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Published 23 days ago

Refugee Research Consultant

Remote, Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays daytime, evenings, Weekends daytime, evenings
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    3-5 hours per week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Community Development, Education, Immigrants or Refugees
    Good For:
    Teens, International Volunteers

    Description

    Conduct research on assigned areas to discover the needs of refugees. Specific target groups include but are not limited to healthcare, literacy, and athletics. Following research, Consultants are expected to implement measures to address these needs.

    Responsibilities:

    • Conduct primary and secondary research on an assigned focus area, including interviews or surveys with refugee community members, partner organizations, or subject-matter volunteers where possible
    • Synthesize findings into a brief (needs summary, key gaps, proposed response) to present to the Principal and broader team
    • Design one actionable initiative per term that addresses a documented need — e.g., a tutoring curriculum, a recreation program, a health-education workshop series
    • Partner with fellow Consultants to plan and execute approved initiatives, including logistics, materials, and volunteer coordination
    • Track and report on the impact of implemented initiatives (participation numbers, feedback, outcomes) to inform future research and present to donors
    • Maintain regular communication with the Principal on progress, blockers, and timeline

    Qualifications:

    • Hard-working high school students who are familiar with research-based roles
    • Comfortable working independently on research and collaboratively on execution
    • Reliable with deadlines and responsive in team communications
    • Genuine interest in refugee education, human rights, or international development

    Time Commitment:

    3-5 hours per week

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
    Associated Location
    12305 Daniel Cir Ln, Clarksville, MD 21029, USA

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