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JOB PURPOSE

As Amnesty International’s lead expert on Lusophone Southern Africa, you will lead on the development and implementation of overarching research and campaigning strategies to deliver impact.

ABOUT YOU

With a demonstrated commitment to human rights, you will have expertise on the human rights issues that affect Lusophone countries in Southern Africa. You will have the ability to understand and express ideas in both English and Portuguese, and experience in drafting different types of documents, for a variety of different audiences.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Investigate, monitor, and document human rights violations in Southern Africa (Lusophone countries) in order to provide accurate, and objective advice on these issues, and to develop effective strategies for achieving positive change.
  • Collect and analyze information from a wide variety of sources, including government officials, local and international media, NGOs, lawyers, journalists, diplomats, and others;
  • Write reports, briefing papers, and other materials for publication and internal use, and provide advice on materials produced by other programmes;
  • Represent Amnesty International publicly, including in governmental, inter-governmental, and other for a, as well as with the news media, civil society organizations, and others;
  • Contribute to the development of country and regional strategies relating to research and campaigning, and provide input into internal Amnesty International discussions;
  • Travel domestically and internationally, as necessary to conduct factfinding missions, advocacy, and other activities;

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Substantial experience in conducting research on human rights or related issues
  • Knowledge of Southern Africa, preferably first-hand experience working in any of the African Lusophone countries (Angola, Cabo Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Mozambique, Sao Tome and Principe), and a good understanding of their key human rights concerns, as well as related political, social, legal, economic, cultural, ethnic, racial and gender issues
  • Ability to understand and express ideas in both English and Portuguese in a fluent, clear, logical, and concise way, both orally and in writing, and to draft different types of documents, including extended reports, government correspondence, and media and action materials.
  • Experience in research on just economies and environmental justice
  • 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
  • Ability to exercise sound political judgment and rigorous analysis to develop effective strategies to improve human rights conditions in the region

ABOUT US

Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 10 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. We reach almost every country in the world.

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 37 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.

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.

N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.

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Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 7 million people who take injustice personally. We are campaigning for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all.

We are funded by members and people like you. We are independent of any political ideology, economic interest or religion. No government is beyond scrutiny. No situation is beyond hope.

Few would have predicted when we started that torturers would become international outlaws. That most countries would abolish the death penalty. And seemingly untouchable dictators would be made to answer for their crimes.

What does Amnesty do?

We investigate and expose the facts, whenever and wherever abuses happen.

We lobby governments, and other powerful groups such as companies. Making sure they keep their promises and respect international law.

By telling the powerful stories of the people we work with, we mobilize millions of supporters around the world to campaign for change and to stand in defence of activists on the frontline.

We support people to claim their rights through education and training.

Where it all began

In 1961, British lawyer Peter Benenson was outraged when two Portuguese students were jailed just for raising a toast to freedom. He wrote an article in The Observer newspaper and launched a campaign that provoked an incredible response. Reprinted in newspapers across the world, his call to action sparked the idea that people everywhere can unite in solidarity for justice and freedom.

This inspiring moment didn’t just give birth to an extraordinary movement, it was the start of extraordinary social change.

After more than 50 years of groundbreaking achievements, Amnesty has been through a major transformation, adapting to dramatic changes in the world.

We have shifted from a large London base, to open regional offices in cities in Africa, Asia-Pacific, Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America and the Middle East. These offices are major hubs for our investigations, campaigns and communications. The new regional offices strengthen the work of Sections who already work at the national level in more than 70 countries. We can now respond quickly to events wherever they happen, and be a powerful force for freedom and justice.

To stay one step ahead, we are also developing tools using the latest technologies. Such as a mobile phone app that acts as a personal ‘panic button’ for activists at daily risk of being arrested or detained.

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JOB PURPOSE

As Amnesty International's lead expert on Lusophone Southern Africa, you will lead on the development and implementation of overarching research and campaigning strategies to deliver impact.

ABOUT YOU

With a demonstrated commitment to human rights, you will have expertise on the human rights issues that affect Lusophone countries in Southern Africa. You will have the ability to understand and express ideas in both English and Portuguese, and experience in drafting different types of documents, for a variety of different audiences.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Investigate, monitor, and document human rights violations in Southern Africa (Lusophone countries) in order to provide accurate, and objective advice on these issues, and to develop effective strategies for achieving positive change.
  • Collect and analyze information from a wide variety of sources, including government officials, local and international media, NGOs, lawyers, journalists, diplomats, and others;
  • Write reports, briefing papers, and other materials for publication and internal use, and provide advice on materials produced by other programmes;
  • Represent Amnesty International publicly, including in governmental, inter-governmental, and other for a, as well as with the news media, civil society organizations, and others;
  • Contribute to the development of country and regional strategies relating to research and campaigning, and provide input into internal Amnesty International discussions;
  • Travel domestically and internationally, as necessary to conduct factfinding missions, advocacy, and other activities;

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Substantial experience in conducting research on human rights or related issues
  • Knowledge of Southern Africa, preferably first-hand experience working in any of the African Lusophone countries (Angola, Cabo Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Mozambique, Sao Tome and Principe), and a good understanding of their key human rights concerns, as well as related political, social, legal, economic, cultural, ethnic, racial and gender issues
  • Ability to understand and express ideas in both English and Portuguese in a fluent, clear, logical, and concise way, both orally and in writing, and to draft different types of documents, including extended reports, government correspondence, and media and action materials.
  • Experience in research on just economies and environmental justice
  • 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
  • Ability to exercise sound political judgment and rigorous analysis to develop effective strategies to improve human rights conditions in the region

ABOUT US

Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 10 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. We reach almost every country in the world.

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 37 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.

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.

N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.

2023-01-12

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