Lead Researcher – Labour Rights & Social Protection (Consultancy)

WillowFlow Group Ltd
Remote, field-based or international deployments
N/A
Fair, competitive pay – full equity between national and international consultants
Open – rolling submissions welcome

Description & Requirements

Help shape a multi-country rights initiative focused on justice and protection for migrant workers across systems, borders, and power structures.

We are seeking a senior-level Lead Researcher to join a proposed team for a regional initiative focused on migrant workers’ access to labour rights and social protection systems in the Gulf.

Responsibilities include:

  • Designing research methodology and guiding implementation in multiple countries
  • Overseeing field data collection and quality assurance
  • Engaging with legal, policy, and institutional stakeholders
  • Synthesizing findings into accessible, actionable reports
  • Leading cross-country analysis and reporting

 

Required qualifications:

  • Significant experience in research, policy analysis, or technical advisory roles related to labour rights, social protection, or migration
  • Demonstrated experience working in the Gulf or MENA region
  • Proven ability to lead multi-country research assignments
  • Excellent writing and synthesis skills
  • Fluency in English; Arabic an asset
  • Please note: This is part of a bid team formation. Inclusion is contingent on a successful proposal.

How to apply: 
We look forward to receiving your application. Please submit your latest CV to hai@willowflow.group 
Subject line: Lead Researcher – Labour Rights & Social Protection (Consultancy)

 

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