Researcher, Iran

FULL-TIME JOB VACANCY
RESEARCHER, IRAN
Middle East and North Africa Division
Multiple Locations Considered
Application Deadline: 15 September 2024

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Division of Human Rights Watch (HRW) is seeking a researcher who will document and analyze human rights abuses in Iran and advocate for these abuses to end and be redressed. This position reports to a MENA Deputy Director based in New York. The successful candidate is expected to take up the role as soon as possible.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement a research and advocacy agenda that focuses on improving respect for human rights in Iran;
2. Research, monitor, and document human rights abuses by collecting and analyzing information from various sources;
3. Regularly write and publicize reports, briefing papers, letters, news releases, op-eds, and submissions based on research findings;
4. Develop recommendations for rights improvements and devise advocacy strategies to change abusive laws;
5. Present human rights concerns to government officials, opinion leaders, inter-governmental agencies, and the media;
6. Respond to queries from the media, public, and colleagues in the human rights community;
7. Work closely with NGOs and other human rights organizations;
8. Liaise effectively with HRW staff in multiple locations;
9. Assist in fundraising efforts;
10. Be prepared to work flexible hours and travel domestically and internationally as required;
11. Deliver outputs in a timely manner consistent with the agreed strategy;
12. Cover research and advocacy issues on other MENA countries as needed;
13. Perform other tasks as may be required.

Qualifications:

Education: An advanced (graduate) degree in international relations, journalism, law, Middle Eastern/Iranian studies, history, or social sciences or equivalent work experience is required.

Experience: A minimum of three years of professional-level experience working on Iran, preferably in human rights or related issues, is required.

Required Skills and Knowledge:

1. Demonstrated ability to identify, research, analyze, and effectively communicate important human rights developments;
2. Ability to conduct interviews sensitively with a wide range of people;
3. Ability to identify and advise on strategies for research and advocacy;
4. Knowledge of international human rights law and humanitarian law;
5. Experience on rights issues relating to the Iranian context;
6. Excellent oral and written communication skills in both English and Farsi;
7. Ability to build and sustain partnerships with organizations;
8. Interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with diverse backgrounds;
9. Ability to think strategically about media and policy environments;
10. Ability to maintain contacts and meet with officials and experts;
11. Ability to multi-task effectively under pressure.

Salary and Benefits: HRW offers competitive compensation and employer-paid benefits. If based in the United States, the salary range for this role is USD 80,000 – 88,000. Salary ranges outside of the United States vary based on location.

How to Apply: Please apply immediately or by 15 September 2024 by visiting our online job portal at https://www.hrw.org/careers and attaching a letter of interest and resume or CV, preferably as PDF files. No calls or email inquiries, please.

Human Rights Watch is strong because it is diverse. We actively seek a diverse applicant pool and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Human Rights Watch does not discriminate on the basis of disability, age, gender identity and expression, national origin, race and ethnicity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or criminal record.