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Communication Coordinator - Security and Human Rights

£34,032
Fixed term contract ending 29th February 2012
London

Terrorism, counter-terrorism and national security are high profile issues and our focus on the human rights abuses linked to them is now stronger than ever. Our new global campaign with Security and Human Rights is the result – and you’ll be critical to its success.

About the role
Developing and coordinating communications strategies for a global audience, you’ll have a huge impact on how we communicate and contribute to the objectives of our new global Security with Human Rights Campaign. You’ll seize every opportunity to further our campaign aims in the media, advising us on how best to reach our target audiences. And critically, you’ll employ a creative and tactical approach, making the most of both traditional and innovative communications to engage with new and existing audiences. You’ll also effectively engage a variety of stakeholders, internally and in the media, motivating and inspiring them. You’ll liaise with departments across International Secretariat and globally, taking a collaborative approach to your work and influencing your colleagues to drive progress on the projects you’re overseeing.

About you
You’ll have a solid background in developing and coordinating international communications strategies, with experience of internet campaigning and a proven ability to engage everyone from activists and new audiences to colleagues and external stakeholders. And whatever part of the industry you join us from, you’ll have an understanding of human rights, the principles of campaigning and the political issues surrounding the campaign. Key to your success will be your ability to communicate clearly and confidently – evident in both your strong influencing and interpersonal skills, and the compelling copy you’ll write for a range of audiences.

About us
Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses, and to protect and progress the rights of people around the world who are discriminated against on the basis of who they are. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, equality and freedom wherever they’re denied. Our network of almost three million members and supporters is already making a difference in 150 countries. And whether we’re applying pressure through high-level research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations, movement mobilisation or online campaigning, we’re all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.

For more information and to apply, please visit www.amnesty.org/jobs

Closing date: 22nd May 2011