Research and Review of the Gender Based Violence (GBV) Situation in Papua New Guinea

Research and write a literature review on gender based violence in Papua New Guinea.

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Application deadline 5 years ago: Saturday 14 Nov 2020 at 04:00 UTC

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Overview

Research and write a literature review on gender based violence in Papua New Guinea.

You have:

  • Bachelor of Arts degree in relevant fields such as anthropology, sociology, gender studies or women's studies.
  • Highly developed research and writing skills.
  • Understanding of women's rights, empowerment, gender issues, or gender based violence.
  • Previous experience publishing work and submitting articles for peer review is a great asset.

Contract

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Online Volunteers will be researching the Gender Based Violence (GBV) situation in Papua New Guinea and will assist in writing a comprehensive and analytical literature review on the topic. Online Volunteers will be expected to work independently in completing assigned research and writing tasks but also be expected to work collaboratively with team members in order to create a structured literature review suitable for publication.

  • Writing and editing
  • Gender equality and the advancement of women

    The Morobe Development Foundation Inc. (MDF) is an organization committed to community development. MDF focuses on women empowerment and challenges women face in Papua New Guinea. This research and review would provide a comprehensive understanding of the current gender based violence (GBV) women face, factors and ideologies perpetuating GBV and propose possible solutions and support for victims and those affected.

  • Volunteers: 3 needed

  • 6-10 hours per week / 12 weeks

    This task requires highly developed research and writing skills. We recommend volunteers working on this project have a Bachelor of Arts degree. Suitable education fields/ specializations would be in the area of anthropology, sociology, gender studies, women studies. Candidates should have an understanding of women's rights, empowerment, gender issues, or gender based violence. Previous experience publishing work and submitting articles for peer review would be a great asset.

  • Papua New Guinea

  • English

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a past research project you worked on and your role in it? This question assesses your research experience and ability to work independently. Discuss a specific project, your contributions, and the outcomes.
How do you approach writing and editing a comprehensive literature review? The interviewer wants to understand your methodology and writing process. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to ensure accurate and thorough research? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What do you understand by gender based violence and its impact on society? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of how you have worked collaboratively in a team for a project? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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