The mobile revolution. Geopolitical power shifts. A radically altered
global economy. The world is changing, and so is the way that people
fight for their rights. In order to be effective, Amnesty
International’s (AI) International Secretariat needs to change how we
work. That’s why we have opened an East Africa Regional Office in
Kenya. And why we need your field research expertise with us on the
ground.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a research-based campaigning organization, investigating and
documenting human rights issues is fundamental to our advocacy and
lobbying work. Our Great Lakes Researcher will take the lead in
initiating human rights research and action from the East Africa
regional office by providing regional and thematic expertise, excellent
research skills and sound political judgement. A campaign oriented
approach to your work is essential. You will be required to conduct and
co-ordinate research activities, monitor, investigate and analyse
political, legal and social developments and human rights conditions,
give authoritative advice on these areas and prepare human rights action
materials.
ABOUT YOU
With experience of working on human rights issues, you must have
first-hand in-depth knowledge and experience of Rwanda and Burundi and
an understanding and awareness of the cultures of the Great Lakes
Region. You'll have a background in activism, academia, law or
journalism with the ability to identify and thoroughly investigate those
issues and ensure our voice has authority. With your extensive
experience of working from the region you will have a strong network and
rich experience of undertaking this kind of sensitive work in the
field. A natural collaborator you will need proven research and
influential communication skills, impartial political judgement, coupled
with strong strategic thought. Fluency in English and French is
essential, including excellent writing skills.
ABOUT US
Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent,
international and influential, we campaign for justice, freedom and
truth wherever they're denied. Already our network of over three million
members and supporters is making a difference in 150 countries. 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.
