Summary
Intelligence Analyst with over five years of experience in geopolitics, public policy and security risks particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. Skilled in translating complex technical subjects, regulations and developments into actionable insights for diverse audiences. Collaborative leader with documented strengths in leading diverse teams, and crafting bespoke analysis, briefs and strategies for clients in fast-paced environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head, Socio-Economic Advisory
Ministry Of National Security
09.2023 - Current
- Provided strategic insights to government on global digital rights advocacy during sensitive political climates, leading efforts against censorship and devising social media framework to ensure national security while preserving individual rights.
- Adapted client's outward policies and communication strategies for Mali, Senegal, Burkina Faso and Niger, emphasizing political & cultural sensitivity.
- Led multidisciplinary teams facilitating dialogues between government, civil society and international partners, increasing sensitization on national security risks from social media.
- Identified opportunities for leveraging social media by engaging geopolitical insights to improve transparency, responsiveness and accessibility of communications, leading to improved client presence on social media and content regulation efforts.
Deputy Lead, Research & Public Policy
Ministry Of National Security
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Advised senior government officials and regional partners on geopolitical insights, identifying opportunities and strategies to identify political risks in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Conducted high-level briefings for C-Suite executives, government and international partners, translating complex regulations such as the US AI Strategy, Tunisia’s Decree Law 54 and other highly technical subjects into easily accessible briefs.
- Served as the representative for regional dialogues and international forums, leveraging deep geopolitical insights to shape priorities leading to partnerships on key transregional initiatives such as Afctfta's Interoperability across Africa.
- Managed and supervised multi-agency teams of over 20 analysts and experts from ministries including National Security, Communication & Digitalization, Information and Cyber Sec Authority, producing 10 strategy documents on social media & disinformation, emerging technology, and elections, directly influencing policy.
Senior Intelligence Analyst
Ministry Of National Security
06.2020 - Current
- Identified strategic opportunities and priority areas for mitigating looming insecurity from the Sahel into littoral West Africa by leveraging deep geopolitical insights and OSINT, fostering regional security collaboration.
- Cultivated robust network of contacts across Francophone Africa, MENA & SADC regions, enhancing collaborative opportunities and supporting regional advocacy initiatives to promote information sharing.
- Led strategic communication initiatives for 10 clients, managing over 5 regional & national public relations crises and rectifying policy miscommunication to ensure clear and effective messaging.
Public Policy Research Assistant
Danquah Institute, Public Policy Think Tank
07.2019 - 06.2020
- Led media efforts to enhance visibility of Institute's initiatives, including "Ghana Beyond Aid" program, by building and maintaining network of 30 journalists and media professionals, resulting in extensive coverage and high attendance at events.
- Conducted qualitative research & stakeholder consultations and collaborated with senior analysts to draft policy briefs and position papers on Ghana's Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) programme.
- Led strategic communications by authoring speeches and press releases, and curated social media campaigns on COVID-19 in multiple langauges,communicating organization's vision and increasing awareness.
Education
Master of Arts - Security, Peace And Conflict Resolution Studies
07.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
06.2019
Skills
- Information management and organization
- Intelligence Methodologies & Analysis
- Data Visualization
- Research and Investigation
- Report writing
- Open Source Intelligence
- Intelligence products
- Qualitative Analysis
- Providing briefings
- Cross-cultural understanding
- National security understanding
- Counterterrorism Expertise
- Human Intelligence
- Technical expertise: i2 Analyst Notebook, Microsoft Office Suite, Linux (intermediate), Windows ( fluent) & MacOS (intermediate)
- Policy analysis
- Project Management
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Elementary (A2)
Certification
Equity & Justice in Technology Policy, University of Michigan
Executive Certificate in Counter-Terrorism Investigations, Al Akhawayn University
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification: Completed 35 contact hours required by the Project Management Institute (PMI)
Google Cybersecurity Professional, Coursera
Forthcoming Publication
R. Siaw, Hushed Voices: The Rising Threats to Africa’s Civic Space.
Key Presentations
- Presenter, ‘ Balancing Kinetic & Non-kinetic Approaches to Counter Terrorism in Africa’ Improvised Explosive Device Course -GAFC, Jul 2024
- Co-Presenter, ‘ Understanding the Threat of Terrorism in Africa’ IDEC 2024, Aug 2024
- Analyst, 'Impact of Disinformation on Election Integrity, Peace and Security', International IDEA, and Ministries of Information, Communication & Digitalization and National Security, Accra, Ghana, Nov,2023
- Discussant, 'GC3B: Cybercrime laws & regulations, the UN Cybercrime treaty, and their potential implications on fundamental rights' International Press Institute & Global Partners Digital and Media Foundation for West Africa, Nov 2023.
- Presenter, 'Africa's Emerging Security Leaders Conference' African Center for Strategic Studies, Washington,Dc, Jun,2022
Timeline
Head, Socio-Economic Advisory - Ministry Of National Security
09.2023 - Current
Deputy Lead, Research & Public Policy - Ministry Of National Security
06.2022 - 09.2023
Senior Intelligence Analyst - Ministry Of National Security
06.2020 - Current
Public Policy Research Assistant - Danquah Institute, Public Policy Think Tank
07.2019 - 06.2020
K. A. I. P. T. C. - Master of Arts, Security, Peace And Conflict Resolution Studies
Pentecost University - Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies
Equity & Justice in Technology Policy, University of Michigan
Executive Certificate in Counter-Terrorism Investigations, Al Akhawayn University
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification: Completed 35 contact hours required by the Project Management Institute (PMI)
Google Cybersecurity Professional, Coursera
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