Context Analysis Adviser – NRC
Job Description
| Organization | The Norwegian Refugee Council |
| Job Identification | 5388 |
| Job Category | Advocacy |
| Locations | Khartoum |
| Apply Before | 04/03/2022, 10:59 PM |
| Job Schedule | Full time |
We are recruiting an experienced analyst/ researcher, specialized in Sudan’s political and conflict context to advise its strategic humanitarian response and advocacy.
This position supports NRC Sudan Advocacy and leadership by providing analysis on the conflicts and political crisis in Sudan. You will track conflict dynamics, as well as geo-political, socio-economic development and analyse their impact on the broader humanitarian context. You will also technically support the roll out of advocacy research projects in area of operation.
Responsibilities
This position is part of the Advocacy department and will strengthen the department’s ambition to become a data-driven analysis and policy hub, in the domain of the Protection of Civilians and forced displacement. You will perform the following functions:
- Contribute to NRC Advocacy publications and positioning by providing focused analysis and context updates based on advocacy priorities (protection of civilians, forced displacement)
- Produce bi-weekly briefing documents, mapping (crisis mapping, stakeholder mapping), and quarterly reports for an internal or external audience
- Conduct regular field research and interview with communities, to provide first-hand analysis on key advocacy priorities (protection of civilians, forced displacement). Fieldwork is likely to accompany or closely follow NRC emergency response teams
- Establish a context monitoring system to track key conflict dynamics and trends, and provide anticipatory analysis relevant to NRC’s Advocacy priorities and strategic direction
- Strengthen advocacy research by overseeing the technical aspects of research(methodology, including mixed quantitative & approaches and data analysis tools/databases), and by supporting the analysis. This includes longitudinal research on Durable Solutions in Darfur.
- Foster relationships and information sharing with non-humanitarian actors including academia, human rights organizations, and civil society groups.
Qualifications
- Postgraduate research training, ideally at the doctoral level, in international law, International Relations, Conflict Studies, social sciences, or related fields.
- 3-5 years experience working on conflict or political analysis, or on humanitarian advocacy.
- Experience with research and the production of written materials – such as reports, briefing notes, position papers, talking points, etc.
- Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts, including in Sudan
To excel in this role, you require
- Knowledge of Sudan, and sound understanding of its regional context.
- Previous experience in Darfur and two other country areas will be an advantage
- Experience with quantitative and qualitative research
- Experience with humanitarian operations, protection, humanitarian space, and access, or conflict-sensitive approaches (is desirable)
What We Offer
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to join our work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility: At NRC, we think outside the box. We encourage ideas and give responsibility to all employees at all levels, to help solve the complex issues that we face. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative
- 9 months fixed term contract
- Senior grade 8 in NRC’s grade structure
- An opportunity to match your career to a compelling cause
- A chance to meet and work with people who are the best in their fields
Internal candidates are encouraged to apply but we are also open to external applicants who can show a commitment to NRC and be part of a challenging, but important mission to make a difference.
To apply as an internal candidate, click on the suitcase icon “I am an employee” on the top right of the page to be redirected to NRC’s internal career site
About Us
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. We work in crises across more than 31 countries, providing emergencies and long-term assistance to millions of people every year. We stand up for people forced to flee, advocating their rights. NORCAP, our global provider of expertise, helps improve international and local ability to prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover from crises. NRC also runs the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre in Geneva, a global leader in reporting on and advocating for people displaced within their own country.
Employment with NRC may lead to employment in or deployment to Regions, Countries, Areas or Offices that may be host to considerable health, safety, and security risks. NRC takes this very seriously and we have procedures in place to reduce known risks, but will never be able to take away all risks.
NRC is an equal opportunities employer and aims to have staffing diversity in terms of age, gender, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
