RESEARCH ASSISTANT.

Duties

Specific Duties Include

Program Support:

• Support the development, planning, and execution of hosted events.
• Oversee translation of publications, maintain distribution lists and publication inventory, curate impact metrics, and provide periodic travel support.
  
  

Research

• Conduct background research in support of Africa Center publications and infographics (including on African elections, term limits, legacies of military governments, and designated country contexts).
• Edit and provide substantive feedback to Africa Center research products.
• Interview subject matter experts and practitioners in support of Africa Center research initiatives.
• Identify, compile, and analyze quantitative datasets in support of research projects.
• Research and write analytic products for Africa Center and external publications.
  
  

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or be exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.ssa.gov/)
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• The position is governed by 10 USC 1595 and NDUI 1416.0l dated March 2017.
• Must be able and willing to travel both domestically and internationally. Travel is seldom required. Less than 20 % of the time.
• The incumbent must be able to successfully obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
  
  

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must:

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a relevant discipline
• Demonstrated relevant professional experience and aptitude in African security studies and program management
• Previous African studies or Africa experience.
• Outstanding analytical, writing, and oral communications skills with an ability to express complex concepts and findings in clear and concise prose to a foreign policy audience
• Excellent research capacity including proficiency to independently explore literature and distill relevant issues across a range of African security topics
• Strong editing skills. Ability to provide constructive comments and quality control on research documents as they are drafted and finalized
• Highly organized individual with ability to plan, schedule, and implement comprehensive projects.
• Mature personality who can take initiative, work independently, and stay focused on a task through to completion.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with diverse cultures in a team-based work environment. Must be well-organized, detail-oriented, and possess the ability to multi-task.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to effectively converse professionally in French, Arabic, or an African language
• Field experience in Africa
• Previous published works
• Experience in building collaborative relationships across agencies and organizations
  
  

Education

Education Requirement: Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education or, international equivalent.

Official Transcripts: Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if the position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified PRIOR to appointment, if selected for the role.

• An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click
  
  

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence PRIOR to appointment.

• • Qualifying education from colleges and universities in foreign countries must be evaluated in terms of equivalency to that acquired in U.S. colleges and universities. Applicants educated in whole or in part in foreign countries must submit sufficient evidence, including transcripts, to an accredited private organization for an equivalency evaluation of course work and degree. You must provide a copy of the letter containing the results of the equivalency evaluation upon request. Failure to provide such documentation when requested will result in lost consideration.
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Additional information

NDU has a comprehensive benefits package that includes retirement, social security, and thrift savings; health, life, and long term care insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. NDU employees enjoy flexible work schedules, transit subsidy, and the opportunity to telecommute.

Background or Security Investigation: This is a Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS/Moderate Risk) position which requires a background investigation. The individual selected for this position is required to obtain and maintain a Secret security determination to occupy a Noncritical Sensitive (NCS/Moderate Risk) position within the agency as a condition of employment.

Initial Probationary Period: You will be required to serve an initial probationary period of 18 months.

Reemployed Annuitants: Department of Defense has the authority to hire annuitants without reduction in pay. For more information, go to:

All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-4434 for assistance.

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
  
  

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.