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.