Overview

A short-term remote consultancy opportunity is now open for a Research Assistant role supporting disability rights documentation and advocacy work.

This position is offered by Transforming Communities for Inclusion (TCI) and focuses on drafting, editing, and structuring key reports aligned with the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) framework.

Key Responsibilities

Write full reports from existing documentation.
Edit and restructure draft content into final formats.
Ensure clarity, flow, and professional tone.
Sort and manage notes, transcripts, meeting minutes, and links.
Conduct desk research on relevant policy and legal frameworks.
Participate in weekly check-in calls with the Secretariat.
Provide progress updates via email or shared trackers.
Incorporate feedback from multiple stakeholders.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in disability inclusion, policy writing, or research documentation.
Strong ability to structure and edit long-form reports.
Experience synthesizing raw qualitative data into clear narratives.
Basic understanding of CRPD-aligned language and disability rights frameworks.
Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
Ability to respond constructively to feedback and revisions.
Basic research and citation skills.