Counter-Terrorism Consultant – Africa Regional Security (Remote)

Description (Public)

Location: 100% Remote

Employment Type: Independent Consultant / Contract

Position Overview

The Counter-Terrorism Consultant will provide expert analysis on terrorism, violent extremism, insurgencies, and broader regional security dynamics across Africa. The successful candidate will assess how security developments may affect international trade, foreign investment, supply chains, and business operations, delivering actionable intelligence to support our clients and internal advisory teams.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

· Monitor and analyze terrorism, insurgencies, and regional security developments across Africa.

· Assess geopolitical and security risks that may impact trade, investment, logistics, and commercial operations.

· Produce high-quality intelligence reports, country risk assessments, strategic briefings, and client-ready analyses.

· Identify emerging threats and evaluate their implications for businesses operating in African markets.

· Provide practical recommendations to support risk mitigation, market entry, and operational planning.

· Contribute to research projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary consulting teams.

· Maintain awareness of political, economic, and security developments relevant to regional stability.

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

· Minimum of three years of professional experience in counter-terrorism, regional security, geopolitical risk, intelligence analysis, or security consulting.

· Demonstrated knowledge of Africa's security landscape and regional geopolitical dynamics.

· Strong analytical, research, and report-writing skills.

· Ability to communicate complex security issues in a clear, concise, and business-focused manner.

· Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment and manage multiple assignments.