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Closing Date:16 September 2014 Directorate:Global Operations Location:Dakar Type:Permanent Working Hours:35 Salary:€38,197
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The mobile revolution. Geopolitical power shifts. A radically altered global economy. The world is changing, and so is the way that people fight for their rights. In order to be effective, Amnesty International’s (AI) International Secretariat needs to change how we work. That’s why we’ve opened a regional office in Dakar. And why we need your research expertise with us on the ground.

We're looking for a campaigner to contribute to our campaign against human rights violations in West Africa. Working as part of Amnesty International's new Regional Office for West and Central Africa in Dakar, you will work on a range of projects, including our global campaign on access to contraception and maternal health services in Burkina Faso and justice for those affected by conflict in Mali. You will act as a focal point providing advice and support to our worldwide membership, including devising campaigning strategies, preparing written and other campaigning materials and providing research support.

ABOUT YOU:
You will have excellent campaigning and communication skills, along with strong research skills and an understanding of NGOs and similar organizations. You will be able to work effectively in both English and French, have a good analysis of the local political context and a strong experience of campaigning for change in the region. You are dynamic, hardworking and organized, capable of working both on your own initiative and as a member of the team, often under pressure. A strong affinity or experience of economic, social and cultural rights issues would be a plus. While there is no line management responsibility, you will participate in coordinating the work of the team.

ABOUT US:
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. Already our network of almost three million members and supporters is making a difference in 150 countries. 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.