Application Guide

How to Apply for RESEARCH ASSOCIATE, IMPACT & POLICY RESEARCH

at Alliance for Middle East Peace

🏢 About Alliance for Middle East Peace

The Alliance for Middle East Peace (ALLMEP) uniquely operates at the intersection of public opinion research, civil society impact assessment, and peacebuilding policy advocacy. Unlike traditional think tanks, ALLMEP focuses specifically on strengthening Israeli and Palestinian civil society through data-driven research that informs both grassroots peacebuilding efforts and high-level policy decisions. Someone might want to work here to contribute directly to evidence-based peacebuilding in one of the world's most complex conflict zones.

About This Role

This Research Associate role involves designing and analyzing AI-facilitated dialogues and polls with Israeli, Palestinian, and international audiences, then translating complex findings into actionable briefs for advocacy and donor audiences. You'll be conducting both quantitative analysis of survey data and qualitative coding of open-ended responses to understand cross-group perspectives. The role is impactful because your research directly informs ALLMEP's advocacy strategy and helps demonstrate the effectiveness of peacebuilding initiatives to policymakers and funders.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve analyzing AI Pulse survey data using statistical software, coding qualitative responses from Israeli and Palestinian participants for thematic patterns, and drafting sections of a policy brief based on your findings. You'd likely collaborate with advocacy staff to ensure research insights are translated into effective messaging, and participate in team discussions about upcoming survey designs or impact assessment methodologies for member organizations.

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🎯 Who Alliance for Middle East Peace Is Looking For

  • Holds a Master's in political science, international relations, or conflict resolution with specific coursework or thesis work on Middle Eastern politics or peacebuilding
  • Has 3-5 years of applied experience specifically with public opinion research or survey design in conflict or post-conflict contexts
  • Demonstrates proficiency with both statistical analysis software (like R, SPSS, or Stata) and qualitative coding methods for thematic analysis
  • Shows understanding of the Israeli-Palestinian peacebuilding landscape and can discuss specific ALLMEP member organizations or initiatives

📝 Tips for Applying to Alliance for Middle East Peace

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Highlight specific experience with AI-facilitated research tools or innovative polling methodologies, as this is explicitly mentioned in the responsibilities

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Quantify your impact in previous roles - e.g., 'analyzed survey data from 5,000 respondents that informed policy recommendations for X organization'

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Mention any experience coding open-ended responses or conducting thematic analysis, as this is a specific responsibility listed

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Reference specific ALLMEP publications or research initiatives you've reviewed in your cover letter

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Include a writing sample that demonstrates your ability to translate complex research findings into accessible briefs for non-expert audiences

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience with both quantitative survey analysis AND qualitative coding/thematic analysis (not just one methodology)', 'Knowledge of the Israeli-Palestinian peacebuilding ecosystem and how research can support civil society organizations', 'Examples of translating research findings into advocacy materials or policy briefs for diverse audiences', 'Interest in AI-facilitated dialogue methodologies and how they can enhance traditional peacebuilding research']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review ALLMEP's recent 'AI Pulse' reports and publications to understand their current research methodology and findings
  • → Study 3-5 specific ALLMEP member organizations and their peacebuilding approaches
  • → Research current policy debates around Israeli-Palestinian peacebuilding that ALLMEP might be trying to influence
  • → Look into AI-facilitated dialogue tools being used in conflict resolution research globally
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk us through your process for coding and analyzing open-ended survey responses from diverse cultural groups
2 How would you design an AI-facilitated dialogue to capture nuanced perspectives on a sensitive peacebuilding topic?
3 Describe a time you had to present complex research findings to non-expert audiences (donors, policymakers, or the general public)
4 What metrics would you propose to measure the impact of ALLMEP member organizations' peacebuilding work?
5 How do you ensure cultural sensitivity and accuracy when analyzing data from both Israeli and Palestinian populations?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting generic research experience without specific examples of survey design or public opinion research
  • Failing to demonstrate understanding of the Middle East peacebuilding context or ALLMEP's specific niche
  • Presenting only quantitative OR qualitative research skills when the role explicitly requires both
  • Using generic peacebuilding language without concrete examples of research impact

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

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Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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