HJHenry Jenks
@henryjenks
International affairs analyst specializing in MENA policy, Arabic OSINT, and research.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am an international affairs analyst with hands-on experience in MENA research, Arabic open-source intelligence, and policy analysis. I have supported intelligence reporting, produced long-term analytic assessments on Syrian political and security trends, and contributed to policy proposals and program design in Jordan and Morocco.
I combine advanced Arabic (MSA, Levantine, Moroccan), quantitative tools like STATA, and strong writing and briefing skills to deliver actionable insights for policymakers and academic audiences. I seek roles where I can leverage regional expertise, OSINT capabilities, and policy analysis to inform strategy and programmatic decisions.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
IWNational Security Analyst Intern
Institute for the Study of War
May 2025 - Dec 2025 (7 months)
Contributed daily intelligence products and Arabic-language OSINT analysis on Syrian political, economic, and security developments, producing briefings and long-term analytic reports to support ISW strategic assessments.
Presidential Intern
Al Akhawayn University
Aug 2024 - May 2025 (9 months)
Designed and facilitated a program to enhance student performance at the Language Center, collaborated across departments to launch an Office of Sustainability, and organized stakeholder events for the Office of Entrepreneurship and Employability.
Led weekly review sessions and conversation groups for beginner and intermediate Arabic students, provided one-on-one tutoring to improve test scores and conversational ability, and graded assessments with detailed feedback.
Research and Writing Intern
Envision Consulting Group
May 2023 - Jul 2023 (2 months)
Researched Middle East public policy and economic sectors, drafted a USD 30M school meal program proposal for the Jordanian government, compiled industry research for the European Investment Bank, and drafted speeches on macroeconomic trends.
Organized literature and conducted in-depth reviews for a book on Middle East immigration policy, synthesized findings, edited research materials for publication, and processed data using STATA.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
DUDenison University
Bachelor of Arts, International Studies
Grade: 3.48/4.00
Activities and societies: Arabic Teaching Assistant; Arabic Fellow; Research Assistant in International Studies; organized events and led conversation groups.
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies with a concentration in MENA and a minor in Economics; relevant coursework included Grand Strategy, Terrorism and Political Violence, and Conduct of American Foreign Policy.
School for International Training
Arabic / Middle East Studies
Completed study abroad coursework in Amman focusing on advanced Arabic and the geopolitics of the Middle East.
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Location
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