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Research Consultant - Anglophone West Africa

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Organization Name: Amnesty International
Location: Dakar, Senegal
Apply email: Not Specified
Start Date: 20 Sep 2018, 10:37 am
Closing Date: 01 Oct 2018, 12:00 am

Research Consultant - Anglophone West Africa (West and Central Africa Regional Office)

Start date: ASAP

Contract duration: Six months (till March 2019)

ABOUT THE ROLE
Our West Africa Research Consultant will tackle issues like freedom of expression and association, forced evictions, abuses in the criminal justice system and international justice. In order to get the word out about these violations, we need expertly developed research and campaigning strategies. And in this key role, that's exactly what you'll deliver. As well as developing specific research projects and strategies, you'll lead our research and investigations into human rights developments yourself - both at your desk and in the field. Ready to lead assessments of crisis situations and able to prepare thorough security assessments and political briefings, you'll work as part of a team to make sure our hub research function is as flexible as it is effective. You'll also understand that building a strong contact network and representing AI externally are central to ensuring your research has impact, as is the credibility and accuracy of your reports.

ABOUT YOU
A tried-and-tested human rights researcher, you'll have specialist knowledge of human rights issues and a well-developed understanding of the political landscape in West Africa.

You'll have proven your ability to write and adapt research materials for a range of audiences too, and be confident communicating AI's message externally, both in English and either French, Spanish or Portuguese. And in addition to your meticulous research skills and sharp political judgement, you'll know how to engage with survivors of human rights abuses. You'll be an effective multi-tasker able to meet deadlines and manage priorities, and know how to work effectively in a team. Crucially, you'll have an unwavering commitment to human rights.

ABOUT US
Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, freedom and truth wherever they're denied. Already our network of over 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.

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.

NB: Only applicants with the right to work in Dakar will be considered for this post.

Freedom, Justice, Equality. Let's get to work.

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