The deadline for submissions is 17 June 2022
University of Pretoria(UP) Call for Country Consultants On Review Of Discriminatory Laws Related To Violence Against Women (VAW) In Africa
Angola, Botswana, Gabonese Republic, Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Sierra Leone, Mali, and Cape Verde are among the countries where the Centre for Human Rights (the Centre), University of Pretoria(UP) is looking for experienced local researchers to conduct a review of discriminatory laws related to violence against women (VAW).
A research is being conducted by the Centre and the Office of the South African Presidency to analyze the impact of laws in tackling VAW across the African continent (the Study). The Study is a pan-African initiative aimed at mapping and analyzing the specific legislation linked to VAW that selected African countries have enacted to meet their commitments to protect against, prevent, and respond to VAW.
The study will also investigate the contextual challenges faced by women in various African jurisdictions, as well as the extent to which context influences the application of existing laws. The project will look at how characteristics including gender, class, race, ethnicity, (dis)ability, and geographic location intersect to influence VAW practice and reaction using a decolonial lens. The country study reports will be compiled into a regional report for Africa.
Duties – University of Pretoria(UP) Call for Country Consultants On Review Of Discriminatory Laws Related To Violence Against Women (VAW) In Africa
The country researchers will conduct desk research, participate in the development of data collection tools in accordance with the existing research protocol, conduct qualitative field research in the applicable country, including a number of semi-structured interviews with identified state and non-governmental actors, analyze collected data, and produce a country report in accordance with a template provided to them.
Staff from the Centre for Human Rights and a Technical Reference Team of experts on gender-based violence will assist the country researchers appointed for each country in their work.
Requirement specification
- A graduate degree (e.g., a master’s degree) in a related field
- Three years of professional experience in non-profit human rights organizations, research projects, advocacy campaigns, or government offices is required.
- Knowledge of desktop and qualitative research
- Interviewing expertise
- Knowledge of international and regional human rights systems, treaties, and frameworks pertinent to women’s rights
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES):
- Must be physically located in the country where the consultant wishes to conduct research.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
- Strong ability to read, write, and speak in the applicable country’s national language
- Experience with gender-based violence and a passion for women’s rights advocacy
- Outstanding research and interpersonal abilities
- Highly motivated and capable of meeting deadlines
- Self-assurance and the ability to be proactive and work independently are required.
How to Apply
Send an email to [email protected] to apply for this position.
When applying for this position, please include the country you are applying for in the subject line of your email and attach the following documents:
- A detailed CV that includes the names, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of three referees who have given us permission to contact them.
- A cover letter describing the country for which you are applying, your academic background, relevant research skills, and examples of where you have used your research skills.
- A writing sample (maximum of 2000 words – an excerpt may be submitted).
