Regional Human Rights Expert - Remote

Overview

This position is for a Regional Human Rights Expert who will provide expert insight on human rights issues within Africa, working remotely in a part-time capacity.

In Short

• Part-time remote position requiring a PhD.
• Review and finalize expert reports for human rights cases.
• Analyze and contextualize information on regional human rights issues.
• Provide expert-level insight to support legal proceedings.
• Collaborate with legal and editorial teams.
• Ensure outputs meet high-quality benchmarks.
• Strong understanding of human rights issues required.
• Excellent English writing and communication skills necessary.
• Prior experience in academic research or field studies valued.
• Flexible remote work arrangements offered.

Requirements

• PhD in political science, sociology, international relations, history, law, or related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of regional human rights issues.
• Excellent English writing and communication skills (B2+ or higher).
• Prior experience in academic research or region-specific scholarship valued.
• Ability to work independently in a remote, part-time capacity.

Benefits

• Full training and access to structured methodologies.
• Regular projects with stable compensation.
• Flexible remote work arrangements.
• Opportunity to collaborate with an international human rights network.
• Exposure to impactful legal and research initiatives in human rights.