Location: Guangzhou
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: 20000 – 30000 CNY /Month
Key Responsibilities
– Security – related:
– For Sahel Security Experts and West Africa Security Analysts: Continuously analyze the security situation in the Sahel region and West Africa. Identify emerging threats, trends, and opportunities. Provide strategic advice on security – related matters, including risk mitigation strategies for projects and investments in the region.
– Gather and analyze security – related data from multiple sources, including on – the – ground reports, intelligence, and official statements.
– Collaborate with other security experts and teams to develop comprehensive security assessments.
– Participate in security – related workshops and conferences, representing our organization and sharing your expertise.
– Mining – related:
– West Africa Mining Experts and Former West Africa Mining Officials: Monitor mining activities in West Africa, especially in Guinea, Ghana, and Nigeria. Keep track of policy changes, new mining regulations, and emerging investment opportunities.
– Provide in – depth analysis of the impact of mining policies on the industry, investment, and local communities.
– Advise on mining – related projects, including feasibility studies, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance.
– Engage with local mining communities, understanding their concerns and advocating for sustainable and community – friendly mining practices.
– Journalism – related:
– Nigerian Political Journalists: Report on political developments in Lagos and Abuja. Provide accurate and timely news, analysis, and insights into Nigerian politics, policies, and decision – making processes.
– Namibian Journalists: Cover news and events in Namibia, especially those relevant to our organization’s interests. Contribute to in – depth reporting and analysis of Namibian affairs.
– All journalists: Develop and maintain a network of reliable sources to ensure access to exclusive information. Write engaging and well – researched articles, reports, and opinion pieces for our various platforms. Collaborate with other journalists and researchers to produce comprehensive coverage of regional issues.
Requirements
– Experience:
– For Sahel Security Experts: At least 5 years of experience in researching and monitoring the Sahel security situation, with a proven ability to obtain first – hand information.
– West Africa Security Analysts: 3 – 5 years of experience in local West African security companies or in – depth research on West African security.
– West Africa Mining Experts: 5 – 7 years of experience in the West African mining industry or related research.
– Former West Africa Mining Officials: Previous employment in the mining departments of Guinea, Ghana, or Nigeria for at least 3 years.
– Nigerian Political Journalists: 3 – 5 years of experience as a journalist covering Nigerian politics, preferably based in Lagos or Abuja.
– Namibian Journalists: 2 – 4 years of experience working for “The Namibian” newspaper or in Namibian journalism.
– Expertise:
– Deep understanding of the security, political, and economic landscapes of the Sahel region and West Africa.
– Knowledge of mining policies, regulations, and industry trends in West Africa.
– For journalists, a strong understanding of journalistic ethics, reporting techniques, and the political and social contexts of their respective regions.
– Skills:
– Exceptional analytical and research capabilities.
– Ability to communicate complex information clearly, both in writing and verbally.
– For security experts and mining professionals, the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously. For journalists, the ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast – paced environment.
– Strong networking skills to build and maintain relationships with sources, colleagues, and stakeholders.
– Network:
– For security experts, reliable contacts within security forces, intelligence agencies, and local communities in the Sahel and West Africa.
– Mining experts should have contacts in the mining industry, government agencies, and research institutions.
– Journalists must have a wide network of political figures, government officials, and sources within their respective regions.