Research Officer - Social Justice and Equalities

TN United Kingdom; Belfast; On-site; GBP 51,000; Full time

Job summary

An established public sector employer in Belfast is seeking a Research Officer specializing in Social Justice and Equalities. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in non-partisan, evidence-based research that influences public policy. As a Research Officer, you will collaborate with Assembly Members and Committees to deliver high-quality research on critical issues such as age, disability, race, and gender equality. Join a dynamic team dedicated to promoting social justice and making a tangible impact in the community. This interim contract position is ideal for those passionate about research and its role in shaping a fairer society.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post-degree experience in social justice/equality research.
• Understanding of public policy development and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct objective, evidence-based research on social justice issues.
• Produce and present research briefings to decision-makers.

Skills

Evidence-based research

Data collation and validation

Research presentation

Public policy analysis

Education

Honours Degree (minimum 2:1)

Job description

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Research Officer - Social Justice and Equalities, Belfast

Client: Vanrath

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 6974799ffa58

Job Views: 9

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Description

A leading Public Sector employer based in Belfast is recruiting a Research Officer specialising in Social Justice and Equalities. This is a great opportunity to join one of Northern Ireland's top employers on an initial interim contract basis.

What's in it for you?

• Salary - £50,684
• Initial interim contract

About the role

Research Officers produce non-partisan, objective, and evidence-based research, working directly with Assembly Members and Committees.

This role focuses on Social Justice and Equalities, including research related to age, disability, race, gender equality, poverty, and social mobility.

About you

Honours Degree (minimum 2:1) or equivalent, with understanding of public policy development and analysis.

At least 2 years post-degree experience in:

• Conducting objective, evidence-based research on social justice/equality issues, including data collation, validation, and visualization (qualitative and quantitative)
• Producing and presenting research briefings on social justice/equality issues to decision-makers

What you'll do

• Scope research requirements with MLAs, Committees, and senior secretariat
• Retrieve and synthesize information from various sources, including online databases
• Deliver high-quality, impartial research and analysis on social justice issues
• Produce research papers, legislative briefings, and blog posts
• Present research to committees in public sessions
• Facilitate public events such as the KESS seminar series
• Develop links across government and external research communities
• Contribute to the development of RaISe and improve service delivery
• Perform other duties within the research scope of RaISe
• Adhere to the Assembly's Equal Opportunities and Dignity at Work policies
• Perform additional duties as required by the Assembly Commission

To apply, contact Ethan Boylan in strict confidence.