Lediga jobb Nordiska Afrikainst i Uppsala

About the Nordic Africa Institute (NAI)
The Nordic Africa Institute, a Swedish government agency founded in 1962, stands at the forefront of advancing research and informing policy for sustainable development in Africa. We are a knowledge hub for collaborative research, library services and communication that supports a deeper understanding of contemporary African perspectives, challenges and opportunities. As a Swedish research-led public agency and as a beneficiary of several Nordic governments, we are uniquely positioned to play a strategic role in analyzing the challenges and opportunities facing Africa. We believe that credible, legitimate and relevant knowledge can help inform the decision-making that affects people’s lives.

Serving as a vital knowledge hub for a deeper understanding of contemporary Africa in the Nordics, our institute fosters collaboration and knowledge exchange between African and Nordic researchers and policymakers and contributes to sharing African perspectives. Our mission is to generate insights that contribute to informed decision-making and policy development, with a commitment to fostering cooperation, building capacity, and enhancing the visibility and understanding of African issues both regionally and globally. NAI regards co-creation and dialogue as key tools in knowledge building. NAI’s library services provide an excellent repository on contemporary Africa, while its communications unit is constantly developing and tailoring formats that facilitate learning and understanding. NAI strives to communicate in ways that are practical, useful and attractive to its main target groups.

The Nordic Africa Institute adheres to key values associated with the Swedish civil service: democracy, legality, objectivity, freedom of opinion, respect, efficiency and service. The leadership at NAI is trust-based, and the Institute upholds a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion. Three C’s are embedded within this: Culture, Competence and Capacity. NAI recognizes the shared values of involvement, communication, trust and transparency.

Position Overview
We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced academic scholar with strong management skills for the position of Head of Research. This is a permanent position, but the appointment as Head of Unit is time-limited to five years. This crucial leadership role involves overseeing the institute's research agenda, contributing to the implementation of the institute’s strategy, and ensuring the production of high-quality, impactful research that informs Nordic and African policy-makers and indirectly contributes to sustainable development. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background, strong experience in policy engagement, demonstrated leadership skills, and a commitment to the institute's mission of fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing across diverse perspectives and between science and policy.

 Key Responsibilities

• Strategically and operationally lead the research unit in a professional, social, and compliant manner, and by Swedish labor laws
• Develop and implement the institute’s overarching research agenda, ensuring its alignment with and contribution to the institute’s organizational strategy
• Provide leadership and direction to the research unit and scholarship holders, ensuring the highest research quality standards of
• Active participation in and contribution to the work of the Management Group, contributing to the Institute’s strategic decision-making
• Promote cross-unit collaboration within the institute
• Cultivate and manage partnerships with academic institutions, government agencies, and other relevant stakeholders
• Contribute to policy dialogues in the Nordics and in Africa. Oversee the dissemination of research findings from the institute to inform policymakers
• Contribute to enhancing the institute’s impact and evidencing the contribution through NAI´s monitoring, evaluation and learning framework
• Engage in active fundraising to support research initiatives and attract external research grants
• Promote interdisciplinary research and academic collaboration among African and Nordic researchers
• Represent the institute in national and international forums, advocating for evidence-based policy development

Qualifications

• Professor level within a social sciences discipline
• Extensive experience in research leadership and management positions within an academic or policy institution
• Proven track record of publishing high-quality research in peer-reviewed journals
• Demonstrated ability to secure external research funding
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a transdisciplinary and multi-cultural environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Demonstrated and proven commitment to the values of inclusivity, collaboration, and mutual respect

Merits

• Experience of engaging with Nordic decision-makers
• Working knowledge in additional languages spoken in the Nordic and/or African regions is a merit

Benefits

• Competitive individual salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Opportunity to contribute significantly to meaningful research projects and policy dialogue with decision-makers.
• Flexible working hours and the possibility of remote work.
• Generous wellness allowance.
• Access to professional development opportunities and the experience of working in a high-caliber research institution.
• Access to academic resources and networking opportunities within the Nordic academic community.
• Attractive benefits typical of the Swedish public sector.

Application Process
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application, including a cover letter and curriculum vitae, through our online portal by Friday 7 February 2025.

If you have questions regarding this position, please send an email to [email protected] or contact our HR specialist Hanna Björk [email protected].

The Nordic Africa Institute is committed to promoting equality and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, or differing abilities.

Join us in making a significant impact through research and collaboration. Apply today to become part of the Nordic Africa Institute's mission to provide deeper understanding amongst Nordic decision-makers and associated change-makers of contemporary African perspectives and societal dynamics. Visa mindre

Är du en nyfiken, analytisk och trygg administratör med intresse för och erfarenhet av forskning som rör internationella frågor? Då är du kanske den vi söker för rollen som stöd till den forskning som bedrivs vid Nordiska Afrikainstitutet.

Nordiska Afrikainstitutet (NAI) är en svensk myndighet under Utrikesdepartementet som arbetar på uppdrag av regeringarna i Sverige, Finland och på Island. Vårt uppdrag är att bedriva forskning och sprida kunskap och förståelse om samhällsutvecklingen i det moderna Afrika. Hos oss jobbar drygt 30 personer från både Sverige, övriga Norden och andra länder i världen. Kollegorna är fördelade på fyra enheter som leds av var sin chef. Arbetsspråket är engelska och resor inom Norden och till afrikanska länder kan förekomma.

Vi söker dig som är strukturerad, metodisk, serviceinriktad och du gillar att ligga steget före. Du har administrativ erfarenhet från liknande forskningsorganisationer eller universitet i Sverige.

Du kommer att:

• vara ett stöd i skrivprocessen för forskningsansökningar, kontrakt, datahantering, etiska frågor och projektleveranser
• vara den naturliga knutpunkten för kommunikation mellan projektledare, forskningsfinansiärer och samarbetspartners
• bevaka utvecklingen av forskningsfinansieringen i Sverige och övriga Norden
• spela en viktig roll i utvecklingen av forskningsbudgetar, prognoser och rapporter och aktivt bevaka möjligheterna till forskningsanslag samt policy- och lagändringar
• koordinera sammanställningen av vår interna rapportering (övervakning, utvärdering och lärande) som en del av institutets uppföljning
• vara ett stöd för forskningschefen
• ansvara för att underhålla långsiktiga relationer med strategiska partners i både Norden och Afrika.

Krav för denna tjänst:


• Fil. mag. i ekonomi, statsvetenskap, internationella relationer eller motsvarande
• Minst 3–5 års relevant erfarenhet av att koordinera, leda och stödja forskningsprojekt och/eller arbetat med forskningsfinansiering
• Erfarenhet av att koordinera samhällsvetenskapliga forskningsprojekt
• Mycket god datorvana
• God kommunikativ förmåga och samarbetsförmåga
• Svenska och engelska flytande (skriftligt och muntligt)

Önskvärda erfarenheter


• Erfarenhet av att arbeta med samhällsvetenskapligforskning med relevans för att förstå den afrikanska kontinenten eller det globala syd
• Erfarenhet av utvecklingsfrågor, hållbarhetsperspektiv och Agenda 20230

Förutom kloka, trevliga och engagerade kollegor erbjuder vi:


• möjlighet till visst arbete hemifrån
• generöst friskvårdsbidrag
• gemensam fika varje vecka då ledningen delar information
• vackra omgivningar i botaniska trädgården och återkommande gemensamma aktiviteter, som deltagande i sportevenemang, biobesök, julfest med mera.

 

Om anställningen

Tillsvidareanställning med provanställning. Placering i Uppsala. Startdatum enligt överenskommelse. Läs mer om att arbeta på Nordiska Afrikainstitutet på vår webbplats.

Kontaktpersoner

Eleanor Fisher, forskningschef

Hanna Björk, HR

Fackliga representanter:

Henrik Alfredsson (Saco-S)

 

Samtliga kontaktpersoner kan nås via +46 18 471 52 00 eller genom [email protected].  Mer information om vår pågående forskningsverksamhet, stipendier, bibliotekstjänster och publikationer finns på institutets hemsida: www.nai.uu.se.

Ansökan

Var vänlig skicka in ett komplett CV och ett personligt brev via vårt rekryteringssystem, länk nedan. Institutet främjar lika villkor.

Sista ansökningsdag: 2024-04-01 Visa mindre

Vi söker nu en forskningskommunikatör som främst ska arbeta inom områdena Event och Design.

Nordiska Afrikainstitutet är en svensk myndighet, med kontor i Uppsala. Vi är nära 40 anställda från ett tiotal länder. Vårt uppdrag är att bygga och dela kunskap om samhälleliga utmaningar i det samtida Afrika, och fördjupa förståelsen bland beslutsfattare för afrikanska perspektiv. Vi är forskare, bibliotekarier, kommunikatörer och administratörer. Våra huvudsakliga målgrupper är nordiska beslutsfattare, Afrikafokuserade forskare i Norden och Afrika, studenter och media.

Kommunikationsenheten arbetar med publikationer, möten & event, webb, sociala medier, texter, filmer, bilder och en podd. Bland annat.

Vår eventverksamhet omfattar fysiska, virtuella, och hybrida möten och event i Sverige, Norden, övriga Europa och Afrika. Designfunktionen ansvarar för design och layout av programblad, inbjudningar, broschyrer och policypublikationer, infografik, animation, samt efterlevnad av institutets grafiska profil.

Rollen:

Din uppgift blir att göra forskningsbaserad kunskap tillgänglig och intressant för en primärt icke-akademisk publik. Dina kanaler blir både event och design.

Dina närmaste kollegor blir institutets eventkoordinator samt institutets designansvarige. Du rapporterar till kommunikationschefen. Du har tät kontakt med institutets forskare och stöttar dem gällande format och genomförande av event.

Låter det här som du? Då vill vi höra från dig, senast 16 juni.

 

Arbetsuppgifter:

Event, ca 70%


• Planera, genomföra och utvärdera fysiska, digitala och hybrida möten, briefingar, och event.
• Ansvara för bokning av resor, boende och annan logistik i samband med institutets interna event, briefingar, och större forskarworkshoppar.
• Stötta innehållsmässigt ansvarig forskare samt övriga talare före och under evenemang, främst i logistiska och tekniska frågor.
• Ansvara för att korrekt logg förs över statistik från samtliga event inför årlig rapportering av eventverksamhet.
• Utveckla och utvärdera värdskapet på NAI i samarbete med eventkollega och i samråd med kommunikationschef.
• Bidra till uppdatering av eventinformation på intranät, externwebb och övriga digitala kanaler i samråd med ansvarig för webb och sociala medier.
• Bidra till korrekt hantering av kontaktlistor och inbjudningar.
• Vid behov, bidra till att relevant stöd ges till de event som institutet anordnar utanför Sverige.

Design, ca 30%


• Design och layout av inbjudningar och program i samband med event.
• Vid behov, stötta ansvarig designer i arbete med broschyrer och policypublikationer.
• I samråd med ansvarig designer, utveckla institutets arbete med design och animation.
• Andra uppgifter inom kommunikationsenheten kan förekomma.

Krav för tjänsten:


• Högskoleexamen inom ett för tjänsten relevant område.
• Dokumenterad flerårig erfarenhet av eventarbete.
• Dokumenterad erfarenhet av design och layout.
• Mycket goda kunskaper i Adobe Creative Suite-programmen.
• Mycket goda kunskaper i MS Office-paketet, särskilt Excel
• Mycket god planerings- och organisationsförmåga
• Mycket goda kunskaper i engelska
• Förmåga att hantera flera projekt parallellt.
• Förmåga att hantera tillfälliga arbetstoppar.
• Hög social kompetens, med förmåga att bygga och upprätthålla förtroendefulla professionella relationer.
• Förmåga att arbeta effektivt i grupp, med lyhördhet och respekt för olika kompetenser

Det är meriterande om du har:


• Erfarenhet av arbete med ramavtal
• Erfarenhet av arbete med GDPR
• Erfarenhet av forskningskommunikation
• Erfarenhet av projektledning
• Erfarenhet av webbpublicering

Förutom kloka, trevliga och engagerade kollegor erbjuder vi:


• Möjlighet till visst arbete hemifrån
• Generöst friskvårdsbidrag
• Vackra omgivningar i botaniska trädgården
• Återkommande gemensamma aktiviteter, som deltagande i sportevenemang, biobesök, julfest, och mer.

Om anställningen

Anställningen är tillsvidare, med sex månaders provanställning. Tillträde snarast. Placering Uppsala. Läs mer om att arbeta på Nordiska Afrikainstitutet på vår webbplats.

Kontaktpersoner

Kommunikationschef Victoria Engstrand-Neacsu. HR Hanna Björk. Facklig representant Henrik Alfredsson (Saco-S). Samtliga kontaktpersoner kan nås via +46 18 471 52 00 eller genom [email protected].  Mer information om vår pågående forskningsverksamhet, stipendier, bibliotekstjänster och publikationer finns på institutets hemsida: www.nai.uu.se.

Ansökan:

Ansökningar tas endast emot via vårt sökverktyg och skall innehålla CV och Personligt brev.

Sista ansökningsdagen ör 2024-06-16 Visa mindre

Research Assistant for a project on debt distress and food security in Africa
About the Nordic Africa Institute

The Nordic Africa Institute is a Swedish government agency and has a unique mandate to produce research and inform policy which is relevant to support development in Africa. The Institute has since its establishment in 1962 been an important research, documentation and information centre on modern Africa in the Nordic countries. NAI is jointly financed by the governments of Sweden, Finland and Iceland, and promotes research on and knowledge of contemporary Africa in the Nordic countries, as well as cooperation between mainly African and Nordic researchers. The Institute also disseminates information on current African issues, through publications, seminars, conferences and various policy-related activities.

About the project

Africa’s escalating external debt has become a growing concern, as both debt stock and servicing obligations are soaring to alarming levels across the continent. Contributing factors include limited revenue generation, ineffective public financial management systems, and external shocks such as the Covid-19 pandemic, commodity price fluctuations resulting from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and climate-related disasters. This mounting debt hampers government spending on crucial services such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure, hindering socioeconomic progress and worsening poverty and food insecurity. A new project at NAI will be launched soon to explore the links between debt levels and food security and nutrition on the continent. The project’s findings are expected to offer valuable insights for national governments and international stakeholders to promote sustainable debt management and support economic resilience and growth.

We prefer that the applicant lives within commuting distance from Uppsala.

Key duties

We are recruiting a Research Assistant (RA) to support our project team with various tasks associated with this project. Specifically, the main duties of the holder of this position will include the following:  


• Conducting a comprehensive literature review to document existing evidence on the interlinkages between external debt and food security in low- and middle-income countries;
• Gathering and cleaning data on African debt, macroeconomic indicators, and food security and nutrition from selected databases, and performing preliminary statistical analysis of datasets using Excel and Stata;
• Aiding the study coordinator in designing and executing empirical analyses;
• Providing research, writing, and editing assistance for various project outputs; and
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Competence:

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications and skills:


• A Master’s degree (MSc) in development economics or a related field relevant to the project’s theme.
• Knowledge regarding issues pertaining to Africa’s development challenges, including food insecurity and debt, is advantageous.
• Good quantitative and analytical skills, with proficiency in using statistical software and programming languages such as STATA, SPSS, or R, are required.
• Excellent academic writing abilities and a high level of proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Knowledge in Swedish is considered a merit but not mandatory.
• The candidate will be supervised by a NAI researcher; but should have an ability to work independently.
• Emphasis will also be given to personal suitability.

Desirable/merit

• Knowledge of parties and politics in conflicts in Africa, such as the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Ethiopia, Libya, the Sahel and Somalia
• Good knowledge of data science software for quantitative and qualitative data analysis
• Some knowledge of African research centres, networks and universitities
• Academic or policy research publication record

The application should contain

• A cover letter providing motivation for the application, including any particular interest in working for the Nordic Africa Institute and on the research theme.
• A complete CV with a list of 1) work experience, 2) research (including any study assignments, scientific papers or publications that are relevant to this position), 3) academic training and courses and conferences or events attended and/or organized. Emphasis should be placed on Africa or UN-focused peace and security.
• One writing sample by the applicant that relates to the thematic area of research. (list the publication in your cover letter with an online link, and/or attach a PDF file in the documents in the online system).
• The name, professional title and addresses (phone, e-mail) of one reference.

As part of the recruitment process, shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview and submit a writing sample.

Contact persons:
Professor Assem Abu Hatab ([email protected]), Senior Researcher and Head of the Research Project. Trade Union representative: Henrik Alfredsson (Saco-S) ([email protected]). All can be reached at +46 18 471 52 00 or [email protected].

Apply through our online recruitment system, link below. 

Salary: Individual salary.
Placement: Uppsala, Sweden.
Starting date: It is intended the candidate will start as soon as possible and no later than 1 May
Type of employment: 6 months temporary position 2024.

Scope of employment: 100 %.
Please submit your application by 22 March 2024.

Please do not send offers of recruitment or advertising services. Visa mindre

Context:

The Nordic Africa Institute, established in 1962, is a knowledge hub for collaborative research, documentation and communication. Guided by an institutional theory of change, NAI strives to be a knowledge-generating, policy informing, collaborative organization that supports a deeper understanding of contemporary African perspectives, challenges and opportunities. We work to co-create knowledge with partners in African and Nordic settings; act as a trusted institutional bridge spanning African and Nordic perspectives; and contribute a wealth of high-quality insights on contemporary Africa. More specifically, we conduct research and generate knowledge on contemporary Africa and we co-create knowledge with our Nordic and African partners. We give research-based policy advice to offer decision makers a deeper understanding by lifting both African and Nordic perspectives. We also contribute to sustainable development through policy advice to make African and Nordic decision makers work effectively together to improve the equality, dignity and welfare of all.

In order to realize effective policy relevance, the Institute’s research and communication activities aim to generate policy impact in five impact areas: Equality, Social Justice & Inclusion; Governance, Citizenship & Participation; Economy, Employment & Mobility; Climate, Natural Resources & Sustainability; and Peace, Security & Human Rights.

 

Under the direct supervision and guidance of Assem Abu Hatab, Senior Researcher, the successful candidate will support research on the project titled “The digitalization of African agricultural sectors: Challenges and impacts”. The project seeks to achieve a comprehensive understanding of the current state, challenges, and impacts of digitalization in agricultural practices across Africa. The overarching goal is to inform strategies that enhance productivity, sustainability, and resilience in the face of digital challenges. The research objectives include evaluating the existing level of digitalization, identifying barriers to adoption, examining the impacts on agricultural productivity, assessing socio-economic implications, exploring environmental and sustainability impacts, understanding farmer perceptions and adoption rates, and providing policy recommendations. The project findings are expected to offer valuable insights to policymakers, practitioners, and the agricultural community, guiding responsible and equitable digitalization for sustainable and resilient agricultural development in Africa.

Objective of the internship 
Research interns at NAI learn from an interdisciplinary environment which offer interns the opportunity to gain knowledge on the subject area as well as working in a research institution. Under the direction of the project leader, the intern will primarily be focusing on key duties but also get a chance to participate in some institutional activities.

Key duties

• Conduct a literature review to document existing knowledge and approaches for assessing the impact of urban agriculture on food security and resilience in low- and middle-income countries.
• Clean and conduct exploratory statistical analysis of datasets in Excel and Stata.
• Provide other research, writing and editing support for project deliverables.
• Facilitate communication with the project partners in Sweden and the respective African countries.
• Actively participate in planning and organizing digital meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications and required skills

• The potential candidate must be enrolled in (or graduated from) a MSc program in economics, agricultural economics, development economics, digital agriculture, rural and development studies, or other fields related to the project theme.
• Familiarity with issues related to livelihood and welfare implications of digital technology in the agricultural sector in African countries is a plus.
• Good quantitative and analytical skills, and ability to use statistical packages and programming languages (e.g. STATA, SPSS, or R) is required.
• Good academic writing skills and very good level of oral and written fluency in English.
• Knowledge in Swedish is meritorious.
• The intern will be supervised by a NAI researcher but should have an ability to work independently.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications, by 18 February 2024 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.          

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Any questions regarding the internship can be sent to project manager Assem Abu Hatab ([email protected]) or Head of Central Administration ([email protected]).

No Fees:

NAI neither charges a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee) nor requests any information related to bank accounts. Visa mindre

About the Nordic Africa Institute

The Nordic Africa Institute (NAI) is a Swedish government agency and has a unique mandate to produce research and inform policy which is relevant to support development in Africa. We intend to develop our role further as the Nordic hub for Africa focused research, documentation and policy advice and we are therefore looking for an experienced researcher who is enthusiastic about contributing to NAI’s research and policy work in the coming years. 

The Institute has since its establishment in 1962 been an important research, documentation and information centre on modern Africa in the Nordic countries. NAI is jointly financed by the governments of Sweden, Finland and Iceland, and promotes research on and knowledge of contemporary Africa in the Nordic countries, as well as cooperation between mainly African and Nordic researchers. The Institute also disseminates information on current African issues, through publications, seminars, conferences and various policy-related activities. 

Providing and supporting in-depth knowledge generation based on the voices of Africans, is fundamental to contribute to more resilient societies and achieving Agenda 2030 on the continent. We are a value-based organisation and believe that you are a person who actively shares your knowledge and are open to do systematic trend analyses beyond your field of expertise.

The Institute is currently implementing a five-year strategy, 2022-2026, which has promoting academic and policy-oriented research programmes on Africa in the Nordic countries as one of its strategic goals. It is in pursuit of this goal that NAI is looking for a post-doctoral researcher in the area of political development with demonstrable experience in academic and policy-relevant research on African issues to join its team of resident researchers. 

The position is targeted towards a researcher with current residence and professional affiliation in Finland and for the duration of two years.

As an applicant you should have experience of empirical research on the African continent, be able to work in a social-science led yet interdisciplinary environment, and be open to building your capacity on how to translate knowledge from research into policy relevant messages and policy engagement. Strong communication skills are highly valuable for this position.

NAI offers a stimulating intellectual environment, a team of international researchers from different social and scientific backgrounds, a library with modern facilities, as well as attractive employment conditions. In addition, the Institute is linked to extensive networks of research institutions in Africa and the Nordic countries.

Job Description 

From a comparative perspective the research would focus on African experiences and prospects of democracy and good governance, including the state structures, political institutions and regime changes as well as their social, economic and cultural conditions and consequences.

As a post-doctoral researcher at the Institute, you will work closely with Professor Liisa Laakso as your line manager https://nai.uu.se/about-us/person/liisa-laakso.html

In addition, senior researchers will carry out other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Research.   

Qualifications 

Essential


• A PhD in relevant social science discipline, including political science, international relations, development studies, political geography, etc.
• The doctoral degree must have been obtained within the last three years, or up to five years if special circumstances apply, prior to the application deadline.
• Proven social science methodological skills.
• Experience conducting empirical research in an African context.
• To be eligible to apply for the position you must have an affiliation to a Finnish university or research institute.
• Strong analytical skills including the use of quantitative and/or qualitative research techniques.
• Excellent knowledge of the English language, and competences and skills in effective communication. 

Merits


• Expertise in data sources and data processing for comparative research.
• Strong networks within African studies and with other relevant stakeholders in the above-mentioned research field especially in the Nordic region.
• Proven knowledge of policy processes and policy environments.
• Verbal ability in non-English language(s) used on the African continent.
• Knowledge of the Finnish and wider Nordic policy landscape for engagement with African development.
• Track record of media engagement.

The application should contain:

• A cover letter introducing yourself and outlining why you are suitable for the position.
• A complete CV with a list of scientific publications (including books, articles, research reports, policy notes, etc) and research projects conducted/participated, most recent papers presented at conferences, policy consultation with stakeholders.
• One to three sample publications by applicant that relate to the thematic area of research, including the PhD thesis or the results presented in it.
• The names, professional titles and addresses (phone, e-mail) of two references.

As part of the recruitment process, shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview on Zoom.

Condition of Service


• This is a fixed-term two-year position, with a probationary period of 6 months.
• Duty station is Uppsala, Sweden.
• Salary is negotiable within the Institute’s current salary levels and remuneration packages. The position includes attractive benefits and conditions offered for employees of Swedish civil service.

Starting date as soon as possible, or latest August 2024.

Contact persons:
Liisa Laakso, Senior Researcher ([email protected]) or Eleanor Fisher ([email protected]), Head of Research. Trade Union representative: Henrik Alfredsson (Saco-S) ([email protected]). All can be reached at +46 18 471 52 00 or [email protected].

More information about the institute’s research focal areas and themes, on-going research activities, strategy/values, scholarship programmes, library services and publications are available on the website: www.nai.uu.se.

How to apply:
Apply through our online recruitment system, link below.

Closing Date for applications: 18 February

The Institute promotes equal opportunities for all, and good representation of African regions. Women are particularly encouraged to apply. Visa mindre

About the Nordic Africa Institute (NAI)

The Nordic Africa Institute (NAI) was founded in 1962 and since then has provided knowledge in the form of high-quality research, timely information and extensive documentation on Africa.  Over a period of half a century, NAI has remained committed to academic and policy research, information dissemination and documentation on African issues. NAI has followed the trends and development of Africa studies in the Nordic region and in African continent, and also actively initiated new ideas and forms of engagement to fulfil its mission as the main center for African knowledge in the Nordic countries and to serve its stakeholders in the Nordic countries and globally.

NAI is a Swedish government agency under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (not a university) and research staff combine commitment to high quality scholarly outputs with science-policy outreach to decision makers based in the Nordics and Africa. NAI is currently developing a new institutional strategy for the 2022-2026 period whose mission is to ensure Nordic decision makers and associated change makers have a deeper understanding of modern African perspectives and societal dynamics.

NAI is a value-based organization.  We have a joint foundation in the national common values for all Swedish governmental agencies and add our own core values of involvement, communication, trust and transparency. We sustain a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion. Everyone has the right to equality in the workplace, to balance his or her career and family life, and to work in a respectful fashion with others without fear of discrimination.

NAI offers a stimulating intellectual environment, an interdisciplinary research orientation, a team of researchers from different social and natural scientific backgrounds, a professional communications unit, and a library with modern facilities. In addition, the institute is linked to an extensive network of research institutions in Africa and the Nordic countries.

Job Description

The candidate is expected to have an excellent record of experience working on the economic analysis of issues and trends relevant to modern Africa, but with good capacity to connect to other research areas and disciplines. Specifically, the candidate is expected to work in areas related to economic growth, trade, public finance, inequality and poverty.

The postdoctoral research will work under the direction of Associate Professor Jörgen Levin: Jörgen Levin - The Nordic Africa Institute (uu.se).

In addition, senior researchers will carry out other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Research.  

Essential


• Minimum of a PhD degree in Economics, Development Economics, Development Studies, Political Economy, Global Studies, or International Development.
• The doctoral degree must have been obtained within the last three years, or up to five years if special circumstances apply, prior to the application deadline.
• The candidate must have demonstrated academic experience in the economic analysis of Africa’s development, including research-based policy engagement.
• Strong methodological skills for undertaking empirical research and quantitative analysis, including demonstrated programming experience in STATA
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Strong writing ability and capacity to present complex issues in a readable form for both academic and non-academic audiences.
• Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English.

Merit


• Previous experience of using African household survey data.
• Knowledge of the Nordic policy landscape for engagement with African development.
• Track record of media engagement.

The application
The application should contain:


• A cover letter of introduction outlining suitability for the position
• A 1-page statement outlining the applicant’s experiences, including quantitative analysis and using STATA.
• Complete CV with a list of scientific publications where it is clearly indicated which publications are formally considered as peer reviewed.
• One to three of the applicant’s own peer review academic publications most relevant to the position. (Either on-line links or electronic copies).
• The names and addresses (phone, e-mail) of at least two referees.

As part of the recruitment process, shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an electronic interview on Zoom.

Condition of Service


• This is a fixed-term two-year position, with a probationary period of 6 months.
• Duty station is Uppsala, Sweden.
• Salary is negotiable within the Institute’s current salary levels and remuneration packages. The position includes attractive benefits and conditions offered for employees of Swedish civil service.

Starting date as soon as possible, or latest August 2024.

Contact persons:
Jörgen Levin ([email protected]) or Eleanor Fisher ([email protected]), Head of Research. Trade Union representative: Henrik Alfredsson (Saco-S) ([email protected]). All can be reached at +46 18 471 52 00 or [email protected].

More information about the institute’s ongoing research activities, grants, library services and publications are available on the Institute’s website: www.nai.uu.se.

How to apply:
Apply through our online recruitment system, link below.

Closing Date for applications: 18 February 2024

The Institute promotes equal opportunities for all, and good representation of African regions. Women are particularly encouraged to apply. Visa mindre

Job Description
The job role is within a 3-year VR (Swedish Research Council) funded project (‘Making Politics Safer – Gendered Violence and Electoral Temporalities in Africa’) (2023-2025). The project covers three focal countries: Ghana, Kenya and Zimbabwe. The focus for the post-doctoral position is on violence against women in politics, gender, intersectionality and transformative change in women’s political representation within these country contexts. Brief information on the project is here: Swecris - Making Politics Safer

Under the leadership of senior researcher Diana H. Madsen at the Nordic Africa Institute, and working with gender researchers / project participants from different African country contexts, you will be responsible for: 


• Collection of qualitative data in Kenya on the topic of the project.
• Organising of project and stakeholder meetings in Kenya in cooperation with the project leader.
• Working closely with gender specialists to address gender dynamics of electoral violence, women’s political empowerment and coping strategies.
• Contributing to the production of academic and policy outputs.
• Working with specialists on policy communication around gender equality, with special attention to policy engagement in the African project countries and the Nordic region.
• Facilitating inputs from the project into candidate training programmes.

This is a full-time research position for a period of two years. You will be based in Uppsala, Sweden, with periodic short-term travel to the focus countries Ghana, Kenya and Zimbabwe. You are expected to run your duties independently and you have the freedom to develop your ideas within the overall framework of the project but under the supervision of senior researcher Diana H. Madsen.

Requirements

• PhD degree in a social science discipline (e.g. gender studies, development studies or political science) or interdisciplinary with social science focus. This position is targeted at those who have obtained a PhD degree no more than three years prior to the application deadline. 
• Good qualitative methodological skills for undertaking field-based empirical social research, with a demonstrated record of conducting research in Africa. Particular knowledge of Kenya will be an advantage.
• Good social analysis skills with thematic understanding relevant to gender issues, intersectionality, electoral violence and political representation with ability to demonstrate how these issues relate to local contexts. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of scholarly and policy thinking on gender / political representation / electoral violence and empowerment an advantage.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team-based multi-cultural environment.
• Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English. Knowledge of Kiswahili an advantage.
• Capacity to travel is essential for undertaking empirical field research and attending international project meetings.

Application
The application should contain:


• Complete CV with a list of scientific publications where it is clearly indicated which publications are peer-reviewed.
• Up to three selected academic publications in electronic form.
• Optional - up to three examples of policy engagement (e.g. policy brief, event, blog).
• Contact information for two references.
• A personal letter in which you justify why you are applying for this position, address how you fit the listed requirements, and state the earliest possible starting date (max. 2 pages).

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position of 2 years. Scope of employment 100 %. Starting date as soon as possible 2023 (dependent on work permit/visa process). Placement: Uppsala. Salary range 35,000 – 37,000 SEK monthly, subject to skills and experience.

About the Nordic Africa Institute (NAI)
The Nordic Africa Institute (NAI) was founded in 1962 and since then has provided knowledge in the form of high-quality research, timely information and extensive documentation on Africa.  Over a period of half a century, NAI has remained committed to academic and policy research, information dissemination and documentation on African issues. NAI has followed the trends and development of Africa studies in the Nordic region and in African continent, and also actively initiated new ideas and forms of engagement to fulfil its mission as the main center for African knowledge in the Nordic countries and to serve its stakeholders in the Nordic countries and globally.

NAI is a Swedish government agency under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (not a university) and research staff combine commitment to high quality scholarly outputs with science-policy outreach to decision makers based in the Nordics and Africa. NAI has a new institutional strategy for the 2022-2026 period whose mission is to ensure Nordic decision makers and associated change makers have a deeper understanding of modern African perspectives and societal dynamics.

NAI is a value-based organization.  We have a joint foundation in the national common values for all Swedish governmental agencies and add our own core values of involvement, communication, trust and transparency. We sustain a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion. Everyone has the right to equality in the workplace, to balance his or her career and family life, and to work in a respectful fashion with others without fear of discrimination.

NAI offers a stimulating intellectual environment, an interdisciplinary research orientation, a team of researchers from different social and natural scientific backgrounds, a professional communications unit, and a library with modern facilities. In addition, the institute is linked to an extensive network of research institutions in Africa and the Nordic countries.

Contact persons:
Diana H. Madsen, senior gender researcher (for inquiries about the position); Dan Åkhagen, Human Resources Officer. Trade Union representative: Henrik Alfredsson (Saco-S). All can be reached at +46 18 471 52 00 or through [email protected].

More information about the institute’s ongoing research activities, grants, library services and publications is available on the Institute’s website: www.nai.uu.se.

How to apply:
Apply through our online recruitment system, link below.

Closing Date for applications: 15 February 2023.

The Institute promotes equal opportunities for all, and good representation of African regions. Women are particularly encouraged to apply. Visa mindre

Job Description and duties
Applications are welcome for a one-year post-doctoral position in Economics at the Nordic Africa Institute (NAI), Uppsala (Sweden). The job role is within a 3-year (2023-2025) project funded by the Swedish Research Council (VR), entitled ‘Climate Hazards and Migration in Madagascar: Towards an Integrated Monitoring and Modeling for Mitigation and Adaptation’ (CHAIN). The initial duration of the position is one year.

The postdoc will work under the leadership of Senior Researcher Assem Abu Hatab and join several other team members in the project to apply and develop appropriate modelling tools to i) assess the vulnerability of specific demographic groups to climate change impacts; quantify the relationships underlying migration as adaptive responses to socio-environmental change; ii) and investigate anticipated dynamic migration patterns accounting for adaptation and policy responses and their associated feedbacks. Results from the project are expected to appear in reputable academic journals and to be communicated to key stakeholders in the wider society.

In addition to the research tasks, the postdoc is also expected to contribute to the research environment at the Nordic Africa Institute, including but not limited to participation in the seminar series; engaging in scientific discussions with other researchers; participation in public outreach activities like policy briefs, social media communication; and taking part in the day-to-day related activities as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements
The successful candidate should have obtained a PhD degree in economics (including development economics, and agricultural economics), or another quantitative social science discipline within three years to the application date. The successful applicant must demonstrate:


• Strong analytical skills in core economic theory and quantitative methods;
• Advanced analytical skills in data manipulation and quantitative analysis of large datasets; and experience in the use of R, STATA, or another econometrics software;
• Ability to conduct relevant research of high international quality, and experience of execution and write-up of independent research projects;
• Effective interpersonal skills including the ability to contribute effectively as part of a team;
• Excellent English skills in writing and speaking is required. Speaking Swedish is not a requirement but would be an asset;

Great emphasis is placed on personal qualities, such as the ability to work independently as well as being collaborative, flexibility, the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines, curiosity and willingness to learn.

Application
The application should contain:


• Resumé/CV including scientific publications, and personal details
• Educational certificates and/or diplomas
• A declaration of intent on a maximum of two pages in which the applicant explains why she/he fits the listed requirements
• Evidence of research activity, including examples of scientific peer-reviewed publications (maximum of three)
• Up to two letters of recommendation 
• Optional: up to three examples of policy engagement (e.g. policy brief, event, blog).
• Optional: Research statement

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position of one year, with the possibility of a one year extension. Scope of employment 100 %. Starting date is September 1st 2023. Placement: Uppsala. Salary range 35,000 – 37,000 SEK monthly, subject to skills and experience.
About the Nordic Africa Institute (NAI)
The Nordic Africa Institute (NAI) was founded in 1962 and since then has provided knowledge in the form of high-quality research, timely information and extensive documentation on Africa.  Over a period of half a century, NAI has remained committed to academic and policy research, information dissemination and documentation on African issues. NAI has followed the trends and development of Africa studies in the Nordic region and in African continent, and also actively initiated new ideas and forms of engagement to fulfil its mission as the main center for African knowledge in the Nordic countries and to serve its stakeholders in the Nordic countries and globally.
 
NAI is a Swedish government agency under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (not a university) and research staff combine commitment to high quality scholarly outputs with science-policy outreach to decision makers based in the Nordics and Africa. NAI is currently developing a new institutional strategy for the 2022-2026 period whose mission is to ensure Nordic decision makers and associated change makers have a deeper understanding of modern African perspectives and societal dynamics.
  
NAI offers a stimulating intellectual environment, an interdisciplinary research orientation, a team of researchers from different social and natural scientific backgrounds, a professional communications unit, and a library with modern facilities. In addition, the institute is linked to an extensive network of research institutions in Africa and the Nordic countries.
Contact persons:
Assem Abu Hatab, Senior Researcher (for inquiries about the position); Dan Åkhagen, Human Resources Officer. Trade Union representative: Henrik Alfredsson (Saco-S). All can be reached at +46 18 471 52 00 or through [email protected]. More information about the institute’s ongoing research activities, grants, library services and publications is available on the Institute’s website: www.nai.uu.se.
How to apply:
Apply through our online recruitment system, link below.
Closing Date for applications: 2 April 2023
The Institute promotes equal opportunities for all, and good representation of African regions. Women are particularly encouraged to apply. Visa mindre

Senior Researcher
Closing date for applications: 29 August 2022

Job Description
The Nordic Africa Institute’s African Scholar Program is targeted at researchers based in Africa who need time and a conducive environment for finishing and writing up their ongoing research. The Senior Researcher position is offered at the Nordic Africa Institute for the duration of 12 months. The Nordic Africa Institute is looking for a qualified senior researcher from an African universitie or research institution with a demonstrable record of accomplishment.

We welcome applications from scholars that are consistent with the impact areas identified in the NAI 2022-2026 strategy, which can be found here: https://nai.uu.se/about-us/who-we-are/strategy-2022-2026.html

NAI would especially welcome research with relevance to the following themes:


• The African continent / countries and the changing face of geopolitics or security issues and roles played by external forces
• Energy, energy transition and resource politics
• The African Union, women and gender equity
• Urbanisation, mobilities, and demographic transition

Successful candidates might use the period of employment at NAI to complete on-going research, develop a new research project, or complete articles, a book or monograph manuscript. A scholar-researcher should take advantage of the intellectual and logistical resources of the Nordic Africa Institute and expect to contribute meaningfully towards actualizing NAI’s vision and mandate and its policy outreach activities in return.

This position falls under the Institute’s African Scholar Program. The research may take a comparative view or present in-depth analysis on a specific country focus. Strong emphasis at NAI is upon contextually informed, well nuanced, field based research in the qualitative social sciences or in economics.

Qualifications

• A PhD degree in anthropology, geography, sociology, gender studies, international development, development economics or related subject.
• It is essential the applicant has 7 or more years’ experience post-PhD conducting academic research.
• A current research/teaching position in university or research institution in Africa.
• Record of high quality scholarly research.
• Strong ability to present complex issues to non-academic audiences.
• Demonstrated track record in science communication and policy/practice engagement with non-academic stakeholders.
• Knowledge of African scientific communities, and policy environments, and other stakeholders and actors relevant to the research topic.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English.

The application
The application should contain:

A) Proposal not exceeding 5 pages presenting:
(i) A realistic work plan for the length of stay at the institute – detailing proposed intellectual activities, expected outputs (such as publications, dissemination activities, participation at seminar/workshop/conference activities, and policy engagements);
(ii) Presentation of the on-going research project(s) – objective, questions, theory and method;

B) A complete CV with a list of scientific publications where it is clearly indicated which publications are formally considered as peer reviewed.

C) Indication of internet addresses to the applicant’s own publications relating to his/her research (a maximum of three publications)

D) Evidence of policy engagement / science-policy communication to non-academic audiences (a 1 page summary, or up to three non-academic outputs)

E) Names and contact details of at least two references.

As part of the recruitment process, shortlisted candidates will be invited to present their proposed research projects for the Nordic Africa Institute via Zoom.

Condition of Service
Contract period will be 12 months and expected start of date is as early as possible in 2023.

Salary is negotiable within the Institute’s current salary levels and remuneration packages. The position includes attractive benefits and conditions offered for employees of Swedish civil service.

Duty station is Uppsala.

Contact persons
Eleanor Fisher, Head of Research NAI, Dan Åkhagen, Human Resources Officer, Trade Union representatives: Johan Sävström (OFR/ST) and Henrik Alfredsson (Saco-S). All can be reached at +46 18 471 52 00. Please note that due to the fact this is vacation period in Sweden there may be a delay in response to questions.

More information about NAI’s research focal areas and themes, on-going research activities, grants, library services and publications is available on the Institute’s website: www.nai.uu.se.

How to apply:
Apply through our online recruitment system, link below.

Closing Date for applications: 29 August 2022

The Institute promotes equal opportunities for all, and good representation of African regions. Women are particularly encouraged to apply. Visa mindre

Job Description
The job role is within a 3-year CGIAR-funded project (‘Building Systemic Resilience against Climate Variability and Extremes – ClimBeR) (2022-2024). The project covers six focal countries: Kenya, Zambia, Senegal, Morocco, Guatemala and the Philippines). The focus for the post-doctoral position is on social equity, gender and transformative change in food and agricultural systems within these country contexts. Brief information on the project is here: https://www.cgiar.org/research/publication/initiative-overview-climber-building-systemic-resilience-against-climate-variability-and-extremes/
 
Under the leadership of Professor Eleanor Fisher at the Nordic Africa Institute, and working with project leaders and team members in international institutions, you will be responsible for: 

• Facilitating the integration of a framework on social equity in ClimBeR.
• Working closely with social equity and gender specialists to address social dynamics of vulnerability and resilience building.
• Developing and documenting ‘stories of change’ within ClimBeR (combining qualitative and quantitative methodologies).
• Contributing to the production of academic and policy outputs.
• Working with ClimBeR specialists on policy communication around social equity, with special attention to policy engagement in the African project countries and the Nordic region.

This is a full-time research position for a period of two years. You will be based in Uppsala, Sweden, with periodic short-term travel to selected ClimBeR countries (Kenya, Zambia, Senegal, Morocco, Guatemala, Philippines). You are expected to run your duties independently and you have the freedom to develop your ideas within the overall framework of the project but under the supervision of Professor Fisher.
Requirements

• PhD degree in a social science discipline (e.g. anthropology, development studies, sociology, geography, gender studies) or interdisciplinary with social science focus. This position is primarily targeted at those who have obtained a PhD degree no more than three years prior to the application deadline. 
• Good qualitative methodological skills for undertaking field-based empirical social research, with a demonstrated record of conducting research in Africa, Asia and/or Latin America.
• Good social analysis skills with thematic understanding relevant to gender issues, inequality, equity, intersectionality, with ability to demonstrate how these issues relate to rural contexts and agricultural populations. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of scholarly and policy thinking on sustainability transformations / transitions an advantage.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team-based multi-cultural environment.
• Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English. Advanced knowledge of Kiswahili and/or French an advantage.
• Capacity to travel is essential for undertaking empirical field research and attending international project meetings.

Application
The application should contain:

• Complete CV with a list of scientific publications where it is clearly indicated which publications are peer reviewed.
• List of publications.
• Up to three selected academic publications in electronic form.
• Optional - up to three examples of policy engagement (e.g. policy brief, event, blog).
• Contact information for two references.
• A personal letter in which you justify why you are applying for this position, address how you fit the listed requirements, and state the earliest possible starting date (max. 2 pages).

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position of 2 years. Scope of employment 100 %. Starting date October 1st 2022. Placement: Uppsala. Salary range 35,000 – 37,000 SEK monthly, subject to skills and experience.
About the Nordic Africa Institute (NAI)
The Nordic Africa Institute (NAI) was founded in 1962 and since then has provided knowledge in the form of high-quality research, timely information and extensive documentation on Africa.  Over a period of half a century, NAI has remained committed to academic and policy research, information dissemination and documentation on African issues. NAI has followed the trends and development of Africa studies in the Nordic region and in African continent, and also actively initiated new ideas and forms of engagement to fulfil its mission as the main center for African knowledge in the Nordic countries and to serve its stakeholders in the Nordic countries and globally.
 
NAI is a Swedish government agency under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (not a university) and research staff combine commitment to high quality scholarly outputs with science-policy outreach to decision makers based in the Nordics and Africa. NAI is currently developing a new institutional strategy for the 2022-2026 period whose mission is to ensure Nordic decision makers and associated change makers have a deeper understanding of modern African perspectives and societal dynamics.
  
NAI offers a stimulating intellectual environment, an interdisciplinary research orientation, a team of researchers from different social and natural scientific backgrounds, a professional communications unit, and a library with modern facilities. In addition, the institute is linked to an extensive network of research institutions in Africa and the Nordic countries.
Contact persons:
Eleanor Fisher, Head of Research (for inquiries about the position); Dan Åkhagen, Human Resources Officer. Trade Union representatives: Johan Sävström (OFR/ST) and Henrik Alfredsson (Saco-S). All can be reached at +46 18 471 52 00 or through [email protected]. Please note that due to the fact this is vacation period in Sweden there may be a delay in response to questions.
More information about the institute’s ongoing research activities, grants, library services and publications is available on the Institute’s website: www.nai.uu.se.
How to apply:
Apply through our online recruitment system, link below.
Closing Date for applications: 23 June 2022
The Institute promotes equal opportunities for all, and good representation of African regions. Women are particularly encouraged to apply. Visa mindre

Om Nordiska Afrikainstitutet
Nordiska Afrikainstitutet är ett institut för forskning, dokumentation, kunskapsförmedling och forskningsbaserad rådgivning om Afrika. Institutet som grundades 1962 är en svensk statlig myndighet under Utrikesdepartementet och finansieras gemensamt av Sverige, Finland och Island. Vi är ett engagerat internationellt team med 33 medarbetare från olika bakgrunder och olika discipliner med en mängd olika perspektiv på samtida afrikanska samhällsfrågor. Vi värnar om våra medarbetare och arbetar aktivt med hälso- och miljöfrågor. Vårt kontor och bibliotek ligger vackert i Botaniska trädgården mitt i universitetsstaden Uppsala.

Arbetsuppgifter
Forskningskoordinatorn kommer att vara ett administrativt stöd till den forskning som bedrivs vid NAI (anslags- och externfinansierad) under forskningsprojektets hela livscykel. Detta inkluderar stöd för ansökningsskrivning, kontrakt, datahantering, etiska frågor och projektets leveranser. Koordinatorn kommer att vara den naturliga knutpunkten för kommunikation mellan projektledare, forskningsfinansiärer och samarbetspartners. Tjänsten kommer också att spela en viktig roll i utvecklingen av forskningsbudgetar, prognoser och rapporter och aktivt bevaka möjligheterna till forskningsanslag samt policy- och lagändringar samt koordinera sammanställningen av vår interna rapportering (övervakning, utvärdering och lärande) som en del av institutets uppföljning Tjänsten kommer att vara ett stöd till forskningschef och ansvara för att underhålla långsiktiga relationer med strategiska partners i både Norden och Afrika. Resor inom Norden och till afrikanska länder kan förekomma.

Kvalifikationer

• Mastersexamen i ekonomi, statsvetenskap, internationella relationer eller motsvarande
• Minst 3-5 års relevant erfarenhet av forskningsprojektkoordinering, forskningsprojektledning eller forskningsfinansiering
• Erfarenhet av att koordinera samhällsvetenskapliga forskningsprojekt
• Mycket god datorvana
• God kommunikativ förmåga och samarbetsförmåga
• Svenska och engelska flytande (skriftligt och muntligt)

Meriterande

• Portugisiska eller franska (skriftligt och muntligt)
• Erfarenhet av att arbeta med den afrikanska kontinenten eller i det globala syd

Om anställningen
Tidsbegränsad anställning i två år. Placering Uppsala. Startdatum senast 1 september 2022 eller enligt överenskommelse. Läs mer om att arbeta på Nordiska Afrikainstitutet på vår webbplats.

Kontaktpersoner
Eleanor Fisher forskningschef, Dan Åkhagen HR. Fackliga representanter: Johan Sävström (OFR/ST) och Henrik Alfredsson (Saco-S). Samtliga kontaktpersoner kan nås via +46 18 471 52 00 eller genom [email protected].  Mer information om vår pågående forskningsverksamhet, stipendier, bibliotekstjänster och publikationer finns på institutets hemsida: www.nai.uu.se.

Ansökan
Skicka in CV och ett personligt brev på engelska via vårt rekryteringssystem, länk nedan. Sista ansökningsdag: 22 april 2022. Institutet främjar lika villkor. Visa mindre

Nordiska Afrikainstitutet är ett institut för forskning, dokumentation, kunskapsförmedling och forskningsbaserad rådgivning om Afrika. Institutet som grundades 1962 är en svensk statlig myndighet under Utrikesdepartementet och finansieras gemensamt av Sverige, Finland och Island. Vi är ett engagerat internationellt team med 33 medarbetare från olika bakgrunder och olika discipliner med en mängd olika perspektiv på samtida afrikanska samhällsfrågor. Vi värnar om våra medarbetare och arbetar aktivt med hälso- och miljöfrågor. Vårt kontor och bibliotek ligger vackert i Botaniska trädgården mitt i universitetsstaden Uppsala.

Är du en engagerad chef som vill arbeta på en myndighet med ett aktuellt samhällsuppdrag? Vi söker en person som ska leda enheten Förvaltning och verksamhetsutveckling när institutet nu går in i en spännande utvecklingsfas.

Huvudsakligt ansvarsområde
Den här befattningen innebär ett övergripande ansvar för att leda, utveckla och följa upp verksamheten inom följande områden: Ekonomi, HR, lokaler, IT/telefoni, arkivfrågor, upphandling och årsredovisning. Befattningen ansvarar också för utvecklingen inom digitalisering och miljö/hållbarhet. Dessutom ingår samordning gentemot externa samarbetspartners inom det administrativa området.

Enhetschefen för Förvaltning och verksamhetsutveckling ingår i institutets ledningsgrupp som har ansvar för att institutets uppdrag genomförs och att verksamhetens vision och övergripande mål utvecklas. Chefen för Förvaltning och verksamhetsutveckling är ställföreträdande vid direktörens frånvaro eller tjänsteresor i utlandet. Enheten Förvaltning och verksamhetsutveckling består av fyra medarbetare.

Uppgifter och ansvar

• Leda och utveckla arbetet vid enheten
• Personal- och arbetsmiljöansvar för enhetens medarbetare, budget och verksamhetsplan för verksamhetsområdet samt ekonomisk rapportering
• Ansvara för planering och uppföljning av institutets verksamhetsbudget och prognoser
• Strategiskt ansvar för institutets kontakter och samarbete med SSC och årliga granskningar av Riksrevisionen
• Ansvarig för arbetet med institutets årsredovisning
• I nära samarbete med direktören, leda arbetet och uppföljningen av institutets övergripande verksamhetsplanering
• Ansvar för HR-området utifrån ett arbetsgivarperspektiv
• Ansvara för institutets lokaler, inventarier och verksamhetsförsäkringar
• Ansvarig för kvalitet i avtal med svenska och internationella partners
• Ansvara för hantering och utveckling kopplat till informationshantering inklusive informationssäkerhet

Kvalifikationer

• Akademisk utbildning med lämplig inriktning
• Mycket god erfarenhet inom sitt ansvarsområde inklusive erfarenhet av personalansvar
• God erfarenhet från svensk statlig eller offentlig förvaltning
• Har lätt för att samarbeta och kommunicera med olika människor och att skapa förtroendefulla relationer
• Utmärkt förmåga att uttrycka sig i tal och skrift på svenska och engelska

Meriterande

• Erfarenhet av att arbeta i ledningsgrupp
• Specialistkunskaper inom något av områdena HR, ekonomi, IT/IT-säkerhet och/eller avtal/upphandling
• Van vid att arbeta självständigt och ha god förmåga att prioritera, planera och organisera arbetet
• Erfarenhet av att ha arbetat i ett internationellt sammanhang

Personliga egenskaper

• Stark skriftlig och verbal kommunikationsförmåga
• God lednings- och samarbetsförmåga
• Initiativrik och stresstålig
• Uppskattar en mångkulturell arbetsmiljö
• Vara ett föredöme och kunna agera stöd för medarbetare
• Van vid att arbeta strukturerat och lösningsorienterat

Vi tillämpar sex månaders provanställning, tillträde efter överenskommelse. Nordiska Afrikainstitutet eftersträvar jämn könsfördelning och värdesätter etnisk och kulturell mångfald. 


Vill du veta mer?
Kontakta Dan Åkhagen, HR-generalist, [email protected], tel: 018-471 52 41. Fackliga representanter är Henrik Alfredsson (Saco-S) och Johan Sävström (ST) och kan nås på tel: 018-471 52 00.

Välkommen med din ansökan i form av personligt brev och CV senast den 6 februari 2022 via vårt rekryteringssystem (länk nedan). Visa mindre

About the Nordic Africa Institute

The Nordic Africa Institute is a Swedish government agency and has a unique mandate to produce research and inform policy which is relevant to support development in Africa. The Institute has since its establishment in 1962 been an important research, documentation and information centre on modern Africa in the Nordic countries. NAI is jointly financed by the governments of Sweden, Finland and Iceland, and promotes research on and knowledge of contemporary Africa in the Nordic countries, as well as cooperation between mainly African and Nordic researchers. The Institute also disseminates information on current African issues, through publications, seminars, conferences and various policy-related activities.

The Swedish Research Council-funded project of the Nordic Africa Institute, Shattering glass: How elected members of the UN Security Council fight for women, peace and security, (project leader Angela Muvumba Sellström, Senior Researcher, Conflict and Security) is recruiting a research assistant.

Job Description
This research assistant position’s role is to support the research theme “The UN Security Council’s elected members and conflict and security in Africa”, with a focus on women, peace and security. Together with other research participants and partners in Norway and South Africa, the assistant shall participate in research, events and publication processes and assist in outreach to Nordic and African decision-makers. 

Key duties
Under the direction of the project leader, the research assistant shall contribute to the study of the repertoire and outcomes of the United Nations Security Council and the behavior of elected members to the Council, with a focus on African conflicts and women, peace and security. The assistant shall


• Collect documentation and original source information on UN Security Council resolutions, mandates, mission reporting and voting patterns of African and Nordic elected member states.
• Prepare research guides and transcribe interviews.
• Carry-out administrative tasks within the project, including coordinating the submission of project proposals and ethics review applications and data management policies; archiving documentation; liaise with and schedule participating researchers, partner organizations and study participants; take minutes of project meetings; schedule and contribute to periodical reporting on activities and finances.
• Co-author and author external and internal case studies on UN peacekeeping and political missions in Africa, and prepare literature summaries and background material for academic publications and relevant events.
• Coordinate research exchanges with African researchers and institutions.
• Fulfill other duties as may be assigned by the project leader.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Peace and Conflict studies or an education deemed equivalent
• Knowledge of the UN and international peace and security literature
• Knowledge of political violence and theories of peace and conflict
• Knowledge of empirical research principles
• Excellent English in speech and writing
• Knowledge of research centres, networks and universities in the Nordic countries
• Proven ability for independent work, reliability, flexibility and being pro-active
• Ability to handle and carry-out multiple time-sensitive and complex tasks
• Knowledge of policy processes and policy environments
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office
• Previous experience in similar research activities and data collection

Desirable/merit

• Master's degree in Peace and Conflict Research or equivalent topic (or ongoing degree to be finished before the start of the employment)
• Knowledge of parties and politics in conflicts in Africa, such as the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Ethiopia, Libya, the Sahel and Somalia
• Good knowledge of data science software for quantitative and qualitative data analysis
• Some knowledge of African research centres, networks and universitities
• Academic or policy research publication record

The application should contain

• A cover letter providing motivation for the application, including any particular interest in working for the Nordic Africa Institute and on the research theme.
• A complete CV with a list of 1) work experience, 2) research (including any study assignments, scientific papers or publications that are relevant to this position), 3) academic training and courses and conferences or events attended and/or organized. Emphasis should be placed on Africa or UN-focused peace and security.
• The name, professional title and addresses (phone, e-mail) of one reference.

As part of the recruitment process, shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview and submit a writing sample.

Apply through our online recruitment system, link below. 

Salary: Individual salary.
Placement: Uppsala, Sweden.
Starting date: 1 June 2021, or as otherwise agreed.
Type of employment: Temporary position ending 31 May 2022 (possible extension for a second year).
Scope of employment: 100 %.
Please submit your application by 2 May 2021.

Please do not send offers of recruitment or advertising services. Visa mindre

Nordiska Afrikainstitutet söker en forskningskommunikatör med fokus på grafisk design och koordinering av vår publikationsfunktion.
Nordiska Afrikainstitutet är en svensk myndighet som sorterar under Utrikesdepartementet, men också ett nordiskt samfinansierat forskningsinstitut med uppdraget att producera och sprida kunskap om det moderna Afrika. Vi ser forskningsbaserad kunskap och analys som en viktig del av klokt beslutsfattande, och som vårt bidrag till arbetet med Agenda2030.
Institutet står på tre ben: forskningen, det unika Afrikabiblioteket, och kommunikationsarbetet. Vi är sex kommunikatörer som har i uppdrag att se till att våra målgrupper, bland dem forskare och beslutsfattare, i Norden, EU, och Afrika, har tillgång till relevant kunskap om samhälleliga förändringar i det moderna Afrika. Det gör vi genom att producera och sprida publikationer, texter och filmer, utveckla och genomföra både större evenemang och mindre samtal, vidareutveckla vår nya webbplats, och strategiskt utöka vår närvaro i sociala medier. Bland annat.
Under första halvåret 2021 kommer en av våra medarbetare att vara föräldraledig och vi söker en kommunikatör med fokus på grafisk design för ett vikariat under denna period.
Din huvuduppgift är att producera våra policynoter. De görs i existerande mallar, och utöver nödvändig tillgänglighetsanpassning, så läggs en hel del tid på att producera infografik som kan användas både i tryckt version och i våra webbversioner.
När publikationerna är producerade så vidtar ofta ett arbete med att organisera samtal och briefingar i ämnet, något du gör tillsammans med vår eventansvariga kollega.
Layoutarbetet och publikationskoordineringen kommer att uppta drygt halva din arbetstid. Därför är vi nyfikna på vilken ytterligare kompetens inom kommunikationsområdet du kan bidra med. Forskningskommunikation är ett jättespännande område, tycker vi, och vi för hela tiden diskussioner om hur vi kan utveckla den.
Dina huvudsakliga arbetsuppgifter kommer att vara:
Producera policynoter och andra kortare publikationer, och utifrån text och samråd med forskare skapa lämplig infografik.
Sprida publikationer i lämpliga nätverk, ladda upp dem i olika repositorier, och tillsammans med andra kommunikatörer marknadsföra dem i olika kanaler.
Stödja eventansvarig kommunikatör i planering och genomförande av lanseringar och andra event kopplade till publikationer.
Tillsammans med andra kommunikatörer lyfta institutets forskning och biblioteksresurser i olika kanaler.
Hantera kontakter med författare, samt tryckeri och förlagspartner.
Övrigt kommunikationsarbete kan förekomma.

Kvalifikationer:
Dokumenterad erfarenhet av grafisk formgivning i InDesign.
Erfarenhet av att arbete på en kommunikationsavdelning eller motsvarande, gärna med forskningsinriktning.
Mycket goda kunskaper i engelska.

Meriterande
Erfarenhet av att producera infografik från komplicerat material.
Kunskap om samhälleliga förhållanden och förändringar i Afrika.

Utbildning:
Relevant yrkesutbildning som kommunikatör eller formgivare.
Anställning
Vikariat, från december 2020 till och med juni 2021. Arbetsplatsen är Nordiska Afrikainstitutets lokaler i Botaniska trädgården i Uppsala kombinerat med arbete hemifrån.
För mer information:
Kontakta enhetschef Victoria Engstrand-Neacsu, HR generalist Dan Åkhagen, eller Fackliga representanter Johan Sävström (ST) och Henrik Alfredsson (Saco). Telefon växel 018-4715200
Ansökan
Skicka en presentation av dig själv med en motivering till varför du tror att du skulle passa för jobbet, samt ett CV till [email protected] senast 2020-11-16. Rekryteringsprocessen kan komma att innehålla praktiska moment. Visa mindre

About the Nordic Africa Institute
The Nordic Africa Institute (NAI) is a Swedish government agency and has a unique mandate to produce research and inform policy which is relevant to support development in Africa. We intend to develop our role further as the Nordic hub for Africa focused research, documentation and policy advice and we are therefore looking for an experienced researcher who is enthusiastic about contributing to NAI’s research and policy work in the coming years.
Read the full advert at:
https://nai.uu.se/about-us/vacancies/2020-06-22-senior-researcher----conflict-and-security.html

Job Description
Senior researchers at the Institute are expected to initiate new research projects and lead the execution of research projects/programmes. They are expected to work in an interdisciplinary environment and systematically share analyses with colleagues and stakeholders. Researchers are also expected to engage in other activities of the institute such as policy dialogues, media engagements, dissemination activities, planning and organising research seminars and conferences, scholarship programmes etc. within their areas of specialization and expertise. Researchers should be able to participate actively in the preparation of research projects/programmes, review of different applications within the area of research. Other tasks and assignments may include planning, facilitating academic networking and dissemination of research findings. In addition, senior researchers will carry out other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Research.

Qualifications
Must
A PhD degree in relevant discipline within social sciences or humanities.
A minimum of at least 5 years of post-doctoral working experience from Africa focused research and publishing on conflict and security with special focus on the influence of external powers and/or growth of terrorism.
Proven experience in policy advice and media engagements.
Ability to present complex issues in a readable form for both academic and non-academic audiences.
Strong analytical skills including the use of quantitative and/or qualitative research techniques.
Excellent knowledge of the English language, and competences and skills in effective communication.

Merits
Strong networks within African studies and with other relevant stakeholders in the above mentioned research field especially on the African continent.
Good knowledge of research centres, networks, and universities in the Nordic countries and in Africa.
Proven knowledge of policy processes and policy environments.
Proven capacity to attract external funding for research programmes and projects.
Knowledge of French or Portuguese.

The application should contain:
A. Proposal for a research project not exceeding 5 pages which should include:
Research problem, methodology and conceptual & theoretical framework;
Potential sources of external funding for proposed research activities;
Strategies for disseminating research findings (including platforms for policy engagements and media activities).

B. A complete CV with a list of scientific publications (including books, articles, research reports, policy notes, etc), research projects conducted/participated (with indication of those dealing with conflict and security), and most recent papers presented at conferences.
C. Three sample publications by applicant that relate to the thematic area of research. (Preferably through links to online sources, and in two copies each if print copies are sent).
D. The names, professional titles and addresses (phone, e-mail) of two references.
As part of the recruitment process, shortlisted candidates will be invited to present their proposed research projects for the Nordic Africa Institute.


Condition of Service
This is a permanent position, with a probationary period of 6 months[1]. Salary is negotiable within the Institute’s current salary levels and remuneration packages. The position includes attractive benefits and conditions offered for employees of Swedish civil service.
Starting date is as soon as possible.

Contact persons:
Therese Sjömander Magnusson, Director, or Tania Berger, Head of Administration/HR. Trade Union representatives: Johan Sävström (OFR/ST) and Henrik Alfredsson (Saco-S). All can be reached at +46 18 471 52 00 or [email protected].
More information about the institute’s research focal areas and themes, on-going research activities, strategy/values, scholarship programmes, library services and publications is available on the website: www.nai.uu.se.

The application should be sent:
by email to [email protected]. (Including publications to the extent possible or by indication of internet addresses when available).
Closing Date for applications: 2020-08-14
The Institute promotes equal opportunities for all, and good representation of African regions. Women are particularly encouraged to apply.


[1] Should the new NAI strategy 2022-2026 not focus on conflict and security, the position will not be extended after January 2022. Visa mindre

Nordiska Afrikainstitutet är ett institut för forskning, dokumentation och information om Afrika i Norden. Institutet som grundades 1962 är en svensk statlig myndighet under Utrikesdepartementet och finansieras gemensamt av Sverige, Finland och Island. Institutet har 33 medarbetare och har sitt kontor i vacker miljö i Botaniska Trädgården i Uppsala.


Är du en engagerad arkivarie som vill arbeta på en myndighet med ett aktuellt samhällsuppdrag? Vi söker en person som ska driva utvecklingen av myndighetens arkivbildning och ansvara för institutets arkiv och registratur. Som arkivarie/dataskyddsombud kommer du att ingå i enheten för Förvaltning och verksamhetsutveckling. Enheten ansvarar för uppgifter inom ekonomi, IT, dokumenthantering, upphandling, lokaler och inventarier. Till enhetens ansvar hör även arbete med informationssäkerhet och digital verksamhetsutveckling.
Som arkivarie/dataskyddsombud kommer dina huvudsakliga arbetsuppgifter att bestå i löpande hantering av myndighetens arkiv och registratur, att ge råd och stöd i frågor kring arkiv/registratur och informationshantering, samt även att stödja, kontrollera och administrera olika dokumenthanteringsprocesser. Du kommer att arbeta med frågor kopplade till informationssäkerhet och dataskyddsförordningen och vara myndighetens dataskyddsombud. Du kommer därtill att vara delaktig i att utforma strategier och planer för en hållbar och långsiktig informationsförsörjning utifrån gällande regelverk. Det omfattar bland annat att förvalta och utveckla myndighetens verksamhetsbaserade arkivredovisning.
I arbetsuppgifter ingår bland annat:
· Registrering och distribuering av inkommande handlingar
· Utlämnanden av allmänna handlingar
· Gallring, förteckning och förvaltning av verksamhetsarkivet
· Framtagande av styrdokument och handledningar för dokumenthantering
· Tolka och tillämpa arkivföreskrifter
· Ingå i arbetsgrupp för digitalisering
· Bidra till organisationens arbete kring informationssäkerhet
· Medverka till att utveckla arkiv- och registraturfunktionen
· Vid behov kan även andra arbetsuppgifter som enheten ansvarar för ingå


Kvalifikationer
Vi söker dig som har en akademisk utbildning med minst 60hp/40p arkiv- och informationsvetenskap. Du ska ha god kunskap om arkiv- och offentlighetslagstiftningen samt dataskyddsförordningen och ha erfarenhet av liknande arbetsuppgifter från offentlig verksamhet. Det är viktigt med mycket goda kunskaper i svenska och engelska i tal och skrift. Du ska även ha mycket god digital kompetens. Som person är du noggrann, ansvarstagande och du ska kunna arbeta strukturerat och självständigt. Du ska ha en god känsla för service och intresse att arbeta i en verksamhetsstödjande funktion. Du ska ha god samarbetsförmåga och trivas i en internationellt präglad och flerspråkig arbetsmiljö. Stor vikt kommer att läggas vid dina personliga egenskaper.
Erfarenhet av liknande arbetsuppgifter inom statlig verksamhet är meriterande.


Anställningsvillkor
Anställningen är tillsvidare på heltid (100%) med tillträde efter överenskommelse. Vid institutet tillämpas provanställning.
Välkommen med din ansökan senast den 18 juni 2020 via e-post: [email protected].
Nordiska Afrikainstitutet är en arbetsplats som eftersträvar att ge lika möjligheter för alla och som värdesätter etnisk och kulturell mångfald. Visa mindre