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Call for Applications: Senior Researcher

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct legal and social research related to human rights, refugee protection, and migration.
  • Draft research reports, background papers, and policy analyses.
  • Support advocacy initiatives through evidence-based recommendations.
  • Collaborate with legal and communication teams to ensure alignment of messages and findings.
  • Track legal and policy developments relevant to FRH’s areas of work.
  • Maintain research databases and archives.
  • Work closely with the legal, advocacy, and communication teams to ensure research outputs align with FRH’s strategic priorities.
  • Liaise with external experts, institutions, and partners involved in joint research initiatives.
  • Participate in workshops, consultations, and training sessions related to research activities.
  • Track legal and policy developments relevant to FRH’s areas of work.
Qualifications & Requirements
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Political Science, International Relations, or a related discipline.
  • 3–5 years of professional research experience (preferably in NGOs).
  • Strong analytical and writing skills in Arabic and English.
  • Familiarity with human rights standards, refugee frameworks, and Lebanese law.
  • Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable outputs.
  • Excellent coordination and communication skills.
  • Analytical thinking and objectivity.
  • Teamwork and knowledge-sharing.
  • Professional integrity and discretion.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Commitment to FRH’s mission and values.
Terms of Employment
  • Short-term: 8 months
  • Position based in Beirut, Lebanon
  • Contract renewable subject to performance and funding availability
  • Reporting to the Executive Director / Head of Legal Department
About US

Ruwad alHoukouk (Frontiers Rights) is a rights-based, non-governmental organization committed to promoting social justice, equality, and human rights in Lebanon. We provide legal aid, advocate for policy reform, and support marginalized and vulnerable populations including refugees, stateless persons, and migrant workers. Our multidisciplinary team works closely with communities, legal actors, and institutions to foster systemic change and ensure access to justice for all.

Intervention Sectors
Human Rights & Protection
Location
  • Lebanon
  • Beirut
Application Deadline
Salary Range
1500 to 2000 (USD)
Contract Type
Full Time
Application Submission Guidelines
How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter by email to: recruitment@frontiersruwad.org with the subject line: “2026 Senior Researcher Application – Ruwad alHoukouk - (Your Name)” by 8 January, 2026

Applications that do not include the proper email subject line and/or a cover letter will be automatically dismissed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplace.

Requires a Cover Letter?
Yes
Experience Requirements
3 to 5 years
Education Degree
Bachelor Degree
Education Degree Details
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Political Science, International Relations, or a related discipline.
Arabic
Fluent
English
Excellent
French
None
Hide guidelines for wrong answers
No