Eurasia Group is the world’s leading global political risk research and consulting firm. By providing information and insight on how political developments move markets, we help clients anticipate and respond to instability and opportunities everywhere they invest or do business. Our expertise includes developed and developing countries in every region of the world, specific economic sectors, and the business and investment playing fields of the future. With our best-in-class advisory and consulting offerings and GZERO Media, the Eurasia Group umbrella provides the marketplace with a complete political risk solution. Headquartered in New York, we have offices in Washington, London, San Francisco, Brasilia, Sao Paulo, Singapore, and Tokyo, as well as on-the-ground experts and resources in more than a hundred countries. “Politics first” grounds our work: Politics is the lens through which we view the world, and we are committed to analysis that is free of political bias and the influence of private interests.
Position overview: Associate, Africa, Washington DC
We are seeking an Associate that will contribute research on political and economic developments across the region, with a particular focus on Nigeria, South Africa, and regional trends pertaining to markets, the energy transition, and digital & payments infrastructure.
In this role, you will:
- Conduct in-depth research on the implications of market, economic, and political developments in major African economies such as Nigeria and South Africa
- Lead research collaborations between the Africa practice and corporate teams on topics including energy, climate policy, geo-technology, and critical minerals
- Shape the practice’s views on pan-African affairs, particularly relations with critical partners such as the US, China, and the EU
- Publish short- and long-form research pieces featuring clear, forward looking calls
- Regularly brief clients on developments in sectors including finance, energy, telecommunications, and retail
- Manage special research projects commissioned by clients
Qualifications:
- Have 2-4 years of experience on Africa and other corporate sectors
- An advanced degree in political science, economics, or a related discipline is strongly preferred
- An understanding of financial markets and public finance is strongly preferred
- On-the-ground experience in Africa is preferred
- French proficiency is a bonus
- Quantitative analysis/programming skills are a bonus
- Ability to work under tight deadlines
- A collaborative and team-oriented spirit
- Excellent analytical and presentation (oral and written) skills
This position will be based in Washington DC.
We strive to put politics first for our clients. This requires us to maintain a company culture that puts people first. We are committed to fostering an environment that is inclusive, empowering, and globally-minded. We firmly believe that diversity in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, cultural background, religion, disability, and age brings ideas and perspectives to the table that make our analysis stronger for our clients and make our company a better place to work for our people. Our leadership team is committed to embedding diversity and inclusion into everything we do and how we lead.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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