Palestine Researcher - REMOTE
ACLED · EMEA
- Hybrid
- Contract
- $41,600 / year
- EMEA
Job highlights
- Collect and manage political violence data.
- Requires 25 hours weekly commitment.
- Fully remote consultancy opportunity.
- Entry-level position with training provided.
- Fluency in English and Arabic essential.
About the role
About ACLED
At ACLED, we provide accurate, accessible and timely data and analysis to better inform decisions that reduce violent conflict. We cover the globe with our data collection and analysis, offering local insights for global questions. We are a remote organization with researchers and partners located across all crises and conflicts.
The Consultancy Opportunity
ACLED is looking for a Palestine Researcher to assist in the collection, review and management of political violence and protest data across the West Bank. Researchers must be available for a minimum of 25 hours per week. This opportunity is fully remote and can be done from any location with reliable internet service.
This is an entry-level, independent consultant opportunity, and may require submissions mid-week and on weekends. This opportunity is open to nationals of any country. For more information, please review the Applicant FAQs.
Collection of data is conducted by reviewing news, international organization, NGO and security reports on a list of assigned countries, and recording the incidents of political violence into an Excel template. Researchers will focus on coding events to provide holistic coverage of current political violence, ranging from protests to battles.
Review and management of data involves ensuring the quality, consistency and reliability of the data produced. The researcher provides team members with experience conducting detail-oriented tasks, and producing and managing quantitative data.
Please note that this opportunity involves working with conflict-related media and reading about violent events.
Specific Deliverables
Candidates who are selected will undergo extensive ACLED training. The training consists of several exercises. Candidates' exercises will be scrutinized and only those who are performing at the required level will be retained as Researchers.
For those selected, the initial consultancy period will be from 27 April to 30 June. After this, continuation may be possible, pending performance and availability of funding.
Remuneration
Remuneration is 20 USD per hour.
Skills and Competencies
ACLED is seeking applicants who have the following skills and experience:
- University degree in international relations, political science, conflict studies, peacebuilding, international development, or related field.
- Familiarity with Excel (essential).
- Fluency in English (essential).
- Fluency in Arabic (essential).
- Fluency in Hebrew (preferred).
- Experience conducting desk-based research.
- Experience working to deadlines with limited supervision.
- A high level of attention to detail and ability to receive and incorporate feedback.
- Research focus or professional experience in conflict research or peace-building in the Middle East generally, or country-specific studies is a strong advantage.
- Familiarity with conflict and actors in the relevant countries.
- Access to a computer, a reliable internet connection, email, and the Microsoft Office Suite.
Applications
To apply for this opportunity, please submit a CV and cover letter detailing qualifications, experience and language proficiency to our career portal. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible. We will only review applications received through our career portal, so please make sure to use the application form on the portal. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a two-hour exercise as part of the evaluation of their coding aptitude.
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Key skills/competency
- Palestine Researcher
- Data Collection
- Political Violence
- Protest Data
- Excel
- Desk-based Research
- Conflict Studies
- Arabic Fluency
- English Fluency
- Attention to Detail
Skills & topics
- Palestine Researcher
- Conflict Analysis
- Political Violence
- Protest Data
- Data Collection
- Desk Research
- International Relations
- Peacebuilding
- Arabic Speaker
- English Speaker
- Remote Work
- Excel
- ACLED
How to get hired
- Tailor your CV and cover letter: Emphasize your research experience, detail-oriented skills, and language proficiencies (English, Arabic, and Hebrew if applicable) for the Palestine Researcher role.
- Highlight relevant academic background: Showcase degrees in international relations, political science, conflict studies, or related fields, and mention any specific focus on the Middle East or conflict research.
- Demonstrate technical skills: Explicitly state your familiarity with Excel and other Microsoft Office Suite tools, and your experience with desk-based research methods.
- Showcase attention to detail: Provide examples of how you've worked accurately under deadlines with limited supervision, and your ability to incorporate feedback.
- Apply early through the portal: Submit your application via the ACLED career portal as soon as possible, as applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Palestine Researcher at ACLED?
- As a Palestine Researcher, your primary duties will involve collecting, reviewing, and managing data on political violence and protests in the West Bank. This includes researching various sources like news, international organization reports, and NGO documents, and accurately coding this information into an Excel template. You will also ensure the quality and consistency of the data.
- Is this a remote position, and what are the location requirements for the Palestine Researcher role?
- Yes, this is a fully remote consultancy opportunity. You can work from any location as long as you have a reliable internet connection and access to a computer and Microsoft Office Suite. There are no specific geographic restrictions for this role.
- What is the expected time commitment for the Palestine Researcher position?
- The role requires a minimum commitment of 25 hours per week. Please note that this is an independent consultant opportunity, and tasks may sometimes need to be completed mid-week and on weekends.
- What are the essential language skills for the Palestine Researcher position?
- Fluency in both English and Arabic is essential for this role. While not required, fluency in Hebrew is considered a strong advantage and would be beneficial.
- What kind of training will be provided for the Palestine Researcher role?
- Selected candidates will undergo extensive ACLED training. This training includes several exercises designed to assess your coding aptitude and ability to meet ACLED's data collection standards. Only those who perform at the required level will be retained.
- What is the remuneration for the Palestine Researcher position?
- The remuneration for this consultancy is 20 USD per hour. Payment will be based on the hours worked and the deliverables provided.
- What academic qualifications are preferred for the Palestine Researcher role?
- ACLED prefers candidates with a university degree in international relations, political science, conflict studies, peacebuilding, international development, or a closely related field. Prior research experience in conflict or peacebuilding, particularly in the Middle East, is also highly advantageous.
- How does ACLED ensure data quality for the Palestine Researcher role?