Global Conflict Analyst

Council on Foreign Relations•Washington, DC

9d•$63,000 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

CFR’s David Rockefeller Studies Program is one of the country’s largest foreign policy think tanks with a widely respected and influential research staff. CFR’s Wachenheim Center for Peace and Security (WCPS) is seeking a global conflict analyst to help manage its award-winning Global Conflict Tracker (GCT), and contribute to other work within the Center. They will report to WCPS’s director and collaborate with other WCPS staff members, including interns. This position is based in CFR’s New York City office at least three days per week. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays are considered institutional anchor days where all staff are required to be onsite. Effective Monday, September 14, 2026, CFR employees will be based on-site at least four days per week. CFR’s remote working schedule is subject to change.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in security studies, international relations, area studies, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred, but not required.
A minimum of 3 years of related work experience.
Knowledge/familiarity with conflict dynamics in one or more regions, preferably Africa and the Middle East.
Familiarity with conflict-related data sources.
Proficiency with data visualization tools (Datawrapper, ArcGIS, QGIS) and data analysis.
Experience with rigorous sourcing and fact-checking.
Experience with website content management.
Ability to produce clear, policy-relevant analysis for non-specialist audiences.
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, including the ability to manage interns and delegate tasks.
Excellent time management and project management skills
Creativity and flexibility.
Attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Conduct research on ongoing and emerging conflicts, with a primary focus on Africa and the Middle East.
Contribute to the development of new data visualization products and interactive features for the GCT.
Track and fact-check news related to GCT pages.
Edit and proofread content.
Create social media and newsletter content to promote the GCT.
Track and manage the budget for projects related to improving and updating the GCT, including monitoring grant information, drafting grant reports and proposals, creating and updating Excel spreadsheets, and preparing vouchers for reimbursement.
Assisting the WCPS team and other fellows within Studies with other projects as needed, including potentially coordinating events, shepherding reports, planning travel, or other logistical support.
Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned or required.