Amnesty International NGO Research Jobs
Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 7 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. We reach almost every country in the world and have:
more than 2 million members and supporters who drive forward our fight for rights
more than 5 million activists who strengthen our calls for justice
Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they're denied. And whether we're applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we're all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.
At Amnesty International, we are passionate about what we do and we are proud of our achievements as a movement. To compensate our employees for the critical work they do, we reward them through a combination of an attractive and sector competitive salary and benefits package, high levels of engagement and involvement, and a commitment to employee development.
Benefits include 25 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays and grace days), pension scheme, employee assistance programme, life assurance and many more benefits designed to suit your own personal lifestyle. All of this, in a professional, engaging environment.
Amnesty International NGO Research Jobs
Responsibilities
To lead on the development and implementation of overarching research and campaigning strategies to deliver impact in relation to agreed priorities on Tanzania and Uganda, including strategies to identify the most effective ways to address human rights concerns; and to lead on designing specific
projects and producing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating plans for both these and initiatives begun by others
To lead on the development of human rights research on Kenya to deliver impact in relation to priorities agreed between the Regional Office and Amnesty Kenya until the National Office has the skills and capacity to lead on Kenya research
To monitor, research, investigate and analyze human rights-related developments in order to provide timely, accurate, independent and impartial assessments and expert advice on the human rights situation in Tanzania, Uganda and Kenya
To organize, take part in and lead, where agreed, field research and other missions, leading specifically on information-gathering, fact-finding, analysis and assessment of human rights concerns, including in response to crisis situations; prepare, where necessary, security assessments, political and other briefings in relation to the mission for International Secretariat management,
mission participants and internal or external stakeholders; and represent Amnesty International in the field
To represent Amnesty International to external stakeholders, including in governmental, intergovernmental
and various public forums, as well as to all forms of news media, civil society
organizations and political, economic and other actors; and to communicate Amnesty International’s concerns, positions and, where relevant, campaign strategies to external and internal stakeholders
To develop and maintain effective constituencies of public and confidential contacts and partners in and outside the organization - such as human rights activists, members of legal and other professions, UN agencies and governmental representatives - to optimize information gathering and
verification and the development and implementation of effective strategies and plans
To write reports and other materials for publication and internal use and contribute to and provide expert advice in relation to written and other materials produced by other programmes
To manage research,
oversee the research work carried out by the team and others and, as
appropriate, to contribute to the selection of external consultants and supervise, support, coordinate and provide expert advice on their work
To contribute to the development and maintenance of an effective information management system
To contribute to the development of sub-regional and region-wide strategies and plans for research and campaigning and provide input into internal discussions on the Amnesty International mission, policy, organizational and other issues in order to increase the effectiveness of Amnesty International’s work
In consultation with management, to participate in coordinating the work of the team, including through setting priorities, preparing work plans, monitoring their progress and contributing to maintaining basic budgets
To contribute to the overall flexibility of resource use and provide cover for other regional office staff as agreed with management
To perform all necessary administrative tasks to ensure effective self-servicing, participate in the recruitment and induction of new staff and consultants and perform other corporate tasks as appropriate
Qualifications
Proven experience of undertaking research on human rights or related issues;
Specialist knowledge and preferably first-hand experience of Tanzania and/or Uganda, with
experience in Kenya desirable, and an in-depth understanding of the nature of key human rights
concerns, as well as political, social, legal, economic, cultural, ethnic, racial and gender issues in these countries;
Strong understanding of the international human rights law and standards as they apply to research and relevant regional and national legal frameworks;
Ability to exercise good political judgment, thorough analysis and diplomacy to develop effective strategies to positively impact on human rights in Tanzania and Uganda;
Ability to represent Amnesty International to external stakeholders; and to communicate Amnesty International’s concerns, positions and, where relevant, strategies to external and internal stakeholders;
Proven experience of writing research materials for a variety of audiences, together with an understanding of the importance of tailoring materials for various target audiences including through digital channels;
Ability to understand and express ideas in English and ideally, other relevant local languages, in a fluent, clear and concise way, both orally and in writing; broadcast level and working knowledge of Kiswahili essential, draft text in a variety of styles, e.g. documents such as substantial reports, government correspondence and media and action materials;
Ability to deal in a sensitive and understanding manner with a variety of people, including survivors of human rights violations and others who may be distressed;
Experience of working in a team and understanding of the importance of efficient communications for the coordination and effective functioning of teams;
Demonstrated commitment to human rights, e.g. through previous work, membership of an
organization, involvement in advocacy of human rights, etc;
Resilient with experience of managing conflicting demands, meeting deadlines and adjusting priorities;
How to apply
Interested candidates should apply online by 22nd March, 2018
For more information and job application details, see; Amnesty International NGO Research Jobs
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