Nairobi, Kenya, with potential for regional travel
The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering; it seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health.
With over three decades of working in Sudan and a broad network of relationships across its 18 states, the Carter Center is monitoring the country’s ongoing conflict and transition processes in support of long-term peace prospects. The Center is planning to deploy a remote international observation mission that will monitor developments in Sudan and preparations for a post-conflict political transition. Experts will additionally provide mentorship and technical assistance to citizen observers in Sudan. The mission will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, with a potential relocation to Sudan pending political and security developments.
The Carter Center is seeking a highly qualified candidate to serve as a Political/Conflict Analyst on its international observer mission. The deployment for this position is expected in June2024, with the possibility of extension through August 2025. Applicants must confirm their availability for deployment for the project’s full duration.
The Political/Conflict Analyst will act as the international observer mission’s primary subject-area expert on the Sudanese political environment and conflict dynamics. Working with other core team experts and long-term observers, they will conduct expert analysis and develop policy recommendations regarding the ongoing transition and components of a potential peace agreement and interpret political and conflict developments for Carter Center staff and project partners. Applicants may be considered for the Mission Director position.
Desired Qualifications and Experience
Applicants for the position should have:
- At least seven years of experience working on transitional monitoring, conflict resolution, and/or democratic governance programs, with a focus on political analysis.
- Experience working in a conflict or post-conflict environment; a strong knowledge of and experience in Sudan is preferred;
- A bachelor’s, master’s, and/or doctoral degree in political science, international relations, or a similar field;
- Demonstrated experience assessing politics and conflict dynamics in transition processes and identifying concerns through desk review, remote consultations, and contact with key sources;
- Leadership skills, personnel management experience, and cross-cultural understanding are essential. A high degree of adaptability to a changing environment and programmatic activities;
- Fluency in English is required; Arabic is highly desirable.
To be considered for this position, provide your application details and upload a CV/resume and cover letter in support of your application to the following website: Sudan IO (filerequestpro.com)
Only applications received through this link will be considered.
Given the international nature of this observer project, Sudanese nationals are not eligible for this role. Due to the large volume of applicants, only those candidates selected for an interview or additional consideration will be notified by the Center. No phone calls, please.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The deadline to apply is currently scheduled for April 24, 2024.