Drive V Social’s first research initiative, using Colombia as a pivotal case study to reveal how tourism can become a powerful catalyst for sustainable development in post-conflict regions. Since the 2016 Peace Agreement, Colombia has seen an unprecedented opportunity to build sustainable livelihoods through tourism while preserving cultural memory and biodiversity.
At V Social, together with our Colombian partner Travolution and the TUI Care Foundation, we support tourism and peace initiatives in creating viable community enterprises to transform their territories. This research role will be key in transforming our experience into a practical, replicable model that can inspire other conflict-affected regions worldwide—while critically examining and refining our own methods along the way.
Note:
- The candidate should ideally be based in Bogotá to facilitate travel to different territories.
- Please note that this position is linked to a limited one-year contract on a full-time basis.
- This research is conducted by the V Social Foundation, while Ventura TRAVEL’s job listings page is used for communication purposes.
Your collaborators:
On a daily basis, you will
- Conduct field research collaboratively with peace signatories and local communities.
- Focus on themes such as tourism, memory, economic transition, environmental care, and popular economy.
- Collaborate with Travolution and V Social so that your research boosts the effectiveness of our support programs.
- Systematize the development steps of tourism in post-conflict regions.
- Connect with research groups both locally and internationally.
- Develop a replicable methodology applicable to other peace-transition contexts.
The Basics You Bring Along:
- Advanced degree in Social Sciences, Peace and Conflict Studies, Sustainable Tourism, or related fields.
- At least 5 years of experience in social research with a minimum of 2 academic publications.
- Proficiency in participatory research methodologies.
- Fluency in Spanish and English for research contexts.
- Flexibility for field trips and ideally located in Bogotá.
- Proven leadership and excellent communication skills.
You Can Impress Us Even More:
- Experience in productive processes related to the Peace Agreement.
- Knowledge of tourism development in post-conflict regions globally.
- Strong storytelling skills and ability to translate research into practical tools.
- Engagement with research groups or academic collectives.
What We Promise You:
- Opportunity to create a significant social impact in post-conflict areas.
- Collaborative work environment with leading organizations in tourism and peace initiatives.
- Support for professional growth in a dynamic and meaningful field.
- A chance to contribute to pioneering research that bridges academic inquiry with community-led initiatives.
Confidentiality & Diversity
Applications at V Social are treated with strict confidentiality. We use a professional HR-Software that only grants access to your applications to HR, the Recruiting Manager, and the interviewers.
It is our commitment that every qualified person will be evaluated according to skills regardless of age, gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability status, or religion.