Researcher
Please send a resume and a cover letter explaining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the position [email protected] and put Researcher with your Name in the subject line. Otherwise, your application will not be considered.
LAH is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, political affiliation, religion, gender, disability, and/or sexual orientation.
Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Work closely with the history consultant to set the general guidelines of the research
- Prepare the research-design and methodology of study, with the support of the history consultant
- Conduct an extensive research on the literature pertaining to history of the civil war.
- Carry out the mapping of the initiatives, publications and personnel related to the history of the civil war.
- Examine cases from other conflict societies and decide on the best approach for the case of Lebanon.
- Identify and consult with experts (from civil society, intergovernmental organizations, academia, government and other relevant bodies) to develop the content and narrative of the article/s.
- Review findings to identify key people that should be involved at the various stages of this project.
- Prepare an overview of existing scholarly work on the civil war period and various initiatives that have contributed to the production of knowledge on the civil war.
- Present findings on the literature and initiatives of the war
Deliverables:
- The mapping that will include three main aspects:
- The first shows main sources, books, articles, documentaries that tackled various aspects of the civil war history.
- The second suggests names of scholars and professionals who have worked on the history of the civil war and could contribute the most to the project.
- The third lists key initiatives pertaining to the collection, research, and archiving of civil war
Skills and Competencies
- Extensive work on the history of Lebanon, particularly the history of the civil war
- Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets and research softwares, and strong technical literacy.
- At least 3 years related experience.
- Excellent research writing and editing skills
- Ability to work efficiently and promptly with team members and stakeholders
- Strong analytical and qualitative skills
- Dynamic attitude, multitasking skills and team player skills.
- Ability to work independently and to take initiative.
- Attention to details and high professionalism
NOTE:
Daleel Madani, the civil society network, serves as a platform for organisations to post their professional opportunities, but is not involved in the recruitment process. The hiring organisation is solely responsible for the job and candidate selection.
- Lebanon