Call for Consultants: Research Case Studies on Climate Reparations and Green Colonialism in Africa
Position: Research Consultant
Location: Remote with possibility of in-country fieldwork
Duration: 3-6 months (depending on case study)
Application window: 15 December 2025 - 15 January 2026, midnight (CET).
Deliverables
Case study report (30-40 pages).
Accessible community/public-facing summary (1,000-1,500 words).
Field documentation (interview notes, testimonies, observations).
Policy brief (max. 10 pages) outlining implications for climate justice and reparations.
Required qualifications
PhD or advanced master's degree in law, political science, anthropology, history, geography, development studies, or any relevant social science
Demonstrated expertise in environmental justice, extractive economies, gender analysis, or historical research
Strong understanding of African contexts, economies, and societies.
Field research experience, preferably with African women or marginalized communities.
Strong analytical and writing skills with evidence of prior publications.
Fluency in English; knowledge of French, Portuguese, Arabic, Kiswahili, or case study-relevant local languages is an asset.
Commitment to ethical and community-centered methodologies.
