Poste : RESEARCH, CAMPAIGNS AND COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT
Lieu de l’emploi : Sénégal
Date limite de soumission : 11/07/2021
Le bureau régional d’Amnesty International pour l’Afrique de l’Ouest et du Centre à Dakar recherche un(e) assistant(e) de recherche, de campagne et de communication. Il s’agit d’un poste permanent et passionnant où vous aurez l’occasion de faire la différence en luttant pour les droits humains des populations d’Afrique de l’Ouest.
JOB PURPOSE
You will assist in the development and implementation of research, campaigning, communication and growth strategies in the West Africa teams, including by monitoring human rights developments; managing information and communications systems; drafting and assisting in the production of documents; participating in the coordination of the work of the teams and providing it with administrative and other support including in relation to field work and in response to crisis.
ABOUT YOU
You have a good understanding of human rights issues and general knowledge of key human rights issues in West Africa. You have the ability to gather and process human rights-related information/material; You have the experience of information management, including the creation and maintenance of electronic databases. You have the experience of working in a team and understand the importance of efficient communications for the coordination and effective functioning of teams The nature of this role will require the ability to draft and proof-read research, communication and campaign materials in French and English tailored to the appropriate audience.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist the West Africa teams’ research, campaigning, communication and growth activities by gathering and managing human rights-related information, by liaising with national and local contacts and relevant Amnesty International members, media monitoring, internet searches and manual and electronic filing in relevant databases, using relevant language
Assist with research, campaigning, communication and growth activities through the production and distribution of public and internal reports, campaigning materials, and other documents, as delegated or originated by research, campaigns, communications or growth staff, including drafting, formatting, editing/proof-reading, distribution of texts and, where appropriate, coordinating the translation of documents
Act as a point of contact for internal and external interlocutors, process incoming inquiries and, as appropriate, respond to inquiries from other teams and programmes, AI membership and the public
Participate in the planning, organization, and coordination of field research and other relevant AI missions and travel and campaign activities; including preparing budgets, providing logistical support and solving problems
Contribute to the team’s response during a crisis or unexpected work
Develop, maintain and manage administrative and communications systems, including setting up new systems where necessary in support of research, campaigning and growth activities; manage files, records and other information retrieval systems where necessary within the organization’s self-servicing guidelines
Interview, assist with the selection of, induct, and supervise volunteers working in the team
Participate in coordinating the work of the team and contribute to the overall flexibility of resource use, including through providing cover for other programme staff as agreed with management, and participating in recruitment and other corporate tasks
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
General knowledge of the West Africa region
Fluency in written and spoken English and French. Portuguese would be a bonus.
Understanding of and commitment to human rights issues
Excellent attention to detail and ability to draft and proof-read research, communication and campaign materials tailored to the appropriate audience
Ability to gather and process human rights-related information/material
Ability to express ideas clearly, orally and in writing, and communicate complex issues with sensitivity to the audience
Experience of establishing and maintaining office systems and coordinating an efficient flow of communications and information
Experience of information management, including the creation and maintenance of electronic databases
Excellent inter-personal and communication skills
Experience of managing conflicting demands, meeting deadlines and adjusting priorities
Ability to use sound judgment and initiative, solve problems and provide constructive inputs
ABOUT US
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.
WHAT WE HOPE YOU WILL DO NEXT
If you are talented, passionate about human rights and want to use your skills, knowledge and experience to change the world then we would encourage you to click ‘Apply for this Role’ below.
Freedom, Justice, Equality. Let’s get to work.
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