pbThis 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 Italy. /b /ppThe 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. /ph3Accountabilities /h3pAs 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. /pulliIdentify and engage experts in organized crime to support the development and dissemination of the Global Organized Crime Index. /liliParticipate in regular virtual meetings,



providing progress updates and relevant information to the Research Coordinator and Project Lead. /liliCoordinate and organize expert group meetings, workshops, virtual meetings, and other project-related events. /liliContribute to drafting, reviewing, and updating documentation related to the Index. /liliConduct country-specific and thematic research on organized crime trends, events, and developments. /liliRegularly update country profiles covering criminal markets, organized crime actors, and national resilience mechanisms across assigned regions. /liliConsolidate research findings and expert feedback into comprehensive profiles prepared for expert review. /liliSupport communication and dissemination activities to increase the visibility and reach of the Index. /liliAssist with administrative duties and other project-related tasks as required. /li /ulh3Requirements /h3pThe 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.



/pulliUndergraduate degree in Organized Crime or a related social science discipline, such as Criminology, Security Studies, Law, International Relations, or International Crime and Justice. /liliStrong research experience, particularly in conducting structured research and gathering reliable information. /liliFluency in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. /liliProficiency in Microsoft Excel. /liliStrong organizational and time-management skills. /liliExceptional attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy when handling large amounts of information. /liliAbility to work independently as well as collaboratively within a small team. /liliCapacity to manage multiple responsibilities systematically and meet strict deadlines, including under pressure. /li /ulpAdditional assets: /pulliPrevious experience working in a field related to organized crime. /liliExperience in data collection, statistical analysis, or research methodologies. /li /ulh3Benefits /h3ulliOpportunity to contribute to a major international research initiative addressing transnational organized crime. /liliExposure to a global network of researchers, specialists, and experts working across different regions. /liliOpportunity to develop expertise in organized crime, criminal markets, governance, and national resilience. /liliFully remote working arrangement. /liliFull-time, six-month contract. /liliOpportunity to collaborate with a globally distributed and multidisciplinary research team. /li /ul #J-18808-Ljbffr

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