Senior Analyst, Sub-Saharan Africa

Grade Level (for internal use):

The Team: We are a team of subject matter experts developing the forward-looking insights and analysis underpinning the GI products and advisory, supporting clients to anticipate and manage critical business risks as well as leverage strategic opportunities. We work within an intelligence-led approach to methodology and risk forecasting and all-source intelligence that sets us apart. Our structure is evolving in line with our client needs and to deliver on our business vision – which is to enrich our output through more integrated and holistic analysis within and across regional markets and industry sectors.

The Impact: You will be part of the sub-Saharan Africa country risk team, subject matter experts and external contributors developing the forward-looking insights and analysis underpinning the GI products and advisory. You will participate in cross-capability collaboration and partner within Insights & Analysis, across GI verticals as well as cultivate strategic, internal relationships to deliver timely actionable intelligence and unique insights to our clients.

What’s in it for you: Do you want to be part of a dynamic, innovative team? Do you want to deepen and broaden your regional expertise? Do you want to advise clients in need of making critical business decisions? Join us and you will have the chance to further expand your regional expertise and research and analytical skills as part of a fast-growing division.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver client-driven strategic research on political, business and security-related risks, with the primary focus on the sub-Saharan Africa region, with a particular focus on the Sahel states.

• Maintain existing products and deliverables, meeting S&P Global’s methodological and high-quality standards, ensuring they reflect latest analytical views in a forward-looking, commercially relevant, and timely manner.

• Maintain and grow a resilient and flexible network of external contributors across countries of coverage.

• Engage in innovative approaches to analysis and forecasting, including via the uses of new research methods, tools, and GI proprietary data.

• Interact directly with clients through formal presentations, consultancy projects, tailored client work, and media engagements.

• Uphold S&P Global's high standards of quality and style (verbal and written communication) and a regional team culture espousing key values of inclusion, diversity, agility, accountability, commercial relevance, and collaboration.

What We’re Looking For:

Basic Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree: A degree in a relevant field such as International Relations, Political Science, Business Administration.

• Master’s Degree: A degree in a related field (e.g., International Business, Public Policy, Data Analytics, or a specialized program focused on mining and risk management) is highly desirable.

• Deep understanding of the region’s political, security, and business environment.

• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with the regulatory environment for mining sector in the Sahel region, sub-Saharan Africa, and other key markets globally.

• At least 3-5 years of experience in country risk analysis, focusing on mining investments, infrastructure, or related sectors.

• Fluency in English (business level) is required; knowledge of French beneficial.

Key Soft Skills:

• Self-motivated, solutions-oriented thinker with strong problem-solving abilities.

• Highly effective organizational and prioritization skills, including the ability to stay on task, meet deadlines, and maintain focus in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey technical findings to non-technical audiences.

• Work independently and regularly collaborate with colleagues across multiple time zones.

• Familiarity with mining sector operations, and investment strategies in the mining sector.

• Understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance issues related to the mining sector in various jurisdictions.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with NLP, sentiment analysis, or automated data extraction from large unstructured datasets.

• Track record of integrating new technologies into research workflows to enhance efficiency and insight generation.

• Experience working or living in-region is desired.

About S&P Global Market Intelligence
At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.
For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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