Contributing to research design, selecting appropriate analytical approaches, undertaking data collection, and analysing and reporting findings.
Contributing to the group’s thought leadership on defence strategy, policy, capability development, acquisition, defence economics, defence workforce and the armed forces.
Helping to raise RAND Europe’s profile and communicate research findings to maximise impact.
Building on RAND Europe’s strong research track record by leading the delivery of a varied portfolio of projects in the Netherlands and helping expand into new areas of work.
Coordinating, managing, and supporting business development initiatives, including bid and proposal activity.
Building and maintaining networks with funders and collaborators in the Netherlands.
Working with team members and the DSJ Senior Leadership Team and Research Group Director to deliver the group’s strategic objectives.
Helping ensure that RAND Europe’s research has a positive impact within policy communities and the wider world.

Excellent command of Dutch and English (spoken and written); ability to communicate complex findings clearly to policymakers.
Ability to lead research projects, develop business, lead proposals and represent RAND in public and media engagements.
Proven expertise in, and understanding of, the Dutch defence and security landscape, with experience in one or more of the following areas: defence policy, strategy, capability development, acquisition, innovation, technology, or related issues.
Experience of integrating multiple research and analysis methods as part of multi-method approaches to problem solving and/or policy research.
Strong professional networks across the defence, security, and policy communities in the Netherlands and, ideally, beyond.
Evidence of working as part of a team, motivating others, mentoring and actively developing colleagues for skills and career progression.
Excellent analytical, writing and presentation skills (evidenced by examples) and the proven ability to communicate effectively with clients and to varied internal and external audiences.
Strong project leadership / management experience, including experience of people management, stakeholder management and budgeting.
Eligible for, and willing to obtain, relevant national (e.g., Dutch) and NATO security clearance where required as part of the role.
Established networks across Dutch government, academic and research institutions, the armed forces, and relevant national and international organisations.

Senior Research Analyst – Defence, Dutch fluency

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