Regional Researcher – Great Lakes - Amnesty International Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya - Permanent.
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.
How to apply:
Closing Date: 27 August 2014
Regional Researcher – Great Lakes $68,699 Nairobi, Kenya Permanent.
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