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Role:
The successful candidate will work with other members of the Middle East team to research and produce reports on security, conflict, political, governance, human rights and social issues as these relate to Egypt, including its role in Israeli-Arab relations and the peace process. The senior analyst will carry out research and advocacy for Crisis Group from his or her base in Cairo. Extensive travel within the region is required.

Responsibilities:
• Providing analysis and advice on the key issues linked to the political, social and security issues affecting Egypt, as well as Egypt’s role in the Israel-Arab peace process;
• Conducting extensive field research into prevailing security, social and political conditions;
• Proposing policy initiatives by the relevant governmental and non-governmental actors to address the underlying issues that feed grievances;
• Preparing detailed reports and briefing papers setting out relevant research findings and policy recommendations.

Requirements:
• Deep knowledge of and extensive contacts in Egypt with governmental and nongovernmental officials, media, and academia;
• 5+ years of professional experience in conflict analysis, journalism, NGO, IGO, or government work related to Egypt in particular;
• Excellent writing and analytical skills, good in summarizing vast amounts of written material;
• Fluency in English or French, knowledge of Arabic highly desired;
• Excellent writing and analytical skills.

Applications should be submitted in English and include a CV, cover letter, and contact details of at least 3 referees. The cover letter should appear in the body of the email and describe relevant experience and motivation for the position. Further information on this and other vacancies can be found at: www.crisisgroup.org.

Please send applications by email to MidEast.vacancies@crisisgroup.org , including "Senior Analyst, North Africa" in the subject line.

After sending us your e-mail you will receive a response confirming receipt of your application. Please note that after that, only candidates selected for further consideration or interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.