The Zambakari Advisory, L.L.C. is a newly incorporated firm which leverages experts worldwide to provide consulting and advisory services to individuals, businesses, and organizations in Africa and in the Middle East. Together we provide strategic analysis and intelligence, technical capacity support with transitional processes, forecasting, and political and economic analysis that minimizes exposure to volatile events. We deliver customized services and creative approaches to successfully conducting business, and supporting state/nation-building processes in Africa and in the Middle East.

The Organization: 
The Zambakari Advisory, L.L.C. is a newly incorporated firm which leverages experts worldwide to provide consulting and advisory services to individuals, businesses, and organizations in Africa and the Middle East. We provide strategic analysis and intelligence, technical capacity support with transitional processes, forecasting, as well as political and economic analysis that minimize exposure to volatile events. We deliver customized services and creative approaches to successfully conduct business, and support state/nation-building processes in Africa and in the Middle East.

Our Services:

• Socio-Political Analysis & Strategic Intelligence 
• Political Transitions Advisory Services
• Risk Assessment and Program Evaluation
• Business Development, Economic & Financial Analysis 
• Auditing Services & Forecasting Analysis

​Research Fellowship Program:
The Zambakari Advisory Fellowship Program gives individuals an opportunity to develop firsthand experience in the fields of international affairs, security, and development with a focus on Africa and the Middle East. This is a unique opportunity to strengthen research skills and practical experience working with a young and dynamic consulting firm.

Description:
The Fellowship Program offers pre-and doctoral students and young professionals in the social sciences an opportunity to contribute to the Advisory’s body of research under the supervision of senior experts and consultants. Fellows will become a part of a diverse and highly experienced team, and work under the close supervision of the Advisory’s CEO and consultants. Publications that are completed as a part of the fellowship will become available to the Advisory’s extensive audience, and shared at relevant conferences when applicable.

​Responsibilities:  
The candidate must hold a master degree to be considered for the program and possess excellent knowledge and research skills to help contribute to our research and advisory work. Fellows are expected to produce a research product (e.g., research reports, peer reviewed articles, book manuscript) during their tenure (at least one report per semester and one peer reviewed manuscript every six months). We welcome applicants working within a broad range of topics related to peace, human rights, transitional processes, international security, development, and trade.

 Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and two writing samples, showing how their skills, experience or aptitude are aligned to the desired qualifications outlined for this fellowship. We are accepting candidates on a rolling basis. Materials should be submitted to Dr. Christopher Zambakari at: [email protected]. This is an unpaid fellowship which can be done remotely. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.zambakari.org/.

The Organization:
The Zambakari Advisory, L.L.C. is a newly incorporated firm which leverages experts worldwide to provide consulting and advisory services to individuals, businesses, and organizations in Africa and in the Middle East. Together we provide strategic analysis and intelligence, technical capacity support with transitional processes, forecasting, and political and economic analysis that minimizes exposure to volatile events. We deliver customized services and creative approaches to successfully conducting business, and supporting state/nation-building processes in Africa and in the Middle East.

Our Services:

• Socio-Political Analysis & Strategic Intelligence
• Political Transitions Advisory Services
• Risk Assessment and Program Evaluation
• Business Development, Economic & Financial Analysis
• Auditing Services & Forecasting Analysis

The Internship Program:
The Zambakari Advisory internship program is designed to give individuals an opportunity to gain firsthand experience in the fields of international affairs, security, and development with a focus on Africa and the Middle East. This is a unique opportunity to get practical experience working with a young and dynamic consulting firm. Internships are online based and course credit can be arranged if acceptable to your academic institution. One Summer 2016 internship is available for a qualified candidate.

Intern Responsibilities:
We are seeking candidates with excellent English communication skills, ability to work in a fast-paced environment and collaborate in a team atmosphere, and contribute original solutions to complex problems. Given our regional focus an interest in political, social, and economic affairs in Africa and the Middle East is important. The business development intern will support the CEO of the Zambakari Advisory to:

• Monitor news and developments around the world and produce industry and country specific analyses for the firm
• Conduct basic market research and perform competitive analyses
• Assist in identifying potential business opportunities and prospective clients
• Translate academic and technical knowledge for mainstream consumption
• Support the marketing of the firm’s services

To apply, send your cover letter, resume, two writing samples (bet. 500-2500 words), and two references to Dr. Christopher Zambakari at: c.zambakari@zambakari.org. This internship is unpaid but school credit is available. We offer great mentoring, flexible working schedules, and ask for a minimum of 15-20 hours a week. For more information, please visit our page at http://www.zambakari.org/.

​Marketing Internship

The Organization:
The Zambakari Advisory, L.L.C. is a newly incorporated firm which leverages experts worldwide to provide consulting and advisory services to individuals, businesses, and organizations in Africa and in the Middle East. Together we provide strategic analysis and intelligence, technical capacity support with transitional processes, forecasting, and political and economic analysis that minimizes exposure to volatile events. We deliver customized services and creative approaches to successfully conducting business, and supporting state/nation-building processes in Africa and in the Middle East.

Our Services:

• Socio-Political Analysis & Strategic Intelligence
• Political Transitions Advisory Services
• Risk Assessment and Program Evaluation
• Business Development, Economic & Financial Analysis
• Auditing Services & Forecasting Analysis

The Internship Program:
The Zambakari Advisory internship program is designed to give individuals an opportunity to gain firsthand experience in the fields of international affairs, security, and development with a focus on Africa and the Middle East. This is a unique opportunity to get practical experience working with a young and dynamic consulting firm. Internships are online based and course credit can be arranged if acceptable to your academic institution. One summer 2016 internship is available for a qualified candidate.

Intern Responsibilities:
We are looking for candidates that can bring their creative skills and marketing knowledge to the firm to support the packaging and promotion of our services. Candidate must be highly motivated and be able to work independently and in an unstructured/start up environment with little supervision. The candidate must have excellent English communication skills, strong initiative, attention to detail, social media proficiency, and an interest in political, social, and economic affairs in Africa and the Middle East. The marketing intern will coordinate with the CEO of the Zambakari Advisory to:

• Draft, distribute, and pitch news releases, media alerts, and other stories
• Support the with content development, marketing of services and tracking online impact
• Assist with design of marketing materials, presentations and maximize content delivery to target audiences
• Support the marketing of the firm’s services and assist the web development team in
• Develop social media strategy, monitoring key social media channels, engage with prospective clients

​To apply, send your cover letter, resume, and two references to Dr. Christopher Zambakari at: <c.zambakari@zambakari.org>. This internship is unpaid but school credit is available. We offer great mentoring, flexible working schedules, and ask for a minimum of 15-20 hours a week. For more information, please visit our page at http://www.zambakari.org/.

The Organization:
The Zambakari Advisory, L.L.C. is a newly incorporated firm which leverages experts worldwide to provide consulting and advisory services to individuals, businesses, and organizations in Africa and in the Middle East. Together we provide strategic analysis and intelligence, technical capacity support with transitional processes, forecasting, and political and economic analysis that minimizes exposure to volatile events. We deliver customized services and creative approaches to successfully conducting business, and supporting state/nation-building processes in Africa and in the Middle East.

Our Services:

• Socio-Political Analysis & Strategic Intelligence
  
• Political Transitions Advisory Services
  
• Risk Assessment and Program Evaluation
  
• Business Development, Economic & Financial Analysis
  
• Auditing Services & Forecasting Analysis

The Internship Program:
The Zambakari Advisory internship program is designed to give individuals an opportunity to gain firsthand experience in the fields of international affairs, security, and development with a focus on Africa and the Middle East. This is a unique opportunity to get practical experience working with a young and dynamic consulting firm. Internships are online based and course credit can be arranged if acceptable to your academic institution. One summer 2016 internship is available for a qualified candidate.

Intern Responsibilities
We are looking for a candidate who can assist with data analysis and research on a longitudinal study of violent incidences in South Sudan. The Data Analyst Research Aide will work directly with the Advisory’s Statistician.

• The primary responsibility will be fivefold (a) prepare (clean, validate, and restructure) quantitative data into a reliable and usable format, (b) recode data and create new variables as directed, (c) summarize data with charts, tables and descriptive statistics, (d) document data processing steps, (e) develop skills in a range of data processing software including Excel, MS Access, SPSS, and perhaps infographic applications.
• Training on basic quantitative research methods, data entry, data management, analysis will be provided. Working under supervision, the intern will work independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively with statistician and investigators.

Desired Qualifications:
Candidate must be detailed oriented and capable of handling confidential information; possess the ability to follow directions; excellent organizational and time management skills; effective verbal and written communication skills. Previous enrollment in a database management, statistic, or technical/computer is preferred. Experience, skills or propensity in using relational database or statistical software is preferred.

To apply, send your cover letter and resume, showing how your skills, experience or aptitude are aligned to this internship and desired qualifications to Dr. Christopher Zambakari at: c.zambakari@zambakari.org. This internship is unpaid but school credit is available. We offer great mentoring, flexible working schedules, and ask for a minimum of 15-20 hours a week. For more information, please visit our page at http://www.zambakari.org/.

The Organization:
The Zambakari Advisory, L.L.C. is a newly incorporated firm which leverages experts worldwide to provide consulting and advisory services to individuals, businesses, and organizations in Africa and in the Middle East. Together we provide strategic analysis and intelligence, technical capacity support with transitional processes, forecasting, and political and economic analysis that minimizes exposure to volatile events. We deliver customized services and creative approaches to successfully conducting business, and supporting state/nation-building processes in Africa and in the Middle East.

Our Services:

• Socio-Political Analysis & Strategic Intelligence
  
• Political Transitions Advisory Services
  
• Risk Assessment and Program Evaluation
  
• Business Development, Economic & Financial Analysis
  
• Auditing Services & Forecasting Analysis

The Internship Program:
The Zambakari Advisory internship program is designed to give individuals an opportunity to gain firsthand experience in the fields of international affairs, security, and development with a focus on Africa and the Middle East. This is a unique opportunity to get practical experience working with a young and dynamic consulting firm. Internships are online based and course credit can be arranged if acceptable to your academic institution. One summer 2016 internship is available for a qualified candidate.

Intern Responsibilities:
We are looking for candidates that can assist with database management, mapping and data visualization for research undertaken by the firm such as the longitudinal study of violent incidences in South Sudan, internal displacement, and violent incidents in Africa and the Middle East. The Intern will work directly with the research team under the supervision of The Advisory’s Statistician to.

• Create maps, graphics and other visualization using the company’s spatial data sources, edit and re-project spatial data for usage in the organization’s projects
• Assist the research team to meet data needs such as integrating existing database with geospatial data
• Analyze and correlate data from a variety of sources, generate GIS digital data, thematic maps, map layouts and other visuals/graphics
• Develop and maintain databases for a variety of projects and produce maps and related data for inclusion in publications

Training on basic quantitative research methods, data entry, data management, and analysis will be provided. Working under supervision, the intern will work independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively with consultants and investigators.

Desired Qualifications:
Candidate must be detail oriented and capable of handling confidential information; possess the ability to follow directions; excellent organizational and time management skills; and work collaboratively and independently in a team environment. Previous enrollment in a database management, GIS, Macro / C / C++ / Visual Basic programming skills and statistic is preferred. Experience with a data visualization software, relational database (e.g., MS ACCESS), or SQL is preferred.

To apply, send your cover letter and resume, showing how your skills, experience or aptitude are aligned to this internship and desired qualifications to Dr. Christopher Zambakari at: c.zambakari@zambakari.org. This internship is unpaid but school credit is available. We offer great mentoring, flexible working schedules, and ask for a minimum of 15-20 hours a week. For more information, please visit our page at http://www.zambakari.org/