Senior Researcher, Israel/Palestine

FULL-TIME JOB VACANCY
SENIOR RESEARCHER, ISRAEL/PALESTINE
Middle East and North Africa Division
Multiple Locations Considered
Application Deadline: 26 September 2026

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Division of Human Rights Watch (HRW) is seeking a Senior Researcher who will document and analyze human rights abuses in Israel/Palestine and advocate for these abuses to end and be redressed. The MENA Division is part of the Program Department, which consists of  14 regional and thematic divisions. The MENA Division works to advance human rights in the region and conducts a wide range of activities, including investigation, report writing, advocacy, and media work. This position reports to a MENA Deputy Director based in Amman. This position will be based in one of HRW’s offices, preferably in the MENA region, but other European office locations will be considered. The successful candidate is expected to take up the role as soon as possible.

Responsibilities:  

1. Develop and implement a research and advocacy agenda that focuses on improving respect for human rights, including civil and political and social and eco