Political Risk Consultant, Southern Africa

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Control Risks Full time

At Control Risks, we empower organisations to succeed in a world of ever-changing risk. As a specialist risk consultancy, we help create secure, compliant, and resilient businesses. Our team of experts works across disciplines, technologies, and geographies, providing clients with the insight and intelligence they need to realise opportunities and grow.

We are seeking an experienced political risk analyst to join our team covering political, security, and business-relevant issues in Southern Africa. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to our country risk monitoring platform, Seerist, respond to client queries, and support consulting engagements in the region through cutting-edge analysis. As part of our Sub-Saharan Africa team within the Global Risk Analysis department, you will collaborate closely with colleagues across the region, particularly our Johannesburg-based experts, to help clients navigate complex risk environments.

The successful candidate will have a strong interest in and understanding of political dynamics in Southern Africa or a sub-set of countries in the region. Our analysts are country specialists with backgrounds in the political risk industry, business, academia, journalism, government, and/or international organisations. We advise clients on topics such as threats to stability, election outcomes, levels of corruption, ESG risks, policymaking, and regulatory dynamics in certain sectors. This involves engaging directly with clients and presenting analysis that informs their decision-making.

This role requires the ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices. You will be based in Johannesburg (preferred) or Cape Town and regularly attend the office in Johannesburg, though Control Risks encourages hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Deliver insightful, forward-looking analysis on political, economic, and security developments across the SADC region or a sub-set of countries.
  • Stay at the forefront of regional developments by conducting in-depth research, attending key conferences, and undertaking research trips.
  • Build and maintain country, regional, and sector-specific databases to support ongoing analysis.
  • Foster strong relationships with Africa-focused colleagues across Control Risks' offices, ensuring knowledge-sharing and collaboration.
  • Develop and effectively manage government, academic, journalistic, and business contacts in the region and share knowledge about sources with other members of the team.


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