Berufsbezeichnung: International advocacy officer

Arbeitsbeschreibung:
The full-time International Advocacy Officer performs advocacy, outreach, training and research duties in the context of the United Nations and other advocacy targets, and other tasks, according to the needs of the organization and its partners. You will be working with a small team of co-workers within the Geneva Headquarters of CIHRS, as well as with a larger team of program and CIHRS staff located in multiple countries. You will also be working with partner organizations and human rights activists from the Arab region and around the world to carry out national, regional and global human rights advocacy campaigns and initiatives. Master's degree in a relevant social science field An academic background in human rights is an asset 3 years working experience in the human rights field on the MENA region, previous experience in international advocacy is a strong asset 1 year working experience in the field of human rights within a country in the MENA region Very strong understanding of UN processes, international politics and international human rights mechanisms Experience engaging with and building advocacy campaigns directed at the UN and capitals is strongly preferred Excellent communication skills in English and Arabic French or German are assets Excellent analytical skills and a strong understanding of the political and social context in the Arab region and the human rights field Strong public speaking and presentation skills Ability to formulate and carry out successful human rights advocacy campaigns Previous experience in capacity building is preferred Demonstrated commitment to universal human rights Willingness and ability to travel regularly, work extra hours, work well under pressure and adapt to emerging issues and changing priorities Send your application (CV with details of language skills, cover letter, containing 2 references with contact information) indicating the position in the subject line of the email to jsmith (at) cihrs.org

Angestelltenname:
Institut du Caire pour les Etudes des Droits de l'Homme, siège de Genève

Arbeitgeber-Adresse:
Institut du Caire pour les Etudes des Droits de l'Homme, siège de Genève Rue des Asters 18 1202 Genève

Form von Kontakt: Jeremie Smith

Stellenkurzbeschreibung: Anwälte

Land: Schweiz

Region: Genève

Vertragslaufzeit: Befristet

Vertragstyp: Vollzeit

Erforderliche Ausbildung: Uni/HS

Erfahrung: 5 Jahre und mehr

Quelle des Stellenangebots:
SECO,Öffentliche Arbeitsverwaltungen, Schweiz (Confoederatio Helvetica)

Fahrerlaubnis: Nein

Wie Sie sich bewerben: Weitere Angaben (siehe Beschreibung)

Gehalt Währung: CHF

Gehaltsperiode: Gehalt Periode nicht spezifiziert

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