Microaggression Working Group Research Consultant

At Women of Color Advancing Peace and Security (WCAPS), we believe global issues demand a variety of perspectives. That’s why we created a platform devoted to women of color that cultivates a strong voice and network for its members while encouraging dialogue and strategies for engaging in policy discussions on an international scale. Through our dedication to mentorship and partnerships and our passion for changing the global community landscape, we remain committed to achieving our vision of advancing the leadership and professional development of women of color in the fields of international peace, security, and conflict transformation.

The Organizations in Solidarity (OiS) mission is to combat racist beliefs, attitudes, and acts of discrimination, and integrate diversity within all levels of our organizations and as individuals in the peace and security, foreign policy and national security fields. We are evaluating the current state of affairs, educating, elevating and supporting diverse voices and perspectives and the individuals who hold them, giving due recognition and credit to achievements of Black people and people of color, and creating a world where all people are treated fairly, equitably, and with respect.

WCAPS is seeking an experienced Research Consultant to help assist and advise the Organizations in Solidarity Microaggression Working Group with research and project tasks. In this role, you will be required to plan and implement research for the working group, as well as determine and implement best research methodologies and design. The final products will benefit the entire OiS as well as WCAPS.

Job Responsibilities

• Research for the OiS Microaggression working group (WG) that will support the creation of a tool kit to help people understand the impact of microaggressions and how to change behavior within the peace and security field
• Support and coordinate with OiS WG Co-Chairs for specific instructions pertaining to research projects and programming ideas
• Select appropriate data for literary sources, research and project purposes
• Analyze and organize gathered information
• Ensure projects adhere to frameworks and all documentation is maintained
• Ensure research deadlines are met
• Identify key areas of concern and areas of improvement in research design and implementation
• Discuss findings with the WG Co-Chairs, and OiS HQ leadership
• Draft and finalize research reports for WG projects and presentations.
• Present work in written and verbal form to different audiences and stakeholders.

Job Requirements

• Bachelors with 2 years work experience or Masters degree preferred. Graduate students are welcome to apply.
• Demonstrate an understanding of microaggressions
• Experience with linguistics or the histories of language
• Support and uphold WCAPS vision, mission, and goals
• Proficiency in research design, research report writing, and source analysis
• Demonstrate research skills such as data analytics, statistics, or survey design
• Impeccable writing and organizational skills
• Thorough knowledge of research procedures and best practices
• Team-work and communication skills
• Knowledge of research methods for gathering both quantitative and qualitative data

Job Details

• Remote Work Location
• Part-Time, Temporary