RWI Afghanistan Programme Research Fellow

RWI Afghanistan Programme Research Fellow

Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law

About RWI

The Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law (RWI) has been promoting respect for human rights for forty years through research, education, and capacity development. We believe that supporting practitioners and fostering collaboration based on new knowledge and tools—bridging theory and practice—contributes to lasting human rights change.

Established in 1984 at Lund University in Sweden, RWI is an independent academic institution. Our approach combines multidisciplinary human rights research with education, capacity-building, and outreach to deepen understanding and respect for human rights and humanitarian law. Our work spans four thematic areas: ‘Access to Justice,’ ‘Non-discrimination and Inclusion,’ ‘Human Rights and the Environment,’ and ‘Business and Human Rights.’

Since the early 1990s, we have partnered with a variety of institutions and organizations across Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East to advance the practical application of human rights worldwide. Our collaborations are marked by mutual trust, long-term commitment, and the pursuit of shared goals. RWI currently has offices in Harare, Jakarta, Lund, Nairobi, Phnom Penh, and Yerevan.

About the Fellowship

RWI’s fellowships for Afghan scholars and professionals are a central part of its Afghanistan Programme. This programme aims to support Afghan scholars and professionals in maintaining their careers in human rights in the context of the post-August 2021 environment. Additionally, the programme fosters the creation and dissemination of high-quality research outputs and other forms of public engagement and dialogue on human rights and gender equality issues in Afghanistan. RWI also hosts and works in partnership with the UN Special Rapporteur on the human rights situation in Afghanistan (hereafter “UNSR”), who has been a Visiting Professor at the Institute since September 2022.

For more details about RWI’s work in Afghanistan, please visit: https://rwi.lu.se/afghanistan-programme/

Click HERE for more information about RWI’s fellowships for Afghan scholars and professionals.

Application Process

If you are interested in this position, please submit your CV, concept note, and cover letter through the “Apply” button below.

Application Deadline: November 10, 2024. Please note that applications sent via email will not be accepted.

Applicants can expect to be informed about the selection process in December 2024.

For any questions related to the position, please contact David Eile at david.eile@rwi.lu.se.

The Raoul Wallenberg Institute values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, age, disability, or any other protected status under the law.

We look forward to receiving your application!