The Africa Division of Human Rights Watch (“HRW”) is seeking a highly motivated and qualified person to provide administrative assistance and support to its West Africa team. The Africa Division is a part of the Program Department which consists of regional and thematic divisions and oversees research, reporting and various other work. The Africa Division works to advance human rights in Africa and conducts a wide range of work, including investigation, report writing, advocacy and media work. This Associate position is based in Washington, DC and reports to the Associate Director of the Africa Division.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Providing day-to-day administrative support to Africa Division staff, such as scheduling, making travel arrangements, preparing for and taking minutes at meetings, creating and maintaining extensive filing and archiving systems, and responding to requests for information;
- Maintaining communication between HRW offices, global staff, and external partners;
- Assisting with preparing, drafting, editing, formatting and/or distributing materials such as news releases, reports, tables, charts, briefing papers, op‑eds, publications, and web content;
- Assisting with research, electronic clippings, wires, and translations;
- Assisting with events such as news conferences, staff meetings, and special events;
- Assisting with the recruitment and mentoring of interns;
- Recording, tracking, and processing divisional finances; and
- Carrying out other duties as required.
Educational Background:
A bachelor’s degree in human rights, international relations, social science, or a related field is required.
Skills/Experience:
Experience:
- A minimum of one year of relevant work experience is required.
Related Skills and Knowledge:
- Prior office/administration experience and strong organizational skills are required.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and French are required.
- Strong interest in international human rights and West Africa is required; West Africa related experience is desirable.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well under pressure while juggling multiple tasks are required.
- Ability to make sound decisions consistent with functions is required.
- Ability to prioritize with minimal supervision and work independently as well as function as a member of a team with staff in multiple locations globally is required.
- Proficiency in computer packages including MS Office applications is required.
Other:
- Applicants for this position must possess current US work authorization valid for a minimum of two years from start date.
Compensation/Benefits:
- Salary range starts at $45,150. Human Rights Watch offers comprehensive employer-paid benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, an outstanding retirement savings plan and twenty (20) days of vacation per year.
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Listing Stats
Post Date:
Jan 17 2018
Active Until:
Feb 17 2018
Hiring Organization:
Human Rights Watch
industry:
Nonprofit