ActionAid Research Officer
SALARY: £31,504 - £33,727 p.a
CONTRACT: Maternity Cover - 9 Month Fixed Term Contract
LOCATION: Central London
CLOSING DATE: December 3rd 2012
CONTRACT: Maternity Cover - 9 Month Fixed Term Contract
LOCATION: Central London
CLOSING DATE: December 3rd 2012
At ActionAid we've undergone significant planned change to ensure we are better positioned to deliver lasting solutions to the problems of global poverty. A new structure and fresh thinking has re-energised the organisation. We've now created fantastic career opportunities for experienced sector professionals who want to be part of an organisation that is focused on delivering a bold strategy to provide sustained improvements to the poorest and most excluded people in the world. Join our action to end poverty now and be part of something truly amazing.
From development finance and biofuels to women’s rights and tax justice ActionAid is playing a major role in persuading and pressurising UK policy makers on many international development issues. At the heart of this activity is our Policy and Campaigns department. As Research Officer you will provide invaluable support to this team.
We’re seeking an experienced sector professional who wants to be part of an organisation delivering a bold strategy to provide sustained improvements to the poorest and most excluded people in the world.
Join our action to end poverty now and be part of something truly amazing join us and you will assist the team by providing policy analysis and research support covering a range of issues and public campaigns, with a particular focus on supporting our campaigns on tax justice and biofuels. This will involve attending events and lobby meetings as well as preparing briefing documents. You will communicate our policy and thinking through writing, media, social networks and public speaking with a particular focus on digital media. You will also provide general admin support as needed.
A skilful researcher, you will have a good understanding of international development issues as well as experience of working in an office environment. You will have well developed communication and presentation skills as well as a good understanding of digital media. PC literate you will be highly organised and good at prioritising workloads.
To apply
Please email your CV, covering letter and equal opportunities monitoring form to jobs@actionaid.org
About your application:
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret we will not be able to respond personally to applicants who are not short-listed. If you have not heard from us within two weeks from the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret we will not be able to respond personally to applicants who are not short-listed. If you have not heard from us within two weeks from the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
ActionAid is an equal opportunities employer. We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community and aim to promote diversity.
Recruitment consultancies / agencies should not approach ActionAid with regards to open vacancies. We regret that agency candidates will not be considered.
All interested applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
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