Senior Analyst – Haiti and Caribbean Observatory

• Produce original, in-depth qualitative analysis on criminal groups, violence, political developments and the political economy of crime in Haiti
• Draft policy reports and briefs from concept to final text with a high degree of autonomy
• Coordinate research by colleagues, researchers and consultants
• Consolidate research contributions into coherent, publication-ready reports
• Conduct demanding fieldwork in Haiti
• Maintain a network of interlocutors to access reliable information
• Engage with diplomats, UN officials, donors and civil society
• Brief, present and represent GI-TOC at key meetings and conferences
• Help shape the Observatory’s research agenda
• Develop new thematic and regional lines of work in the Caribbean
• Contribute to proposals and donor reporting

• At least five years of professional experience in think tanks, the United Nations, or policy work
• Master’s degree or PhD in political science, international relations, security studies, social sciences or a related field
• Exceptional research skills and a proven record of writing complete policy reports and briefs
• Strong qualitative research profile
• Quantitative skills are an asset
• Researcher profile is an asset
• Perfect English, written and spoken
• French and Haitian Creole are strongly desirable
• Proven ability to work independently, meet tight deadlines, and work across time zones
• Ability to conduct challenging fieldwork and travel regularly to Haiti
• Sound judgment and discretion on sensitive information
• Ability to engage credibly at a senior level
• Availability and readiness for fieldwork activities

• One-year fixed-term contract with possibility of extension or renewal
• Flexible working environment
• Work-life balance support
• Professional development and learning support
• Safety and security support for fieldwork