Desk Research Consultant for Multi-State Conflict Analysis - Remote

Overview

Common Ground USA (CG-USA) is seeking a consultant to conduct a desk research-based conflict analysis of five states, focusing on political violence and community resilience.

In Short

• Conduct desk research on political violence in various US states.
• Analyze political, economic, and socio-cultural contexts.
• Identify risks and trends of political violence.
• Assess existing data and identify gaps for further research.
• Collaborate with project teams and attend regular meetings.
• Deliver detailed conflict analysis reports.
• Propose methodology and data collection strategies.
• Submit original data to the project team.
• Work remotely and manage own logistics.
• Contract spans August-September 2025.

Requirements

• More than five years of experience in political violence and conflict dynamics.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across political differences.
• Familiarity with relevant US data sets.
• Experience with threat assessments.
• Strong project management skills.

Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to significant social issues.
• Flexible remote work environment.
• Engagement with diverse leaders and communities.
• Potential for further projects based on performance.
• Access to background materials and data from CG-USA.