Deadline: February 9, 2025
Apply now for the Civic Space Research Officer position at CIVICUS. The Civic Space Researcher role is responsible for contributing to CIVICUS’ civic space research priorities including the functioning of the CIVICUS Monitor, a leading global participatory research platform, focused on Central, West and lusophone Africa.
Responsibilities include developing curated research and daily high-quality content the CIVICUS Monitor and supporting the strengthening of the Monitor’s global research collaborations. In addition, the role advances CIVICUS’ civic space research agenda through the publication of high-quality periodic research papers, in-depth analysis of global trends and regular and continued tracking of civic space conditions including violations, abuses and positive developments.
Salary
- A salary of $36,061 USD (excluding benefits)
Eligibility
- A Master’s degree preferably in following domains: Political science, Law, Sociology, International relations, Journalism and Development;
- A minimum of three years professional experience working directly with civil society organisations and/or human rights defenders.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Competence with a wide range of languages – these can be either UN or non-UN languages – is considered a strong asset, competence in French is required and mandatory, additional competence in Portuguese desirable.
- Good understanding of global civil society, human rights and development issues and civic space trends, particularly in West, Central and lusophone Africa.
- An understanding of international human rights frameworks related to fundamental freedoms of association, peaceful assembly and expression.
- Basic computer literacy, with any web-based publication experience an advantage.
- Previous experience of drafting documents for publication, preferable in English
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a diverse team.
- Well-organised, with the ability to work independently.
- Ability to analyse complex sets of information and reveal trends.
- A commitment to improving respect for human rights.
Application
Your application should comprise of:
- A full CV, including educational and professional qualifications, a full employment history showing the more significant positions, responsibilities held, and relevant achievements.
- A covering note of not more than 1 page outlining your motivation for applying for the role.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted 2 weeks after the closing date to schedule interviews.
For more information, see Job Description and visit CIVICUS.
