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Data Analyst Research Aide Internship

11/8/2016

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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/.

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