Control Risks is an independent, global risk consultancy specialising in political, integrity and security risk. We help some of the most influential organisations in the world to understand and manage the risks and opportunities of operating in complex or hostile environments.
We support clients by providing strategic consultancy, expert analysis and in-depth investigations through to handling sensitive political issues and providing practical on the ground protection and support.
We are recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Title: Information Analyst
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Type of Engagement: Permanent, Full time
Department: Crisis Security Consulting
Job Purpose
- Control Risks is seeking an Information Analyst fluent in English to contribute to our interactive online database of political and security incidents in Nigeria.
- Responsibilities include researching, categorising and geocoding incidents for inclusion in the database; performing analytics and generating reports.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Specific duties include but are not limited to:
- Daily task of collecting and compiling information on security, politics and integrity risks and also research relevant information on situations and incidents as required
- Maintain an up-to-date database comprising of security incidents across the country
- Examine the quality control of reports received by checking the incidents, events and facts reported
- Have up-to-date knowledge of events relating to the security environment through monitoring of security incidents, local media and other open sources
- Support activities of GRA, the info manager or equivalent in the development of specific security risk assessments for projects.
- Assist the Information Manager in validating information and also evaluating the reliability of sources and credibility of information
- Performs other duties as directed by the information manager
Qualifications and Specialist Skills
- Graduate Degree - Essential
- Fluent in English - Essential
- Experience of operating within a commercial and team environment - Essential
Required Skills:
- Strong English writing and verbal skills -Essential
- Strong interpersonal skills, proactive approach to work, and an excellent team spirit - Essential
- Ability to work effectively under pressure, demonstrating resilience - Essential
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel and MS Power Point - Essential
Competencies:
1.) Solutions Focused:
- Takes the initiative to proactively resolve issues within own remit and recognise when requires escalation.
2.) One Firm:
- Works with colleagues in a co-operative and supportive manner to achieve joint aims.
- Seeks information, and knows when to ask for support to fulfill role effectively
3.) Client centric:
- Responds to clients positively and is flexible, provides best possible service to clients
Behaviours:
- All employees are expected to display behaviours reflective of our company values: Integrity and Ethics, Collaboration and Teamwork, Commitment to People and Professionalism and Excellence.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates whose experience and aspirations match our requirements should kindly send the following:
Covering letter (maximum of one page) explaining;
- How your experience(s)/qualifications fit the position; and
- Reasons why you want to work for Control Risks.
- Curriculum Vitae (maximum of two pages), stating current salary.
All applications should be sent to:
[email protected]Using ‘Information Analyst, Lagos’ as the subject title of their email application
Note: Please comply with the above standard as it determines the success of your application.