We're looking for a Volunteer Research Team Co-Focal Point!

Are you passionate about refugees’ rights and want to help make a difference? Do you have great research, analytical and interpersonal skills? Then we are looking for you! 

Europe Must Act (EMA), a growing European movement advocating for fair and humane migration policies, is currently looking for a person to take on the role of a Co-Focal Point for the Research Team. This is an online volunteering (unpaid) position.

Our research team sits within our Research and Collaborations Team, and is dedicated to investigating and writing about some of the most current topics affecting people on the move in Europe. We’re a fantastic team with a vast array of experience who learn from each other. 

As a Team Focal Point, you’ll be contributing to our research projects as well as gaining experience in Research planning and advocacy strategy. Working with our other EMA teams, you’ll work towards EMA’s key goals, ensuring that our work has an impact. 

Shared Responsibilities:

• Organise meetings, meeting agenda and meeting notes (for those who missed it)

• Coordinate new ideas and update EMA Report schedule

• Coordinate Report roles and deadline

• Communicate with the internal teams regarding updates, recruitment and project needs

• Ensure the team is working towards the central EMA deliverables

Requirements

• Commitment to EMA’s goals and values

• Good interpersonal, organisational and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and in a multicultural team

• Ability to write in English (no need to be perfect, we support each other)

• Interest in research (no professional/academic experience required)

• Time requirement: min. 4 hours/week for min. 6 months

• Desired: 

  • Experience researching and drafting academic reports concerning people on the move

  • Leadership and organisational experience

*As this is a Focal Point position, we require external applicants to undergo a 1-month onboarding period, where they will participate in their chosen team as a volunteer before assuming their responsibilities as a Focal Point.

Why volunteer with us?

1. Be a part of a growing Europe-wide social movement

2. Working in a multicultural, diverse and fun work environment, you’ll meet volunteers and activists across Europe and build your network

3. Broadening your CV (a reference can be provided)

4. Gaining research and coordination experience

If you are interested in applying for the position, or have any questions, please send us an email at hello@europemustact.org explaining your motivation and background.

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Our Mission

Europe Must Act unites activists, organisations, and people who have experience of forced migration through tools, knowledge and community. Together, we create collective action for a humane approach to the rights and dignity of people seeking safety in Europe.

Key Goals

1. To connect activists, organisations and people on the move.

2. To analyse and share the latest resources, research and policy updates on migration.

3. To ensure our work encourages engagement and community action to improve the conditions for people on the move across Europe.

Core Principles

1. We are non-violent.

2. We are not affiliated with any political ideology.

3. We work collaboratively and appreciate all contributions towards our key goals.