Bilingual Research Assistant - CDD Ghana

Ghana Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) is a non-governmental, non-partisan civil society think tank that has been working since 1998 to advance democracy, good governance, and inclusive development in Ghana and the rest of Africa through research and analysis, policy and civic engagement, and strategic interventions and partnerships. The Center harnesses the power of evidence-informed analysis and ideas to stimulate public dialogue and inform and influence public policy in furtherance of its mission and vision.

Purpose:

CDD-Ghana is seeking the services of a Bilingual Research Assistant to support its International Desk in conducting comprehensive research and policy analysis on the activities and impacts of international actors on democratic consolidation and inclusive development in West and Central Africa. The Research Assistant will assist in generating evidence-based research and policy analysis across various thematic areas to facilitate advocacy and engagement with regional and international stakeholders.

Background

Established in 1998, Ghana Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) is an independent not-for-profit think-and-do-tank that works through research, policy engagement, thought leadership, and civic dialogue and partnerships to promote and strengthen democracy, good governance, and inclusive development in Ghana and the rest of Africa. A founding Core Partner (and Ghana National Partner) of Afrobarometer, CDD-Ghana is also the convenor and secretariat for the Coalition of Domestic Election Observers (CODEO), West Africa Election Observers Network (WAEON), and West Africa Democracy Solidarity Network (WADEMOS).

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the Research Assistant will include:

1. Assist in conducting literature reviews on the activities and actions of global and regional powers, including their interests, dynamics, and impacts on democratic consolidation and inclusive development in West and Central Africa.
2. Support in monitoring, collecting, and analyzing data from various sources, including research-based institutions; case studies, and comparative studies, to understand the political economy surrounding international engagements and their implications on democratic processes in West and Central Africa.
3. Contribute to the quarterly assessment of the general state of transitional governance in West and Central Africa, and assist in the review of transitional frameworks and processes used by juntas per regional and sub-regional protocols on democracy and good governance, and other international standards and best practices to inform policy uptake.
4. Support in drafting research reports, policy briefs, and analytical documents while assisting in the publication and dissemination of research findings.
5. Undertake any other tasks as assigned by the supervisors.

Required Skills or Experience

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Development Studies, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in conducting research on international affairs, democratic governance, or related fields (focus on West or Central Africa is an advantage)
• Demonstrated ability to analyze international engagements and trend analysis, and their impact on democratic consolidation and inclusive development.
• Strong research and analytical skills, including proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Excellent writing skills, with the ability to assist in producing high-quality research reports and policy briefs.
• Ability to work remotely, independently, and collaboratively in a multicultural environment.
• Proficiency in English and French is required.

Duration

This will be a full-time position for an initial period of one year, renewable based on performance and funding availability.

Remuneration

Attractive, commensurate with experience and qualification.

Location

The primary location for this position is CDD-Ghana. However, the Research Assistant may have the option to work remotely periodically.

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