Senior Subject Matter Expert on Transnational Organised Crime (TOC) & Security Sector Governance (SSG) / Research Lead

DCAF is seeking a senior research consultant to develop practical guidance on security sector governance in settings affected by transnational organised crime.

The assignment is remote/home-based with mission travel, involving up to 40 consultancy days between November 2026 and December 2027.

Read the full terms of reference and application instructions on the original ReliefWeb posting.

Lead comparative research and Latin American and Caribbean case studies, guide regional researchers, synthesise findings and support expert validation.

• Relevant advanced degree and at least 10 years of relevant research or security policy experience.
• Expertise in transnational organised crime and security sector governance, including Latin America.
• Professional fluency in English and Spanish is required; French is desirable.
• Availability for mission travel and workshops.

Apply online by 11 November 2026, using the instructions on the ReliefWeb posting. Include the required CV, motivation letter, technical proposal, writing sample and financial proposal. The source does not specify a closing time.

Source: ReliefWeb. Originally posted by Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance.