Deputy Programme Director - Head of Special Thematic Projects

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Deputy Director of Global Issues you will lead Amnesty International's research and advocacy on a range of thematic priorities including arms control and the death penalty. In your capacity leader of the Special Projects unit you will have the opportunity to lead some of the organizations most cutting edge work on human rights, including our multi-country project on the rights of migrants working on the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

ABOUT YOU

With established leadership in the global human rights movement and demonstrable expertise in the field of human rights law and policy, you will have a deep and practical knowledge of law relating to transnational human rights issues and experience working in at least one of the following regions: MENA, South Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa.

Your portfolio will fluctuate and you will thrive on the flexibility and opportunities inherent in this role.

A highly advanced communicator with excellent written skills in English (with an additional language as a plus) you will have significant experience of designing and implementing a research based approach to international human rights issues.

ABOUT US

Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 7 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. We reach almost every country in the world and have:

• more than 2 million members and supporters who drive forward our fight for rights
• more than 5 million activists who strengthen our calls for justice

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. 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.

WHAT WE HOPE YOU WILL DO NEXT

If you are talented, passionate about human rights and want to use your skills, knowledge and experience to change the world then we would encourage you to click 'Apply for this Role' below.

Freedom, Justice, Equality. Let's get to work

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