Asia Research and Advocacy Officer
Employer: Christian Solidarity Worldwide
Location: Remote working - Must have the right to work in the UK. Other locations may be considered.
Working hours: Fulltime, 35 hours a week
Salary: £29,457 p.a
Closing date: Noon (12pm GMT) Wednesday 10 June 2026
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CSW is an incredible team of dedicated people, working to advance freedom of religion or belief and justice across the world. We are confident in our identity as a Christian human rights organisation that works for freedom of religion or belief for all people, no matter what religion or belief they may hold.
Our latest internal pulse survey illustrates that CSW is a great place to work: 100% of staff are proud to work for CSW; 100% say CSW allows them to make a positive difference, and while there is always room for improvement, we couldn’t be prouder of our efforts to curate a healthy culture at CSW where every individual feels valued and championed.
The Role
This is a rare opportunity to be on the front line of human rights research and advocacy, joining a specialist organisation with a long track record in promoting the right to freedom of religion or belief (FoRB).
You will undertake research, investigations, monitoring, report-writing and advocacy on freedom of religion and human rights in Asia. You will develop a good relationship with stakeholders and ensure effective and creative ways to advance the research and advocacy on Asia.
Salary: £29,457 p.a
Contract: Fulltime, 35 hours a week, Permanent
Location: Remote Working
Key responsibilities (full responsibilities listed in the application pack)
To plan, organise and undertake research, monitoring and reporting on freedom of religion or belief and related human rights issues in the Asia region, through regular fact-finding assignments when and where security conditions allow, briefings with key stakeholders and the development of reliable in-country and external partnerships and collaboration.
To produce materials, including general and thematic briefings and in-depth reports, documenting and analysing the situation of freedom of religion or belief and human rights in Asia, as well as advocacy recommendations.
To develop and implement, with oversight from the Asia Team Leader, a practical, effective and innovative advocacy strategy for Asia, taking into account global geopolitics.
To undertake awareness raising initiatives and advocacy focused on local (when possible), regional and international levels, and in consultation with the Asia Team Leader, work with CSW’s External Affairs Team to inform advocacy initiatives in the UK, EU, US, the United Nations, and with other governments and forums.
To organise, as appropriate, advocacy visits for delegations in relation to the Asia region.
The Person
A committed Christian with a university degree and a strong commitment to human rights and justice, you will be fluent in written and spoken English and Chinese (Mandarin), have excellent communication and organisational skills, and the ability to take the initiative and to work well under pressure.
Essential criteria (full criteria listed in the application pack):
Knowledge and experience of the Asia region
Good understanding of the human rights situation in Asia.
In-depth knowledge and experience of issues relating to freedom of religion or belief in the Asia region.
Proven research skills, and good understanding of basic methodologies for human rights research.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
CSW Benefits:
We offer flexible working, your birthday off, pension with 6% employer contribution.
Closing date for full applications: Noon (12pm GMT) Wednesday 10 June 2026.
Interviews: Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interview on Wednesday 17 June 2026 AM or Thursday 18 June 2026. The interviews will take place online.
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