Appel d’offres  : Projet de données sur les lieux et les événements des conflits armés en RDC.

Appel d’offres  : Projet de données sur les lieux et les événements des conflits armés en RDC.

The role:

ACLED is recruiting a Democratic Republic of Congo & Republic of Congo – Realtime Researcher to assist in the collection, review and management of political violence and protest data across Democratic Republic of Congo and Republic of Congo. Researchers must be available for 20 hours per week. This position is fully remote and can be done from any location with reliable internet service. This is a contractor position.

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 role provides team members with experience conducting detail-oriented tasks, and producing and managing quantitative data.

Specific roles and responsibility:

Candidates who are selected will undergo extensive ACLED training. The training consists of several exercises. Candidates’ exercises will be scrutinized and only those who are performing at the required level will be retained as Researchers.

For those selected, the initial consultancy period will be from June 2023 until June 2024. After this, continuation may be possible, pending performance and availability of funding.

Remuneration:

Remuneration is 18 USD per hour.

Skills and competencies:

ACLED is seeking applicants who have the following skills and experience:

• University degree in conflict studies, peacebuilding, international development, or related field;
• Familiarity with Excel (essential);
• Fluency in French and English (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 related to political, social, and/or protest movements in DRC/RoC 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.