Researcher (NGO Jobs) at Human Rights Awareness and Promotion Forum (HRAPF)

REPORTS TO: Programmes Director

LOCATION: Kampala with frequent travels within the country

Job role

To develop and conduct high-quality research and support in developing routine publications for the organisation.

Direct supervisees

 Research Assistants

Qualifications and experience

A degree in Law or any related field, a master’s degree in Law or other Social Science is an advantage from a recognised Institution.

At least three years’ experience conducting research on various human rights related issues at a reputable organisation.

Required skills and attributes

 Proven experience in conducting research including the ability to draft a variety of written reports, studies, legal analyses and other communications and to articulate research findings in a clear, concise manner

•   Good communication (verbal and written) skills, interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills
•   Strong analytical and conceptual skills and the ability to think critically and creatively
•   Excellent computer skills
•   Good interpersonal skills including the ability to conduct interviews with a broadrange of persons and duty-bearers
•   Attention to detail
•   Strong ability to work independently, organise work, meet deadlines, maintaincomposure, prioritise work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain

  attention to detail

•   Personal qualities: Works well in a team and promotes teamwork, comfortable in amulti-cultural environment, flexible and able to handle pressure well.

How to Apply:

HRAPF is committed to the principles of workplace diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer. All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply clearly stating the position applied for in the subject line and submitting only electronic copies in one pdf file of an application letter, a detailed CV, contact telephone numbers, copies of relevant testimonials/certificates, names/contact details of three referees, addressed to the Executive Director on email: info@hrapf.org.

Deadline for submission is Friday 15th September 2023.

We do not charge any money for recruitment or interviews.

All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.