Notice of vacancy at TGEU
Research Officer
TGEU is looking for an 80% (32h/week) Research Officer* to begin by 16 January 2023 for an initial period of 24 months. The Research Officer will develop, conduct, and supervise TGEU-led research, including the Trans Murder Monitoring, Trans Rights Map, and other ad hoc projects as needs and opportunities arise. The Research Officer will also be in charge of supporting the development of TGEU’s research department and strategy.
The Research Officer will ensure TGEU’s research projects are informed by and relevant to vulnerable trans communities as well as widely visible and disseminated, raising awareness about the experiences of violence, discrimination, and other human rights abuses of trans people, and supporting the development and publication of TGEU reports.
This position is located in Berlin, Germany. Due to relocation challenges and funding restrictions, preference will be given to applicants who are already eligible to work in Germany.
Closing date
Applications sent by e-mail to jobs@tgeu.org by 1 December 2022, 11:00 Central European Time, will be considered.
Background
TGEU is a member-based organisation working primarily in Europe and Central Asia for the rights and lives of trans people. TGEU’s mission is to strengthen the rights and wellbeing of trans people in Europe and Central Asia, and represents 200 member organisations in 48 countries. We are seeking applicants who are committed to a world free from discrimination where gender diversity is celebrated, where trans people are valued, and where trans movements are self-aware, intersectional, and evolving to meet the needs of a diverse and resilient community.
Job description
The Research Officer will be responsible for developing, conducting, and supervising quantitative and qualitative research with different methodologies, including TGEU’s Trans Murder Monitoring, Trans Rights Map, and other ad hoc projects as needs and opportunities arise. The Research Officer will also be in charge of supporting the development of TGEU’s research department and strategy. The Research Officer will ensure TGEU’s research is informed by and relevant to vulnerable trans communities. Because these projects are conducted in collaboration with TGEU staff, members, and organisations from around the world, the ideal candidate will bring both a strong background in social sciences research and people skills to the role. Key responsibilities include:
- Develop, coordinate, and implement TGEU’s research work.
- Compile, verify, and analyse data on anti-trans violence and discrimination, including leading data collection for the Trans Murder Monitoring, preparing resources for annual Trans Day of Remembrance updates, and expanding community-based hate crime monitoring.
- Work closely with TGEU policy staff to document and report on trans-specific legal protections in Europe and Central Asia through the Trans Rights Map.
- Develop, and represent TGEU in, research-related partnerships, strategies, and collaborations with trans activists, researchers, and social movements around the world.
- Support development of TGEU’s research department including goals, strategy, and processes.
- Support development and publication of TGEU reports to raise awareness of violence, discrimination, and other human rights abuses impacting trans people.
- In partnership with Communications staff, develop and execute plans to ensure research and publications are widely accessible, visible, and disseminated.
- Coordinate and communicate with partners and contractors.
- Prepare data to be easily understood by various audiences, and present research findings in public settings.
- Contribute to internal and external reporting, and support development of grant applications as needed.
- Contribute to the strategic development of the organisation and contribute to other tasks as required.
Who we are looking for
For this position, we are looking for a researcher with strong competency and interest in trans issues. The ideal candidate will:
- Have strong research skills in humanities (both qualitative and quantitative).
- Have experience working with trans and/or LGBTI organisations.
- Value community-based research.
- Feel comfortable working as a sole contributor as well as part of a team.
- Have strong project management and planning skills. This includes the ability to take responsibility for planning how and when to carry out the tasks required to complete this project, and when to ask for input from others.
- Understand and embrace intersectionality in their work.
- Have good stress management skills, support systems, or other wellbeing practices to manage secondary trauma from hate crimes monitoring.
Required: Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes
- Excellent knowledge of English (spoken and written) with strong writing skills.
- Ability to carry out in-depth research and learn new topics quickly.
- Comfort with and ability to support complex working processes.
- Comfort managing a high workload and prioritising tasks as needed.
- Commitment to TGEU values and policies.
Preferred: Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes
- Ability to communicate in Spanish, Russian, or at least one of the main language spoken in the European or Central Asian region.
- Understand power dynamics and issues experienced by marginalised groups.
- Experience writing publications in English for a variety of audiences, and writing about complicated issues using accessible language or visual aids.
- Organising experience in trans, LGBTQI, or other social movements.
What we offer
- An 80% (32 hours per week) position for an initial period of 24 months.
- The possibility to work for the European and Central Asian trans movement – and truly make a difference.
- A dedicated team that will allow you to implement your ideas.
- Full healthcare plan.
- Gross salary of 35.086,00 € per year.
- Relocation support to Berlin, Germany, if needed.
- A pet-friendly office space.
- Access arrangements depending on the needs of the employee, including remote working and flexible hours.
- Counselling/coaching sessions as needed.
Application procedure
https://tgeu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/2022-tgeu-research-officer-application.docx
For applications and questions, please contact jobs@tgeu.org with RESEARCH OFFICER in the subject line. CVs are welcome, but please do not send degrees or diplomas. Only complete application packs will be considered. Approaching TGEU team members directly might lead to automatic rejection of the application.
Timeline
- Launch of call: 1 November 2022
- Deadline for receiving applications: 1 December 2022
- Application review: 1 – 7 December
- First round interviews: 8 – 15 December
- Second round interview:s 15 – 22 December
- Decision communicated to all applicants: 23 December
- Start of position: 16 January 2023
TGEU is an equal opportunities employer striving to avoid discrimination and increase representation and expertise from underrepresented groups on the team. Therefore, TGEU encourages trans and/or queer; black people and people of colour; D/deaf and disabled people; people with a migration background; sex workers; trans women and gender-non-conforming people; people from Eastern Europe and Central Asia; people living with HIV, to apply and mention their backgrounds and experiences in their application. We guarantee that all information will be held confidentially.
Please send your application before 1 December 2022, 11:00 Central European Time.
* Exceptional candidates may be considered for a Senior Research Officer position.