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Job Title:Research Assistants (Several Vacancies)

African Energy is a respected source of independent analysis on the continent’s energy industries, produced by Cross-border Information (CbI), a globally recognised business intelligence company with a long established research focus on the politics, energy and financial sector trends of Africa and the Middle East.

First published in 1998 under the FT brand and bought by CbI in 2003, African Energy’s work is based on the foundation of experienced staff analysts – African Energy has been produced by the same lead team since its launch in 1998 – and a network of correspondents and sources across more than 40 African countries.

Through continual monitoring of developments, African Energy has established itself at the forefront of informed commentary and analysis on this most vital of sectors for the continent’s future and as a leading provider of cartographical resources.

African Energy has a strong focus on emerging energy trends and the political risk issues that concern established operators, new entrants and the finance sector. Clients come to us for incisive and informed analysis on the issues, events, people and organisations that affect their businesses and interests.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Carry out literature reviews
Collect and analyze data
Compile and prepare materials for submission to granting agencies and foundations
Prepare materials for UW Human Subjects Committee review
Prepare interview questions
Recruit and/or interview subjects
Maintain accurate records of interviews, safeguarding the confidentiality of subjects, as necessary
Summarize interviews
Provide ready access to all experimental data for the faculty researcher and/or supervisor
Request or acquire equipment or supplies necessary for the project
Manage and respond to project related email
Prepare, maintain, and update website materials
Manage undergraduate students working on the research project (maintaining records on assignment completion, acting as liaison/mediator between the undergraduate students and the faculty researcher)
Attend project meetings
Attend area seminars and other meetings as necessary

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

The applicant must also hold a Good Bachelor’s degree
The applicant should be highly proficient in both spoken and written English
Possess good computer literacy skills i.e. competency in the use of Microsoft Office (in general)
The candidate should preferably hold a year’s experience

How to apply for the job:

If you are interested in being one of the Research Assistants, please E-mail your CV and cover letter to: energyprojectsafrica@gmail.com

Deadline: August 18, 2014 by 11am

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