Visualization and Digital Communication Specialist

Accountabilities

• • Produce original, accurate, and publication-ready visualizations of conflict patterns, research findings, themes, and analytical outputs.
  • Create high-quality maps, graphs, infographics, and other visual materials for use across different departments and regional outputs.
  • Transform complex datasets and analytical findings into clear, compelling visual narratives that are accessible to diverse audiences.
  • Contribute region-specific visualizations and thematic or global outputs in collaboration with regional experts and research teams.
  • Develop, refine, and maintain guidelines and best practices for data visualization and visual analysis.
  • Support the continued development of visual reporting approaches and strengthen consistency across the organization’s visual identity.
  • Research emerging data visualization methods, tools, and software to keep visual outputs innovative and aligned with current industry practices.
  • Contribute to Global Risk Center and external affairs outputs while coordinating closely with relevant research and communications teams.
  • Support responses to journalist and media inquiries by providing accurate and appropriately presented data visualizations and supporting information.
  • Verify that visualizations accurately represent underlying data, analytical findings, and accompanying summaries.
  • Support outreach and external engagement efforts involving media organizations, partners, and other stakeholders.
  • Participate in internal meetings and contribute to discussions concerning research outputs, communications, brand reputation, and audience reach.
  • Provide coordination, administrative, and communications support to management and contribute to ad hoc projects as required.

  Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Political Science, Social Sciences, Geography, Conflict Studies, or another discipline relevant to data visualization, research, and conflict analysis.
  • At least 3 years of professional experience working in a research environment.
  • Demonstrated experience with conflict analysis and the ability to interpret complex research and data in an accurate and meaningful way.
  • Proven experience using Tableau and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
  • Experience working with conflict and event datasets is highly desirable.
  • Knowledge of additional data analysis software, visualization platforms, programming languages, or related technical tools is a plus.
  • Strong critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and data interpretation skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality visual outputs.
  • Strong English-language proficiency, with excellent communication skills.
  • Strong writing and editing abilities are an advantage, particularly when translating analytical findings into clear narratives.
  • Ability to give, receive, and incorporate feedback constructively while maintaining high standards of quality.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams while also managing responsibilities independently.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines across multiple projects and priorities.
  • Portfolio demonstrating relevant professional work is required, including at least four examples covering a data story and visualization, a map-based visualization, an AI-assisted data investigation and visualization, and a carousel, interactive timeline, or infographic.

  Benefits

  • Annual salary of $42,000–$45,000 USD.
  • Full-time employment with a fully remote working arrangement.
  • Flexibility to work from any location with reliable internet connectivity.
  • Opportunity to contribute to research and communications outputs with global reach and relevance.
  • Exposure to multidisciplinary work spanning conflict analysis, research, data visualization, GIS, and digital communications.
  • Opportunity to develop innovative approaches to visual storytelling and data communication.
  • Collaborative environment combining independent work with interaction across research, regional, communications, and analytical teams.
  • Opportunity to work with diverse datasets, emerging visualization technologies, and evolving digital communication practices.