Syria Analyst

We are Searchers. 

We are over 600 strong worldwide. We believe in our mission to end violent conflict.  

It’s our purpose- our call to action. 
 

A Searcher understands our vision of a world where: 

Differences stimulate social progress, rather than precipitate violence

Respect for and cooperation with those we disagree with is considered the norm

A Searcher is a dedicated, enthusiastic and passionate individual, committed to our values:
Shared Humanity, Empathy, Impartiality, Inclusivity, Courage, Hope, Humility and Audacity.

With headquarters in Washington, DC and Brussels, Belgium, we implement projects from 55 offices in 34 countries, including in Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the United States. You will be joining other highly motivated Searchers with a good team spirit and through commitment and dedication, have opportunities to grow.

We are searching for…

A Syria Analyst who will assist in the implementation of a project promoting the collaboration between Syrian Civil Society actors and strengthen the capacities of Syrian agents of change in mediation and conflict resolution.

In this position, the successful candidate will work closely with the Syria program specialist on context analysis, peace building initiatives, and conflict analysis in the areas of operations, updating on a regular basis the safety and security matrix, contributing to contingency planning and risk mitigation measures. More specifically, the Syria analyst will support day-to-day operations, ensuring that activities and the operation team are aware if of the rapidly changing context.

Your contribution

The roles and responsibilities will include:

• Research the current political situation in Syria and previous activities by other organizations targeting civil society, drawing on multiple sources including experts, secondary literature, media and human sources and provide in depth analysis of the context, conflict and developments of the overall situation in Syria;
• Contribute to the overall analysis of the Search regarding the political and security context inside Syria, including the impact of regional and international developments on the dynamics on the ground in Syria;
• Provide specific and periodic analysis briefs about the situation in each of the targeted communities from information received from inside Syria and other sources;
• Gather and analyze results and formulate them into case studies;
• Draw on this knowledge to inform other areas of work and provide input into written documents, including proposals and reports for donors, as needed;
• Implement and comply with policies/ procedures for risk and safety management;
• Assist in facilitating security briefings for Search staff;
• Provide analysis in regards to Search programming and conflict dynamics;
• Produce monthly briefs reports and presentations covering most relevant conflict and peace building and conflict transformation related events in the region;
• Produce ad hoc researches/contextual analysis and contribute to thematic reports;
• Produce weekly report, detailing the scope, direction, and impact of the regional conflict;
• Assess risk in relevant program areas;
• Conduct contextual briefings for Search staff;
• Monitor media outlets, get information about the conflict dynamics and Stay well informed with political, security, humanitarian and economic developments;
• Translate, synthesize, and analyze primary qualitative data related to local political, economic, and social trends;
• Maintain a security resource database of security manuals, and other practical tools and documents accessible to Search staff.

As job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the position holder may be required to undertake other duties that are broadly in line with the above key duties.

You are…

Search Lebanon seeks an experienced Syria Analyst with the following qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in a related area, preferably in Middle Eastern studies, conflict resolution, international studies, peace-building, human rights or related area;
• Minimum of three (3) years of related research experience, including both academic and project-oriented research;
• Familiarity with the Syrian conflict and civil society networks;
• Excellent written and spoken English skills required, including demonstrated ability in writing briefing papers and other information products, and fluency in Arabic;
• Able to read, digest and accurately analyze large amounts of information, provide succinct summaries and explain the significance of that information;
• Previous experience working with Syrian civil society and in a similar project is considered an advantage;
• Proven ability to negotiate multiple relationships with various partners for research purposes;
• Demonstrated writing and analytical skills;
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills;
• Strong oral and written communications skills;
• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel;
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

The selected candidate would be expected to start in January 2019 and hold the position through April 2019.