Vacancies at Amnesty International: Researchers - Balkans (2 posts)
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Amnesty International (AI) is a worldwide movement of volunteers and professionals standing up for human rights. Our purpose is to research, campaign and take action to effect change and protect individuals wherever justice is denied.
Researchers - Balkans (2 posts)
Amnesty International is seeking two researchers to work on it's Balkans Team. For both roles, you will need proven research experience, thorough knowledge of the Western Balkans, excellent understanding of human rights and sound political judgement. You should also have experience of analysing complex political and social situations, conducting research interviews, and producing reports and other written material. Impartiality, the ability to think strategically are essential, while your tenacity and communication skills will equip you for liaising with other organisations and representing AI to governments and the media.
Researcher - Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia and Slovenia
1-year ï¬xed-term contract
Ј31,139 per annum
Ref: ECA/08/04
Focusing on Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia and Slovenia, you'll need specialist country knowledge, fluency in English and a good working knowledge of Bosnian-Croatian- Serbian, while knowledge of a relevant Romani language is desirable. Previous research on gender-based violence in armed conflict, or on discrimination against minorities, particularly Roma, will be an advantage.
Researcher - Albania, Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia including Kosovo
6-month ï¬xed-term contract
Ј31,139 per annum (pro rata)
Ref: ECA/08/03
Focusing on Albania, Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia including Kosovo, you need specialist country knowledge, fluency in English and a good working knowledge of Serbian and/or Macedonian. Knowledge of Albanian and/or a relevant Romani language is desirable.
Previous research on discrimination against minorities, particularly Roma, or gender-based violence, will be an advantage.
For further information about these, and our other current vacancies, and to apply online, please visit our website or fax us on +44 (0) 20 7413 5822 or send an A4 SAE (42p) to
The Recruitment Team, HR Programme, 1 Easton Street, London WC1X 0DW.
www.amnesty. org/jobs
Please quote the appropriate reference. CVs will not be accepted.
Closing date: 20 February 2008.
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