Political Economy Analysis Advisor Job at Creative Associates International Inc., Washington DC

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  • Creative Associates International Inc.
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike. Position Summary: Creative Associates seeks a Political Economy Analysis (PEA) Advisor for forthcoming donor-funded governance programs in West Africa. The PEA Advisor will implement a “thinking and working politically” approach through political economy analysis. The PEA Advisor will conduct desk and field research that will inform the creation of an operating environment for flexible, context-driven programming approaches. Reporting & Supervision: The PEA Advisor reports to the Chief of Party (COP). Expected Outcomes: Understanding of operating context, including institutions, power dynamics, and incentives. Implementation of “best-fit” activities, grounded in contextual realities. Rapid cycles of learning and adaptation throughout program implementation. Primary Responsibilities: Conduct desk and field research to develop deep understanding of on-the-ground conditions and local political economy dynamics; Conduct research to map the landscape of related donor-funded activities; Develop analysis of political economy to ground truth programming approaches and refine program’s theory of change; Create a program learning agenda; and Perform other duties as assigned by the COP. Required Skills & Qualifications: Advanced degree (master’s or doctorate) in social sciences, conflict resolution, law, political science, international development, or a related field; At least five (5) years of demonstrated experience conducting in-depth political economy assessments or similar analysis in conflict-affected and fragile states with international organizations or research institutions; Demonstrated experience with a range of research approaches that support and/or complement political economy analysis, including qualitative and quantitative research, conflict assessment, and/or gender analysis; Experience integrating views of different stakeholders at multiple levels to inform policy and programming decisions and activities; Expertise in incorporating PEA learning into program design, monitoring, evaluation, indicator development, impact analysis, and collaborative learning; Knowledge of analytical tools employed in crisis-affected/fragile contexts; and Excellent oral and written communication skills in French and English. Local and regional candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) #J-18808-Ljbffr

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