Research, Campaigns and Communication Assistant

JOB PURPOSE: We are looking for a committed Research, Campaigns and Communication Assistant to assist in the development and implementation of research, campaigning and communication strategies in Europe, 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 in relation to field work and response to crisis. Working in a fast paced, dynamic environment you will work on many human rights issues in Europe including, but not limited to, migrant rights, civic space and the right to protest and gender, racial and intersectional justice.

ABOUT YOU: Fully signed up to our aims, you’re an enthusiastic team member, highly organised and comfortable with deadlines and creating strong lines of communication and robust administration systems for a team. You will need proven administrative skills and an ability to deal with large volumes of information including maintaining databases. You will also have a good understanding of the human rights situation in Europe.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: • Monitor and maintain a broad overview of relevant political and human rights developments • Assist the Europe teams research, campaigns, communications, activities by gathering and managing human rights-related information, by liaising with national and local contacts, media monitoring, internet searches and filing in relevant databases. • Participate in the planning, organization, and coordination of field research and other relevant AI travel and campaign activities; including preparing budgets and providing logistical support. • Contribute to the team’s response during a crisis or unexpected work

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: • 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

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 d evelopment.

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.

For further information on our benefits, please visit https://www.amnesty.org/en/careers/benefits/

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.