A vacancy: researcher working for "Amnesty International" in Moscow

[A.Smith]

Researcher Russia Team (based Moscow)

Amnesty International (AI) needs a researcher as part of the International
Secretariat to help lead its research and campaigning work on Russia.
Based at Amnesty International's Russia Resource Centre in Moscow, you
will monitor, investigate and analyze political, legal and social
developments and designated human rights issues, investigate and document
cases and patterns of human rights abuses, and implement strategies and
actions to combat human rights abuses including through developing public
materials, lobbying and campaigning.

You will need proven research experience, first hand experience of the
former Soviet Union region and specialist knowledge of Russia, an
excellent understanding of human rights and sound political judgment.
In addition to your specialist country knowledge you will need to
demonstrate an understanding of the role played in Russia by the
international community, impartiality, initiative, writing skills, ability
to think strategically and experience in working as part of a team. You
will need to be an effective communicator, able to liaise effectively and
sensitively with other organisations, build coalitions and represent AI to
the government and media.

Fluent written and spoken English and Russian are essential.

For more information see
http://web.amnesty.org/jobs/index/14082006-ECA0606

Deadline for applications: 4 September 2006

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