Researcher - East Africa
Based - Kampala, Uganda
Salary - £28,820

Amnesty International needs a researcher to take the lead responsibility for initiating strategy and a program of human rights research and action on designated countries within Eastern Africa by providing country expertise, research skills and sound political judgement. Based in Kampala, Uganda, your task is to monitor, investigate and analyse political, legal and social developments and human rights conditions, give authoritative advice on these areas and prepare action materials. Candidates must have first-hand experience of the region, with specialist knowledge of Kenya and preferably other Eastern African Countries, plus an understanding and awareness of the cultures of the region. Proven research skills, impartiality and ability to think strategically and work as part of a team are essential. You will need to be fluent in English and a working knowledge of French is desirable.

Applications close: 10/05/06

For further information about this and our other current vacancies and to apply online, please visit us at www.amnesty.org/jobs fax us on 020 7413 5822 or send an A4 SAE (42p) to The Recruitment Team, HR Program, 1 Easton Street, London, WC1X 0DW. CV’s will not be accepted.