Campaigner / Public Relations Officer (Moscow).
£1190 per month.
12 months fixed term contract.
Based in Moscow.
Amnesty International (AI) is looking for an outstanding individual for its Moscow-based Resource Centre. We need you to lead our work on the development of Amnesty International's (AI) action techniques and campaigning models involving AI's local membership structures. In consultation with other staff, you will coordinate, develop and implement AI's international policy and standards relevant to your area of responsibility. You must be innovative, creative and experienced in the use of information communications technology to mobilize the public and the membership into action.
You will also lead the monitoring and evaluation of projects, particularly on the use of campaigning techniques, within your area of responsibilities. As an experienced campaigner, you must be able to think analytically and plan strategically, have sound political judgement, understand the importance of effective communication and be able to set up effective systems of coordination.
Working as part of a team under the supervision both of the Resource Centre Director and the Media and Audiovisual Program in London, you will be responsible for generating media coverage for the organization's world-wide concerns. Your role encompasses the production of media and campaigning materials, as well as the organization of media and campaigning events, to mobilize AI members and the public to join our campaigns for human rights.
You will need fluent English and Russian, experience of working with the media, and excellent writing and editing skills. Good current affairs knowledge, good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multicultural environment are a must. Commitment to equal opportunities and an interest in human rights, ability to work to tight deadlines combined with the ability to work in a self- managed team is essential.
The cover letter and your CV please send to the address rrc.amnesty@gmail.com
Closing Date: 16th April 2006
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The cover letter and your CV please send to the address rrc.amnesty@gmail.com
Closing Date: 16th April 2006