Research, Campaigns and Communication Assistant (RCCA)

Are you passionate about human rights and have experience in research and campaigning?

JOB PURPOSE:

To assist in the development and implementation of research, campaigning, and communication strategies in the Americas Regional Office teams, including by monitoring developments; managing information and communications systems; drafting and assisting in the production of documents; participating in the coordination of the work of the team and providing it with administrative and other support including about fieldwork and response to a crisis.

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience in research and campaigns among different human rights issues, with the ability to obtain information through various channels using strong communication and initiative. You will also have proven experience in creating human rights research and campaign materials.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Americas team’s research, communication, campaigning and growth activities by gathering and managing human rights-related information, by liaising with national and local contacts, media monitoring, internet searches and manual and electronic filing in relevant databases, using relevant language(s).
• Assist with campaigning, communication, research and growth activities through the production and distribution of public and internal campaigning materials, reports 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, the 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.
• 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.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge, understanding, and commitment to key human rights issues across the Americas region in general and particularly of North America, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
• Experience working in multiple teams and understanding of the importance of efficient communications for the coordination and effective functioning of teams, including the ability to supervise volunteers.
• Experience drafting, editing and proofreading human rights research, communication and campaign materials tailored to the appropriate audience.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Spanish.
• Ability to express ideas clearly, orally and in writing, and communicate complex issues with sensitivity to the audience, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in information management, including the creation and maintenance of electronic databases.
• Understanding of equal opportunities, cultural diversity and gender issues as well as a commitment to apply relevant policies.

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.