Eastern Europe Researcher

Department: Programs

Office: Arlington, VA

Navanti has a requirement for an Eastern Europe-focused researcher to work with our multidisciplinary team who can use their knowledge of politics, government, and social issues within the region. Candidates should have knowledge and/or experience in Eastern Europe or the former Soviet Union more broadly sufficient to gather and analyze data pertinent to the media environment, demographics, and security affairs. The candidate will be responsible for collecting information from open sources, including regional and other non-English news outlets, social media, blogs, academic literature, local contacts, and other sources.

Minimum Required Qualifications:
Open-source analysis skills

Strong writing and editing abilities

Literacy in the Eastern European media landscape

Familiarity with the politics, culture, and history of at least one Eastern European country

Proficiency in a regional language

Desired Experience:
Background in Russian, Baltic, or Ukrainian studies

Understanding of the conflict in eastern Ukraine

Experience living in, studying, or working on topics related to Eastern Europe or the wider former Soviet Union

Data management and analysis

Education + Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree minimum; Master’s Degree in regional studies or related field preferred

Language:
Working proficiency in a regionally relevant language required, strong command of Russian or Ukrainian highly desirable

Security Clearance:
None required; ability to obtain minimum of SECRET clearance desired
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