ANDREW MANNERS

ANDREW MANNERS 22 White Lodge Close Isleworth, TW7 6TH

Phone: 0778 898 1751 Email: [email protected]

Writer & Editor Deadline-driven, detail-orientated politics and economics writer with more than six years’ experience in in-depth research, reporting and editing on Sub-Saharan Africa and MENA . Proven track record of composing and editing high-level reports and articles. This includes articles, blogs, strategic alerts, and features that deliver informed future predictions and forecasts for a range of readers and clients. Excellent editorial capabilities, especially since becoming Sub-Saharan Africa editor at one of the world’s leading political risk publications, Global Risk Insights. Strong communicator, with analysis and commentary regularly featured in the mainstream media and cited in leading international journal articles. Technically proficient CMS Systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

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Sub-Saharan Africa Research Editing Professional writing

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Political risk CMS systems Terrorism Macroeconomics

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Foreign Policy Emerging markets Investment analysis Economic forecasting

Education Master of Science, Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding (Conflict Studies), Durham University Upper Second Class Honours, Oct. 2014-Sept. 2015 Bachelor of Arts, International Relations, University of Western Australia First Class Honours, Feb. 2007-Aug. 2014 Bachelor of Laws, LLB, University of Western Australia Upper Second Class Honours, Feb. 2007-Aug. 2014

Professional Experience GLOBAL RISK INSIGHTS, LONDON, UK October. 2015-Present EDITOR (FEB. 2016-PRESENT) & ANALYST (Oct. 2015-Feb. 2016)  Promoted to the role of Sub-Saharan Africa editor, only four months after joining as an analyst.  Help guide all editorial content on Sub-Saharan Africa.  Extensive copy-editing, headline writing and homepage maintenance.  Help develop and maintain the online presence of GRI.  Write a weekly political risk article analysing key geopolitical and economic developments in EMEA Areas of expertise include: political violence, frontier markets, macroeconomics, economic forecasting, investment analysis, commodities, political upheaval and elections, including in Europe.  Achieved a number of republications with major media outlets.  Conduct extensive stakeholder engagement.  Facilitate a range of detailed feature interviews with political experts and industry leaders.

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FUTURE DIRECTIONS INTERNATIONAL, PERTH, WESTERN AUSTRALIA Nov. 2010-Present RESEARCH ANALYST (Nov. 2010-Oct. 2014) & VISITING FELLOW (Oct. 2015-Present)  Composed written articles providing analysis of political, economic and security issues throughout Sub-Saharan Africa and MENA, resulting in circulation to thousands of businessmen, journalists, policymakers and academics.  Conducted extensive research in areas of political risk, politics and government, macroeconomics, emerging markets, terrorism and security.  Headed the Indonesian desk. As head I was responsible for editorial decision-making on Indonesia. Having helped launch the department in 2013, my decision making meant that, when I left a year later, the desk was respected by journalists, policymakers, and business people across the country.  Selected to give commentary and interviews to mainstream Australian media including ABC Radio National (Indonesia-India relations) and ABC News (on the Lord’s resistance army).  Achieved republication of analysis in Sky News, Nine News, Nine MSN, Rappler, Malaysian Sun, Indonesia Today and Australian Policy Online.  Maintained subscription-based services, including email alerts and daily briefs.  Served as liaison between think tank and policy officials, diplomats and journalists.  Named as Guest Speaker at Australian Indonesian Youth Association Dinner in 2014.  Became youngest ever Fellow in October 2015, aged just 25. GUINNESS PARTNERSHIP, LONDON, UK Sept. 2015-Dec. 2015 (temporary contract) RESEARCH ANALYST  Conducted research on current and potential new markets for products and services.  Provided objective analysis and reports based on quantitative and qualitative data.  Played a key role in the management of complex projects, leading to on-time delivery.  Assisted junior employees, resulting in increased job competency and proficiency.  Travelled across England to consult with employees and clients. These consultations led to improved efficiency, enabling the company to cut back staff hours needed to complete vital tasks. DURHAM LAW SCHOOL/DURHAM GLOBAL SECURITY INSTITUTE June 2015-Nov. 2015 RESEARCH ASSISTANT  Conducted a survey of the relevant literature for preparation of policy brief focusing on relationship between law and politics in international conflict resolution.  Actively networked with leading international law scholars and conflict negotiators on behalf of Durham law lecturers. THE WALK FREE FOUNDATION, PERTH, AUSTRALIA April 2014 INTERN  Conducted in-depth data analysis measuring responses to slavery in Egypt, utilising Microsoft Excel.

References STEPHEN SMITH Former Defence Minister of Australia Former Foreign Minister of Australia [email protected] MAJOR GENERAL J OHN HARTLEY AO (RETD) Institute Director and CEO, Future Directions International Former Head of Army Intelligence Former Deputy Chief of the Army + 61 9389 9831