Senior Analyst, Libya, North Africa and Sahel Observatory

About the role

The Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime (GI-TOC) is looking for a Senior Analyst to carry out research and analysis on the political economy of human smuggling and trafficking in Libya and neighbouring regions in North Africa and the Sahel. Secondary work covers broader research on the political economy of illicit markets in the same area. The post is based in Malta and involves close collaboration with the Director of the North Africa and Sahel Observatory, the Head of Research and the wider regional analytic team.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research on human smuggling and trafficking in Libya and neighbouring areas in North Africa and the Sahel.
• Contribute to the research and writing of public reports, briefs and articles on the political economy of human smuggling and trafficking.
• Support the development of events and initiatives around illicit and informal economies in Libya.

Required profile

• Master's or PhD in a relevant field such as international relations, criminal justice or migration studies.
• 5-10 years of experience in investigations, analysis or research on organized crime, human smuggling, from civil society, think tanks, journalism or government.
• Ability to spot information gaps, research, synthesize information, develop analysis and write under tight deadlines.
• Comfortable working in politically sensitive environments and with a range of actors, with sound judgement on risks to self, sources and partners.
• Applicants from North Africa or the Levant are encouraged to apply.

Required skills

• Native or equivalent spoken and written English; Arabic is a plus.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal and time-management skills, with attention to detail.
• Operational resilience, investigative focus, political astuteness, discretion and collegiality.

The contract is fixed-term for one year with the possibility of renewal. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.