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Moonshot

Manager

London , United Kingdom
full-time

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Lead a project team in analyzing open-source online data to combat organized crime while developing innovative research methodologies and managing stakeholder relationships.

Moonshot believes that marginalised people in society — including minority ethnic people, people from working class backgrounds, women, Disabled and LGBTQIA+ people — must be centred in the work we do. We strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other communities who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. We know a diverse workforce will enable us to understand drivers behind violent extremism and online harms in an in-depth way and do better work to counter them.

Candidates will be expected to undertake and pass a police check and additional checks for security clearance at an SC level - typically a minimum of three years’ continuous UK residency within the past five years.

About the role:

Moonshot is currently recruiting a Manager as part of an existing programme of work. In this role, you will be focused on gathering and analysing open-source online data and carrying out aspects of delivery for a specific organised crime project. You will also be expected to work to advance our research methodologies and support the strategic understanding of our clients.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Overseeing analysis of diverse forms of data, including OSINT, social media metrics, organised crime material and data gathered by our in-house specialist software.
  • Overseeing the development of quantitative and qualitative research methods to collect and analyse large datasets.
  • Working to demanding, high-tempo reporting schedules for clients.
  • Developing and sharing subject matter expertise related to organised crime and other online harms across the organisation.
  • Developing new methodologies to improve understanding of organised crime and other public safety issues.
  • Management of projects, including ensuring delivery within agreed timeframes and budgets.
  • Managing key relationships with clients, partner organisations and other stakeholders.
  • Identification and management of project risks.
  • Leading a medium-sized project team.
  • Supporting our business development by identifying and applying for funding opportunities, building relationships with clients and partner organisations.

Requirements

Essential:

  • Candidates will be expected to undertake DBS checks or have, and be willing to apply for SC clearance - typically a minimum of three years’ continuous UK residency within the past five years.
  • Professional experience leading projects involving analysis and investigation using open-source research and OSINT methods.
  • Relevant professional or research experience in countering organised crime.
  • Experience managing project teams and client management.
  • A strong ability to source, interpret and analyse both quantitative and qualitative data.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to identify subtle patterns.
  • Demonstrable ability to work under pressure, taking action and getting things done, both in managing your own workload and that of others.
  • Inquisitiveness and adaptability, particularly in relation to new technology and the use of social media for research.
  • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Willingness to be on-call and occasionally work outside regular working hours in response to incidents and relevant events.
  • We require and will check on candidates' eligibility to work in the UK and pass any relevant security clearance procedures per the needs of clients. 

Desirable: 

  • Experience in quantitative methods for social science and specialist quantitative skills, including open source intelligence tools, data visualisation or other data analysis tool sets.
  • Security clearance at an SC level or higher in current role.

Benefits

  • 30 ​days​ paid​ ​leave​ ​per​ ​annum.
  • Private ​healthcare​ ​ package,​ including​ ​coverage​ ​for​ ​partners​ ​and​​ children.
  • Employee Assistance Programme providing access to mental health support.
  • Generous maternity and paternity leave: 26 weeks paid maternity leave, 8 weeks paid paternity leave.
  • All permanent employees are granted share options upon employment.

Salary:  £46,000 - £55,000 Depending on skills and experience

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Equity Compensation: All permanent employees are granted share options upon employment.
  • Health Insurance: Private healthcare package, including coverage for partners and children.
  • Employee Assistance Programme: Employee Assistance Programme providing access to mental health support.
  • Paid Parental Leave: Generous maternity and paternity leave: 26 weeks paid maternity leave, 8 weeks paid paternity leave.
  • Paid Time Off: 30 days paid leave per annum.
Moonshot

About Moonshot:Moonshot is a social enterprise which specialises in disrupting and reducing online harms across the globe. We currently operate in more than 28 countries across different forms of violent extremism, disinformation, and other public safety issues, such as gender-based violence. We use data-proven techniques to ensure our clients respond effectively, and our work ranges from targeted intervention programmes, software development and digital capacity building, to leading global counter-messaging campaigns, and monitoring and evaluation. We do this through: Finding new ways to reach individuals at risk of involvement in violent extremism and other forms of violence. Working across different violent extremist ideologies and public safety issues. Collaborating with partners and working for clients including governments, NGOs and private sector organisations from across the globe. Building a multifaceted team with a diversity of backgrounds, both professional and academic, including international development, policing, communications, psychology, data science and software engineering. Investing in the research and development of new technologies and methodologies to counter extremism, misinformation, and other public safety issues. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic, Disabled and LGBTQIA+ candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. We know a diverse workforce will enable us to understand drivers behind violent extremism and online harms in an in-depth way and do better work to counter them.Working at Moonshot:We’re growing quickly, have big ambitions, and high expectations of our staff. Our dedication to finding effective responses and leading innovation means that our work environment is fast-paced, dynamic and creative. We match this by offering our staff access to a range of learning and development options, scope to advance personal subject-matter expertise, and opportunities for career progression.Our staff say they value: Our shared sense of purpose: working as a team to find new solutions to global challenges. Personal development opportunities: a chance to learn new things and get even better at what you already do. Our ideas-driven culture: opportunities to work with creativity and autonomy whatever your position in our organisation. The diversity of thought: working with staff from a wide range of personal and professional backgrounds. Open and collaborative working: being part of a team who support each other to achieve great results. InclusivityMoonshot values the diversity of our team, and is committed to ensuring our workplace is inclusive. We are determined to ensure that our applicants and employees receive no less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race. We recognise that our staff have different requirements based on their circumstances, and we are committed to providing a workplace that caters for these, including flexible working time to allow for caring responsibilities and remote working arrangements and work space adjustments to accommodate people with disabilities and other health conditions.

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