DIGNITY Kwanza is looking for a Volunteer Research Assistant (VRA) to support the organization in conducting research that will be used to write the book on Tanzania’s history as a refugee hosting state. The Volunteer Research Assistant must commit to at least six months of volunteer service.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in information gathering through desk research
- Record and analyze data, and draw inferences and conclusions from the data collected
- Use research results to write reports, and papers as the required
- Create and update content for the book project
- Create and manage checklists/programs guiding staff and stakeholders involved in the book writing project
- Support in organizing meetings for stakeholders involved in the book writing project
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned
Required qualifications and skills:
- i. Holder of a law degree (with good performance in Refugee Law and Human Rights law courses)
- ii. Knowledge on research ethics and research skills
- iii. Strong writing skills with ability to write clearly for a general audience
- iv. Excellent organizational skills
- v. Ability to pay close attention to details and work with minimal supervision
- vi. Shares DIGNITY Kwanza’s passion for refugee rights advocacy
- vii. Ability to work with diverse individuals and groups
- viii. Basic working knowledge of Gmail, Google Drive, MS Office and related tools (Docs, Sheets, etc.)
- ix. Problem-solving and investigative skills
- x. Ability to commit to at least 6 months of full-time work.
Values: Respect for diversity and promotes inclusion; Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
Professionalism: Ability to work in a composed, competent, and committed manner and exercise careful judgment.
Teamwork: Contributes to a collegial team environment.
Gender equality: incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.
How to apply: Interested candidates should submit CV’s and cover letter to email address: [email protected] by 5th August, 2022.
