Amnesty - Researcher - Asia-Pacific (Death Penalty)

Hong Kong

Part-time (17.5 hours per week) | HK$485,661 PA pro rata

The Asia-Pacific Program at the International Secretariat of Amnesty International is seeking to appoint a dynamic, team oriented person to the role of Researcher.

About the role

As a research-based campaigning organization, investigating and documenting human rights issues is fundamental to our advocacy and lobbying work. Our Asia-Pacific Regional Programme requires a researcher to take the lead in initiating human rights research and action by providing regional and thematic expertise on the death penalty, excellent research and networking skills and sound political judgement. A campaign oriented approach to your work is essential. You will be required to conduct and co-ordinate research activities, monitor, investigate and analyse developments in abolition of the death penalty and give authoritative advice and support to Amnesty International membership, external partners and other stakeholders to further the agreed strategies.

About you

With experience of working on human rights issues, you must have first-hand in-depth knowledge and experience of the death penalty in the Asia-Pacific region and an understanding and awareness of the political, legal and social developments in the region. You’ll have a background in activism, academia, law or journalism with the ability to identify and thoroughly investigate those issues and ensure our voice has authority. You will need proven research and communication skills, impartial political judgement, coupled with strong strategic thought. Fluency in English, including excellent writing skills, is essential and fluency in another Asia-Pacific language is desirable.

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.

Closing date: 23rd May 2012.

CVs will not be accepted.

How to apply:

For further information about this and our other current vacancies, and to apply online, please visit our website www.amnesty.org/jobs