Share this job SVGs not supported by this browser. Description Control Risks is a specialist risk consultancy that helps to create secure, compliant and resilient organisations in an age of ever-changing risk. Working across disciplines, technologies and geographies, everything we do is based on our belief that taking risks is essential to our clients’ success. We are seeking to engage an experienced analyst to cover East and Southern Africa for a range of subscription products and bespoke consulting tasks. The successful candidate will support our analytical coverage of political, security and business-relevant issues in for our country risk monitoring platform, Seerist, respond to queries from clients and deliver bespoke consulting engagements. The position will be based in our Nairobi office and will also involve close collaboration with other Nairobi-based colleagues to support Control Risks’ business development in the region. Our analysts are country specialists with backgrounds in the political risk industry, business, academia, journalism, government and/or international organisations. Our analysis is delivered to clients through subscription products and in bespoke consulting engagements. We commonly advise clients on topics such as threats to stability, election outcomes, levels of corruption, sustainability and humanitarian issues, policymaking and regulatory dynamics in certain sectors. The successful candidate will have a strong interest in and deep understanding of political dynamics in East and Southern Africa region, or a sub-set of countries in the region. and a strong background in analysing political and business dynamics in the region. They will have excellent writing and presentation skills, access to well-placed sources, and preferably some experience in business development and client engagement. Willingness to travel and an ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices are vital. Tasks and Responsibilities Writing and delivering analysis Provide regular and high-quality coverage of relevant developments affecting the business environment in the East and Southern Africa region for clients subscribing to Control Risks’ online subscription or retainer services. This will include writing succinct updates on trends and developments across the region in domestic politics, government policy, regulation, humanitarian, operational and security issues. Provide verbal briefings on political, regulatory and security developments in the region to clients across sectors, including but not limited to, mining, oil and gas, financial services, power and infrastructure and telecommunications. Collaborate with colleagues in other geographical regions on analysis of crosscutting global issues and trends where required (geopolitical trends, Islamist militancy, energy transition, social media and technology, etc). Consulting and client engagement: Deliver political risk advisory work on East and Southern African countries. Lead conversations with clients on their requirements for analysis of political, regulatory and operational risks in the region. Scope and write proposals for bespoke consulting engagements on the region. Contribute to the development of compelling client deliverables and propose innovative ways to present facts and analysis to clients. Support and contribute to the delivery of consulting engagements for the wider Africa region as required. Demonstrating expertise Maintain a high level of regional and country expertise on the East and Southern Africa region through research, attendance at relevant seminars and research trips. Contribute to team discussions about political and business risk issues in East and Southern Africa and topical developments on the continent, ensuring coherence with other analysts. Develop and effectively manage relationships with government, academic, journalistic and business contacts in the region and share knowledge about sources with other members of the desk. Use source information astutely and conduct in-person research as and when required, respecting client confidentiality. Marketing and business development Collaborate on business development initiatives for East and Southern Africa, particularly supporting Nairobi office-led client engagement. Contribute to company-wide promotional publications, press releases and sales initiatives. Contribute to regional marketing initiatives including thought leadership (articles, Requirements Knowledge and Experience Essential Knowledge and understanding of key political, regulatory, sector and operational risks for business in East and Southern African countries. Professional experience in consulting, political and security risk analysis, emerging market analysis, market intelligence, public policy, academia, or government, with a focus on East and Southern Africa. Practical experience living, working or travelling in East and Southern Africa, particularly Tanzania, Angola and Namibia. Proven ability to write and verbally communicate with authority and clarity, particularly for commercial and / or non-expert audiences. Network of professional contacts in the East and Southern Africa region (public and private sector, policy and academia, journalism, government, etc.) Preferred: Previous professional experience of political risk analysis on the region and familiarity with business-focused research. Additional language capabilities are a plus (Swahili, Portuguese) Competencies Essential: Ability to independently identify, research and interpret significant events and developments. Ability to write clearly, concisely and authoritatively to tight deadlines. Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills. Excellent public speaking and presentation skills. Eagerness to seize opportunities, resolve problems and deliver work of the highest quality. Ability to adapt well to changing demands. Preferred: Data analysis, manipulation and presentation skills Familiarity with the use and limitations of generative AI tools Sector expertise in oil and gas, mining or telecoms Benefits Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer. We operate a discretionary global bonus scheme that incentivises, and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance. Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements, wherever possible, that emphasise the value of in-person time together - in the office and with our clients - while continuing to support flexible and remote working. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us and are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process. Apply for this job