Local Contacts at Tunjitech Consulting

Reports To: Principal Consultant, Tunjitech Consulting LTD

Locations:

• Southeastern Nigeria (Imo, Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, and Enugu States)
• Southwestern Nigeria (Lagos, Oyo, Osun, Ogun, Ekiti, Ondo States)
• Southsouthern Nigeria (Bayelsa, Cross River, Rivers, Delta, Edo and akwa Ibom States)
• North Central Nigeria (Plateau, FCT, Benue, Niger, Kwara, Nasarawa and Kogi States)

Job Summary

Tunjitech Consulting LTD is seeking a highly discreet and well-networked individual to serve as a Local Contact across regions in Nigeria. These are critical roles responsible for providing on-the-ground, actionable intelligence and situational awareness to support our security and risk advisory services. The ideal candidate will have an extensive network within the region and a deep, nuanced understanding of its security, political, and socio-economic dynamics.

Key Responsibilities

• Intelligence Gathering: Collect and provide real-time, accurate, and discreet information on security incidents, emerging threats, and socio-political developments across the southeastern states.
• Situational Reporting: Provide regular, ad-hoc, and on-demand reports on the general security climate, including armed group activities, civil unrest, crime trends, and the operational status of local security forces.
• Networking: Maintain and cultivate a broad network of trusted, discreet contacts across different sectors and communities, including government, civil society, traditional leaders, and local businesses.
• Verification: Cross-verify information from multiple sources to ensure accuracy and reliability before reporting to Tunjitech Consulting.
• Advisory: Provide expert, on-the-ground insights to inform Tunjitech's risk assessments, client briefings, and operational planning.
• Confidentiality: Adhere to the highest standards of confidentiality and discretion in all communications and activities.
• Travel Monitoring: Report on the safety of key travel routes and provide real-time updates on road conditions and potential roadblocks.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience working as a confidential source or in a similar intelligence-gathering role in the region.
• An extensive, verifiable network of contacts within the region.
• Deep, contextual knowledge of the security, political, and cultural landscape of region.
• Exceptional discretion and an understanding of the principles of secure communication.
• Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to provide clear, concise, and timely reports.
• Proven ability to operate independently and gather information in a discreet manner.
• Fluency in English language is required. Knowledge of other local languages is an advantage.
• Must be a resident in Nigeria.