[Remote] BeNeLux Researcher - REMOTE
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. ACLED is an organization that provides accurate and timely data and analysis to inform decisions that reduce violent conflict. They are seeking a BeNeLux Researcher to assist in the collection, review, and management of political violence and protest data across the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg, requiring a minimum commitment of 25 hours per week.
Responsibilities
- Collection of data is conducted by reviewing news, international organization, NGO and security reports on a list of assigned countries, and recording the incidents of political violence into an Excel template
- Researchers will focus on coding events to provide holistic coverage of current political violence, ranging from protests to battles
- Review and management of data involves ensuring the quality, consistency and reliability of the data produced
- The researcher provides team members with experience conducting detail-oriented tasks, and producing and managing quantitative data
Skills
- University degree in international relations, political science, conflict studies, peacebuilding, international development, or related field
- Familiarity with Excel (essential)
- Fluency in English (essential)
- Fluency in Dutch and French (essential)
- Experience conducting desk-based research
- Experience working to deadlines with limited supervision
- A high level of attention to detail and ability to receive and incorporate feedback
- Research focus or professional experience in conflict research or peace-building in Western Europe generally, or country-specific studies is a strong advantage
- Familiarity with conflict and actors in the relevant countries
- Access to a computer, a reliable internet connection, email, and the Microsoft Office Suite
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