Associate - Global Organized Crime Index

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Associate – Global Organized Crime Index based remotely in United Arab Emirates. The Associate – Global Organized Crime Index will contribute to the research, development, and dissemination of a major international initiative assessing organized crime worldwide. Working alongside a specialized research team, you will investigate criminal markets, organized crime actors, and national resilience responses across different countries and regions. The role combines desk research, country-level data collection, expert coordination, and the preparation of analytical profiles for external review. You will help ensure that information is accurate, up to date, and supported by relevant research and expert insights. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to meaningful international research addressing complex security, governance, and development challenges. It is a six-month, full-time contract within a globally distributed and collaborative research environment. Accountabilities As an Associate, you will support the different stages of the Global Organized Crime Index's production, working closely with the research coordination team and contributing to research, expert engagement, project coordination, and dissemination activities. - Identify and engage experts in organized crime to support the development and dissemination of the Global Organized Crime Index. - Participate in regular virtual meetings, providing progress updates and relevant information to the Research Coordinator and Project Lead. - Coordinate and organize expert group meetings, workshops, virtual meetings, and other project-related events. - Contribute to drafting, reviewing, and updating documentation related to the Index. - Conduct country-specific and thematic research on organized crime trends, events, and developments. - Regularly update country profiles covering criminal markets, organized crime actors, and national resilience mechanisms across assigned regions. - Consolidate research findings and expert feedback into comprehensive profiles prepared for expert review.

- Support communication and dissemination activities to increase the visibility and reach of the Index. - Assist with administrative duties and other project-related tasks as required. Requirements The ideal candidate has an academic background in criminology, organized crime, or a related social science discipline, combined with strong research, analytical, and organizational capabilities. You should be comfortable working independently and collaboratively in an international environment while maintaining accuracy and meeting demanding deadlines. - Undergraduate degree in Organized Crime or a related social science discipline, such as Criminology, Security Studies, Law, International Relations, or International Crime and Justice. - Strong research experience, particularly in conducting structured research and gathering reliable information. - Fluency in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. - Strong organizational and time-management skills. - Exceptional attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy when handling large amounts of information. - Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a small team. - Capacity to manage multiple responsibilities systematically and meet strict deadlines, including under pressure. Additional assets: - Previous experience working in a field related to organized crime. - Experience in data collection, statistical analysis, or research methodologies. Benefits - Opportunity to contribute to a major international research initiative addressing transnational organized crime.