Researcher, Western and Northern Europe
Quick answer
Committee to Protect Journalists is hiring a mid-senior level Researcher, Western and Northern Europe, based in Europe, to monitor press freedom abuses and develop advocacy strategies, with a compensation range of 45,700 - 51,500 GBP.
- Role
- Researcher, Western and Northern Europe
- Organization
- Committee to Protect Journalists
- Location
- Europe-based, Remote
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- Compensation based on experience, skills, and location. As a point of reference, the expected salary range for this position if hired in the UK is 45,700 - 51,500 GBP.
- Category
- Research & Evaluation
The role
The Committee to Protect Journalists is hiring a Researcher to monitor, research, and document press freedom abuses in Western and Northern Europe, and to develop and execute advocacy strategies to advance press freedom in the region.
What you'll do
- Monitor, document and respond to press freedom abuses throughout the ECA region, with a focus on Western and Northern Europe
- Maintain and build relationships with journalists, human rights organisations, policymakers and other regional stakeholders
- Propose, direct and conduct research on press freedom issues in the ECA region
- Develop and execute advocacy strategies to advance press freedom in ECA
- Initiate and write reports, advocacy documents, engaging social media content and other materials on press freedom issues in the region
- Review and assess requests for assistance from journalists in the region
What it takes
- Minimum of five years experience in researching, reporting, and publishing on global human rights and politics
- Strong understanding of Europe and Central Asia issues
- Excellent English writing and reporting skills
- Proficiency in at least one other language relevant to the position
- Excellent interpersonal, organisational and time-management skills
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Europe and is classified as fully remote.
What is the compensation range?
The expected salary range for this position if hired in the UK is 45,700 - 51,500 GBP.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include five years of experience in researching, reporting, and publishing on global human rights and politics, strong understanding of Europe and Central Asia issues, and excellent English writing and reporting skills.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted by the closing date of September 10, 2026.
How to apply
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