The HSF researchers are typically legal researchers. However, applications are also encouraged from those in allied disciplines – such as economics, political science, and philosophy.
Researchers are required to engage in legal research and writing, drafting of legal and policy submissions, drafting of reports, investigative work, project planning and execution, advocacy, liaising and coordinating with external stakeholders, assisting with fundraising where necessary, project reporting, media interviews and other communications related work including drafting media statements and opinion pieces.
Key Responsibilities
- Legal research and writing.
- Drafting of legal submissions and reports.
- Conducting investigative work.
- Communicating with relevant stakeholders.
- Engaging in advocacy work to engender public support, to secure policy and legislative change and to support campaigns and strategic interventions.
Required Competencies and Skills
- LLB or a related degree.
- Excellent writing and research skills.
- An engaged and strategic thinker.
- Excellent and proven analytical skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Organisational and computer skills.
- General understanding of South Africa’s political landscape.
Behavioural Competencies
- Committed to the values of the HSF.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Accountable and responsible.
- Conscientious and diligent.
Please submit your CV, cover letter, and a writing sample of no more than 2 pages to Yvette Odinga on yvette@hsf.org.za by 19 December 2025.
Applicants will be contacted for an interview, and we may request a short writing assignment at shortlist stage. The chosen candidate will be expected to commence work in March 2026.
