for at least 3 years.
- Nigerian Political Journalists: 3 - 5 years of experience as a journalist covering Nigerian politics, preferably based in Lagos or Abuja.
- Namibian Journalists: 2 - 4 years of experience working for "The Namibian" newspaper or in Namibian journalism.
- Expertise:
- Deep understanding of the security, political, and economic landscapes of the Sahel region and West Africa.
- Knowledge of mining policies, regulations, and industry trends in West Africa.
- For journalists, a strong understanding of journalistic ethics, reporting techniques, and the political and social contexts of their respective regions.
- Skills:
- Exceptional analytical and research capabilities.
- Ability to communicate complex information clearly, both in writing and verbally.
- For security experts and mining professionals, the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously. For journalists, the ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast - paced environment.
- Strong networking skills to build and maintain relationships with sources, colleagues, and stakeholders.
- Network:
- For security experts, reliable contacts within security forces, intelligence agencies, and local communities in the Sahel and West Africa.
- Mining experts should have contacts in the mining industry, government agencies, and research institutions.
- Journalists must have a wide network of political figures, government officials, and sources within their respective regions.

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Local area

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