Call for Application: Research Expert

Organization: Youth Initiative for Human Rights – Kosovo (YIHR KS)
Position: Research Expert

Overview: YIHR KS is seeking a Research Expert to collaborate on a joint research project with New Social Initiative (NSI) focusing on civil registration issues faced by non-majority communities in Kosovo. The project aims to assess current administrative instructions and other regulatory measures governing civil registration, with a particular focus on complaint procedures. The research will employ both qualitative and quantitative methods, with the Research Expert specifically responsible for qualitative analysis.

Terms of Reference (ToR) for Research Expert

  • Coordinate closely with the Main Researcher from NSI on all aspects of the research concerning civil registration and access to documents among non-majority communities.
  • Review the existing legal framework pertaining to civil registration, including reports from relevant institutions, both national and international (governmental and non-governmental), and compile a summary of key findings.
  • Collaborate with the main researcher to develop questionnaires for conducting in-person interviews with institutional representatives and affected citizens.
  • Conduct and summarize findings from 10 interviews and incorporate them into a comprehensive report to be submitted to the Main Researcher by the end of November 2024.
  • Remain available to the Main Researcher for any further clarifications required during the drafting of the report.
  • Ensure anonymization and confidentiality of information in the final report upon request from interviewees.

Contract Details:

  • Duration: 20 working days spread across 5 months (August – December 2024).

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Advanced degree (Master’s or equivalent) in a relevant field such as Law, Social Sciences, International Relations, or similar.
  • Proven experience in qualitative research methodologies, particularly in conducting interviews and analyzing qualitative data.
  • Familiarity with civil registration issues, human rights frameworks, and Kosovo’s legal context is desirable.
  • Strong organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative research environment.
  • Excellent communication skills in English and Albanian (knowledge of Serbian would be an asset).

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit the following documents to apply@yihr.org by August 4, 2024 with the subject Research Expert 2024:

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV) highlighting relevant experience.
  • Cover letter outlining motivation and qualifications for the position.
  • A sample of a previous research.
  • Financial offer for a day for 20 days.

YIHR KS is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from non-majority communities.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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