Volunteer Research Internship: Minority Rights

1 week ago

London, United Kingdom International Communities Organisation Full time

Volunteer Research Internship: Minority Rights Project

(ICO) International communities Organisation

Remote, Voluntary.

We are looking for a talented and driven individual with a postgraduate background to become ICO’s new Research Intern. You should have a particular interest and passion for advocating for minority rights on a global scale.

About us:
ICO is independent, neutral and dedicated to the protection of human rights and giving a voice to those who need it. Through the belief that communities can come together and achieve peace, based not on one group's views prevailing over another, but by constructing a shared vision for a better future. In order to achieve these goals, we know that they cannot be imposed from above and that only communities themselves can determine what peace looks like to them. That is why our unique multifaceted approach is so important.

Main responsibilities and duties:

- Generating research and evidence for reports and briefings:

- Undertaking qualitative and quantitative research (phone interviews, survey design, creating tables/graphs and seeking out official data, transcribing interviews)
- Building and maintaining relationships through liaison activities
- Supporting the organisations we are representing and coordinating with local stakeholders
- Carrying out Freedom of Information requests and subsequent data entry and analysis
- Reviewing and summarising academic and policy publications of relevance to ICO’s work
- Writing, editing and proofreading reports, briefings and submissions
- Providing administrative support to the team and projects:

- Organising meetings
- Preparing and sending stakeholder correspondence
- Other reasonable duties as required

Skills and experience:

- At least one year of work experience in a research or policy-related role / Or postgraduate background in research
- Demonstrable qualitative and quantitative research skills
- Ability to work remotely with little supervision and use initiative to achieve your objectives, seeking advice and support when needed
- Flexible, willing and enthusiastic to work on a range of different projects and tasks
- Strong attention to detail and proven ability to produce accurate work
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in writing
- Excellent computer skills, with knowledge and practice of Word and Excel
- Committed and driven to help achieve the aims of ICO

What we offer

As part of this role, you'll work in a highly integrated, group team with the opportunity and tools to grow, develop and drive your career forward. Here, you can combine global opportunity with flexible working.

Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

- Continuous learning: you’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next
- Success is defined by you: we’ll provide the tools and flexibility so that you can make a meaningful impact, your way
- Join our London office located, or work remotely
- Flexibility with your work and time
- A flat structure, an amazing team and the opportunity to grow your career
- An opportunity to be part of a team that is making a difference to thousands of lives across the world
- We will provide comprehensive references

**Job Types**: Volunteer, Freelance

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