URI Community Liaison, Kyrgyz Republic
Project Based | Remote
Independent Contractor - Scope of Services
Application Due Date: Friday, July 3, 2026
URI seeks an independent contractor to serve as Community Liaison for Kyrgyz Republic. This engagement is (approximately 10 hours per week) and is project-based in nature. The Contractor will work independently how, when and where to achieve the deliverables described below.
The Contractor will align their activities with URI’s 2030 Strategic Framework and uphold the Preamble, Purpose and Principles stated in the URI Charter. The Contractor will submit periodic deliverable reports to the determined URI’s email, copying relevant staff as needed.
This engagement does not create an employer-employee relationship. The Contractor is not entitled to employee benefits, workers' compensation, unemployment insurance, or any other employment-related benefits.
Qualifications:
- A university Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent is preferred, but not required for candidates with significant experience in interfaith understanding, community organizing, grassroots movement building, or work focused on peace, justice or healing.
- University students seeking to fulfill internship requirements in a related field of study are welcome to apply.
- Proficiency with Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Email), WhatsApp, Zoom, and regionally relevant social media platforms.
- Ability to use Social Media applications for foster community engagement.
Location:
The Contractor must be based in Kyrgyz Republic and will perform services remotely. No relocation or office attendance is required.
Please read the complete scope of services here.
About URI: United Religions Initiative (URI) is a California-based international nonprofit organization founded in 2000 and is the world’s largest grassroots interfaith network. URI’s purpose is threefold: to promote enduring, daily interfaith cooperation, to end religiously motivated violence, and to create cultures of peace, justice and healing for the Earth and all living beings.
URI connects grassroots groups and individuals across the globe into a vibrant network. Member groups are called Cooperation Circles (CCs). There are currently 1,200 CCs in 113 countries across eight global regions. URI is governed by a Global Council of Trustees elected by and from member CCs.
Application Process: To apply, please complete this entire form below, answering the questions provided and uploading your resume by end of day Friday, July 3rd, 2026.