• Present human rights and when applicable humanitarian law issues and concerns to government officials, key political players in the Levant where they are operating, opinion leaders, inter-governmental agencies, and the media to promote human rights reforms.
• Disseminate analyses and information on policy developments on main human rights and political developments to CIHRS’ administration and advocacy staff, ensuring maximum internal awareness of internal developments and debates in the region, and its adequate reflection in CIHRS’ publications.
• Prepare detailed reports and briefing papers on key issues linked to the human rights situation, and the implication of political, social and security developments in the designated region on the improvement of human rights in the said countries, setting out relevant research findings and policy recommendations.
• When relevant, propose policy initiatives to be undertaken by the relevant governmental and non-governmental actors to address the underlying issues that feed grievances, and conduct advocacy that promotes CIHRS positions within the UN and EU as needed.
• Draft written material on the human rights situation in the designated sub-region and contribute to papers and commentaries for publication and perform media outreach, produce press releases, and build working relations with media outlets and individuals.
• Represent CIHRS in high-level international meetings, strategy sessions, events, trainings etc.
• In collaboration with relevant advocates, articulate clear and measurable advocacy objectives, and establish coherent strategies, plans and activities to achieve them.
• Regularly consult and strategize with partner organizations to formulate international and national advocacy strategies and goals to reflect the mission of CIHRS and to ensure that the work of CIHRS regarding the countries in the designated region complements and enhances their own work.
• Participate in CIHRS and program meetings to assist in the formulation and creation of organizational and program specific goals, plans and strategies.
• Assist CIHRS’ Programs Development Unit in project development efforts.
• Travel domestically and internationally, as required, to carry out research and advocacy.
• Supervise the campaigner’s work, security, and personal and professional development.
• In consultation with the Research Manager as appropriate, contribute to developing CIHRS region-wide focus on human rights promotion depending on expertise, regional developments, and capacity.
About the Candidate
Qualifications:
• Graduate degree in a relevant social science, legal or humanities field, post-graduate master’s degree preferred. Time in a relevant role will also be taken into consideration in lieu of a post-graduate degree.
• Languages: excellent written and spoken command of both Arabic and English.
The successful candidate will have:
• Minimum 3 years (full-time) working experience in the human rights field on the Arab region.
• Strong understanding of international politics and international human rights standards and mechanisms.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in Arabic and English.
• Ability to produce quality written material under tight deadlines.
• Excellent analytical skills and a strong understanding of political and social contexts as they pertain to the Levant
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
• Ability to formulate and carry out successful human rights advocacy campaigns.
• Demonstrated commitment to universal human rights.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly, work well under pressure and adapt to emerging issues and changing priorities. Missions or events requiring the presence of the Researcher may happen during weekends.
• The ability to work both as part of a team and to be individually motivated and organized.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• Willingness to take on new and challenging tasks and goals.
Commitment to Equality
CIHRS is committed to ensuring equality and non-discrimination on grounds of sex, race, religion, or belief in its hiring process. CIHRS is a multicultural environment that celebrates diversity. All employees are expected to promote and act in a manner that ensures a non-discriminatory, open, and sensitive approach to others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Benefits
Paid vacation allowance of 20 days per year plus national holidays, sick leave allowance according to CIHRS internal policies. Compensation days if required to work outside of contracted hours.
How to apply
All applicants must submit the following documents by midnight (CET) of October 18, 2023:
• Updated CV including details of language skills.
• Cover letter; responding to the above criteria.
• Publication sample, if available.
Applications should be submitted to recruitments@cihrs.org with subject title “Levant Researcher”.
Only applicants who have been shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.
Job Email id: recruitments(at)cihrs.org