Вакансия: Political Affairs Analyst
Key Qualifications & SkillsMust-Have Skills & Expertise;Deep understanding of Russian domestic and foreign policy;Expertise in geopolitical risk assessment and strategic forecasting;Strong knowledge of Russian security, defense, and intelligence affairs;Experience in analyzing sanctions, trade policies, and energy markets;Ability to write concise policy briefs, reports, and analytical papers;Proficiency in data analysis and intelligence gathering;Fluency in Russian (native) and proficiency in English (written and spoken).Preferred Skills & ExperiencePrior experience in government advisory, policy research, intelligence analysis, or consulting;Strong knowledge of military and economic strategies, diplomatic negotiations, and international relations;Experience with media commentary, academic publishing, or think tank research;Expertise in Russia's relations with CIS countries, NATO, EU, China, and the U.S.;Familiarity with legislative and regulatory processes in Russia.Education & BackgroundRelevant DegreesCandidates should ideally hold a Master's or PhD in:International Relations;Political Science;Security Studies;Economics;Law or Public Administration;Area Studies (Russia & Eurasia).Top Russian Institutions to TargetMoscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO) - Specializes in diplomacy and international affairs;Higher School of Economics (HSE) - Strong in political science, economics, and security studies;Moscow State University (MSU/MGU) - Leading institution for political science and area studies;Russian Academy of Sciences (RAN) - Key research institutions focusing on global economy and political affairs;Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia - Focuses on training foreign policy experts;St. Petersburg State University (SPbU) - Known for its expertise in international relations and history;Target Employers & Previous Experience;Think Tanks & Research Centers;Institute of World Economy and International Relations (IMEMO RAN) - Strategic studies and economic policy;Institute for US and Canadian Studies (ISKRAN) - Russia-U.S. relations and security issues;Russian Institute for Strategic Studies (RISI) - Geopolitical and defense research;Center for Strategic Research (CSR) - Policy planning and economic analysis;Valdai Discussion Club - Global political discussions and strategic insights;Council on Foreign and Defense Policy (SVOP) - Defense, security, and foreign policy analysis.State Media & Analysis OutletsRussia Today (RT) - International media coverage of Russian policies;RIA Novosti - Political, economic, and security news analysis;Kommersant (Foreign Policy Desk) - Economic and geopolitical reporting;TASS (Political & Security Desk) - Official government news agency;Izvestia - Political journalism and policy analysis.Government & Policy InstitutionsMinistry of Foreign Affairs of Russia (MID) - Russian foreign policy and diplomatic strategies;Ministry of Defense (MoD) - National security, defense policy, and military affairs;Russian Presidential Administration (AP) - High-level policy planning and strategic decision-making;State Duma (Foreign Affairs, Security, or Economic Policy Committees) - Legislative and policy research;Russian Security Council - National security and strategic planning;Russian International Affairs Council (RIAC) - Analytical reports on foreign policy and international relations.
