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Campaigns Programme - Military, Security and Police (MSP) Team

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 16:10:05 +0100

Programme: Campaigns
Team: MSP
Duration: 3 months
Hours/Days per week: up to 5 days
Location: International Secretariat, London
Languages required: English
Reference: VOLCP/08/03
Closing Date: 18 September 2008

The MSP team is researching and campaigning on Military, Security and Police transfers which will be used for violations of human rights. The Control Arms campaign is one of the main issues dealt by the team, calling for an international Arms Trade Treaty (www.controlarms.org)

The volunteer needs to have an interest in MSP issues and some experience on researching and campaigning.

Task List

Support in lobbying and campaigning activities for Control Arms as for the plans and priorities agreed at team level, in view of the October UN 1st Committee and follow up
Administrative experience and correspondence: The volunteer will be asked from time to time to answer general correspondence by letter or email.
Updating address books/contact lists. The volunteer may be asked to update contact information in MS Word or Lotus Notes.

Essential Skills and experience

Interest in and knowledge of MSP issues
Knowledge of IHL and Human Rights law
Experience in conducting research, including library, internet and other research
Experience in being involved in campaigning actions and dealing with web-site updates
Experience of working in a team, and independently if necessary
Good inter-personal and communication skills
Ability to multi-task and prioritise
Good working knowledge of main Office programmes, word processing, databases and typing
Willingness to undertake office work like photocopying, filing and archiving
Fluent level of written and spoken English

Desirable Skills and experience

other core languages (Spanish, Arabic or French)

CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY

A public or other activity, affiliation to, or support for, any group or organization, personal association or other factor that may generate a real or perceived conflict with AI’s principles (specifically, its independence and impartiality) or raise a security concern or otherwise prevent the candidate from carrying out the functions of the specific post would disqualify the candidate from appointment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES POLICY

The International Secretariat of Amnesty International is committed to a comprehensive policy of Cultural Diversity and Equal Opportunities in which individuals are selected and treated solely on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities and are given equal opportunities within the Secretariat. All staff, whether paid or voluntary, will work collectively and individually within the terms and intentions of the Cultural Diversity and Equal Opportunities Policy to promote a constructive and sensitive approach to others from a variety of backgrounds, where the work of others is valued and respected.

Volunteers are required to comply with AI's policy and rules relating to Health and Safety, Cultural Diversity and Equal Opportunities and with its security regulations.Amnesty International actively promotes equal opportunities. If you have a disability, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator to discuss particular requirements.

Applying for this vacancy:

The application form is available in Word and PDF formats.

Please return your application form preferably by email to: volunteering@amnesty.org
In the subject line write 'volunteer position' and the relevant reference number.

Alternatively, print the application form off and post or fax it to:

The Volunteers' Development Coordinator
Human Resources Programme
Amnesty International
1 Easton Street
London
WC1X 0DW

Fax number: +44 (0) 20 7413 5822

Please note that due to the high numbers of applications we regret that we are unable to answer individual queries in relation to volunteering posts or on the progress of individual applications. Please assume that if you have not been contacted within 6 weeks after the closing date your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Asia-Pacific Programme - South Asia Team

Wed, 14 May 2008 09:40:36 +0100

Programme: Asia and Pacific Programme
Team: South Asia Team
Allowance: Travel and lunch expenses
Duration: Minimum of three months
Hours/Days per week: Preferably minimum of 2 days per week
Location: Clerkenwell, Central London
Languages required: English
Closing date: 16 September 2008
Starting date: ASAP
Ref. no: VOLASA/08/14

Brief description of the team:

The South Asia team at the International Secretariat is currently recruiting a volunteer to start immediately. Volunteers on the team generally work a minimum of 3 days a week for a minimum of 3 months, although sometimes this period may be shorter or longer depending on the nature of the projects you have been assigned and your own requirements.

The team is composed of a Researcher, Campaigner, Research and Campaign Assistant and Volunteer and is responsible for AI’s research on Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan and Bangladesh. The team works as part of the South Asia sub-regional team in the Asia Pacific Programme.

Role profile and competencies:

Volunteers are integral to the team and undertake a range of work, mainly administrative but also research and campaigning tasks.

Voluntary work in one of the world’s leading human rights organisations can provide valuable experience and you will receive work references. However, please note that volunteering does not lead directly to employment with Amnesty International.

Voluntary work is unpaid, although travel and lunch expenses are provided. We are able to offer only very limited advice in terms of finding accommodation or employment in London. Volunteers are responsible for arranging their own UK visa/work permit before arriving in the UK. AI can provide a supporting letter on request.

TASK LIST FOR VOLUNTEER

The work is supervised but the volunteer is expected to be able to work independently, use their initiative and manage their own workload. Willingness to undertake routine administrative work is crucial. Projects may be devised by the team in collaboration with the volunteer which will aim to assist the team in fulfilling its strategic objectives, whilst making the best use of the volunteer’s own skills, interests and experience.
The volunteer may have the opportunity to build on their skills by attending some in-house training workshops

Press monitoring and electronic filing: teams monitor daily newspapers on the internet. Relevant articles are then filed electronically into databases with particularly important news items forwarded to the team by email.
Filing and photocopying: Apart from the electronic filing system, we also have a system for hardcopy filing, which the volunteer is usually in charge of keeping updated. This involves some photocopying and manual filing.
Correspondence: The volunteer will be asked from time to time to answer general correspondence by letter or email.
Updating address books/contact lists/ databases. The volunteer may be asked to update contact information in Lotus Notes, Paradox or Access.
Other possible tasks include case-work, database entry and supporting teams on projects such as preparing for missions overseas and producing research and campaign materials.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Good IT skills; proficient in MS Windows and Word, familiarity with Access database management and Excel spreadsheets.
Fluent level of written and spoken English.
Good inter-personal and communication skills
Organised and self-motivated working style
Ability to multi-task
Ability to work independently
Willingness to undertake office work like photocopying, filing and archiving
Background through study, work or other experience in a relevant area, such as law, international relations, political science, social sciences
Word processing typing speed of at least 35 wpm

DESIRABLE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Knowledge of human rights issues in South Asian countries
Some knowledge of campaigning organisations and AI’s work
Experience in conducting research, including library, internet and other research
Experience of working in a team
Administrative experience, including manual and electronic filing
Writing skills, ability to draft correspondence

CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY

Equal opportunities policy

Applying for this vacancy:

Asia Pacific Programme (South East Asia)

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 17:22:12 +0100

Programme: Asia and Pacific Programme
Team: Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines and Brunei
Allowance: Travel and lunch expenses
Duration: Minimum 3 months
Hours/Days per week: Preferably 3 to 5 per week
Location: Clerkenwell, Central London
Languages required: Fluent English
Closing date: 16 September 2008
Ref. no: VOLASA/08/13

We are currently recruiting a volunteer to start as soon as possible, so if you are interested in working for our team, we would be interested in hearing from you. Volunteers on the team generally work about 3 days a week for a minimum of 3 months, ideally longer if possible.

The team is composed of a Researcher and a Campaigner, and is responsible for AI’s research and action on Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines and Brunei. It is part of the Southeast Asia sub-regional team in the Asia Pacific Programme.

We are currently implementing several campaigns and would be very much interested in providing an opportunity for a volunteer to be part of assisting in the research and systematisation of information (i.e. building up of a database, wiki space, etc.), putting up summaries of issues (i.e. collection of data for factsheets, backgrounders) in view of developing campaign materials. The volunteer will also have the opportunity to assist in setting up campaign events. This is an exciting phase of projects and would provide solid work experience.

Volunteers are integral to the team and undertake a range of work that range from administrative assistance to assisting in the research and organisation of events.

Voluntary work in one of the world’s leading human rights organisations can provide valuable experience and you will receive work references. However, please note that volunteering does not lead directly to employment with Amnesty International.

Voluntary work is unpaid, although travel and lunch expenses are provided. We are able to offer only very limited advice in terms of finding accommodation or employment in London. Volunteers are responsible for arranging their own UK visa/work permit before arriving in the UK.

TASK LIST

Press monitoring and electronic filing: We daily monitor newspapers on the internet. Relevant articles are then filed electronically into databases with particularly important news items forwarded to the team by email.
Assistance in research on particular issues¬: Research and systematisation of information according to the guidance provided by the team, i.e. assistance in drafting newsletter updates, news summaries etc.
Assistance in organising events within the campaign – i.e. workshops, trainings etc.
Filing and photocopying: Apart from the electronic filing system, we also have a system for hardcopy filing, which the volunteer is usually in charge of keeping updated. This involves some photocopying and manual filing.
Correspondence: The volunteer will be asked from time to time to answer general correspondence by letter or email.
Administration: Updating address books, contact lists and campaign/human rights databases.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Good working knowledge of computers; familiarity with word processing, databases, spreadsheets, PowerPoint and typing, update of intranet pages. Willingness to learn new programmes according to new technologies (wiki spaces, blogs etc.).
Ability to conduct research, including library, internet and other research; ability to extract relevant/requested information and provide concise summaries.
Ability to be process information in a systematic way so that it can be made available to the team and retrieved easily.
Fluent level of written and spoken English;
Good inter-personal and communication skills;
Ability to multi-task;
Ability to work independently;
Background through study, work or other experience in a relevant area, such as law, international relations, political science or social sciences;
Attention to detail;
Willingness to learn.

DESIRABLE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Interest in Southeast Asia preferably an interest in Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Brunei;
Some knowledge of campaigning organisations and AI’s work;
Experience of working in a team;
Administrative experience, including manual and electronic filing; and
Commitment to human rights.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY

Equal opportunities policy

Applying for this vacancy:

Africa Programme - Central Africa Team

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 14:19:13 +0100

Programme: Africa Programme
Team: Central Africa (Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Congo, Chad, Democratic Republic of Congo, Gabon, Rwanda, and the Comoros)
Allowance: Travel and lunch expenses
Duration: Preferably a minimum of 3 months
Hours/Days per week: Up to 5 days per week
Location: Clerkenwell, Central London
Languages required: Fluent English, fluent French
Closing date: 14 September 2008
Ref. no: VOLAFR/08/10

Role profile and competencies:

The Central Africa team is currently recruiting a volunteer to start immediately, so if you are interested in working for our team, we would like to hear from you as soon as possible. We are looking for a volunteer for up to 5 days per week for a minimum period of 3 months.

The Central Africa team is responsible for AI’s research and campaigning on Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Congo, Chad, Democratic Republic of Congo, Gabon, Rwanda, and the Comoros.

Volunteering in one of the worlds leading human rights organisations can provide valuable work experience. However, please note that volunteering does not lead directly to employment with Amnesty International (AI). Voluntary work is unpaid, although travel and lunch expenses are provided.

The work is supervised but the volunteer is expected to be able to work independently, use their initiative and manage their own workload. Willingness to undertake routine administrative work is crucial. Projects may be devised by the team in collaboration with the volunteer which will aim to assist the team in fulfilling its strategic objectives, whilst making the best use of the volunteer's own skills, interests and experience.

TASK LIST

Press monitoring of different newspapers and magazines (both paper and electronic), and electronic filing of relevant articles.
Ad hoc research on specific issues in coordination with the team – finding relevant information, drafting summaries or briefing notes
Carrying administrative tasks, such as updating mailing lists, answering emails, answering phone calls and directing the information to the appropriate member of staff.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Excellent IT skills, including strong working knowledge of MS Office and internet packages, and of databases such as Excel and Access
Fluent written and spoken English
Fluent written and spoken French
Ability to produce written material in a clear and coherent manner
Administrative experience, including manual and electronic filing
Excellent inter-personal and communication skills
Ability to multi-task and work independently
Experience in conducting research
Interest in the Central Africa region
Interest in and knowledge of the work of Amnesty International

CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY

The effectiveness of Amnesty International's work is dependant largely on the accuracy of our information and the impartial and objective manner in which we report on and campaign against human rights abuses and violations. To this end and to ensure our credibility, it is crucial that we are also perceived by others as being impartial and objective. For most people applying for work within Amnesty International there is no conflict of interest. However, if you do think there may be a conflict of interest (perceived or otherwise) in your case then please tell us in your application form of any issues you think may be relevant. These could, for example, include activities or membership/affiliation with organizations in conflict with the aims and objectives of Amnesty International. This information will then be considered and we may wish to discuss this with you in greater detail.

Equal opportunities policy

Applying for this vacancy:

The application form is available in Word and PDF formats.

Please return your application form preferably by email to: volunteering@amnesty.org
In the subject line write 'volunteer position' and the relevant reference number.

Alternatively, print the application form off and post or fax it to:

The Volunteering Development Coordinator
Human Resources Programme
Amnesty International
1 Easton Street
London
WC1X 0DW

Fax number: +44 (0)20 7413 5822

Please note that due to the high numbers of applications we regret that we are unable to answer individual queries in relation to volunteering posts or on the progress of individual applications. Please assume that if you have not been contacted within 6 weeks after the closing date your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Visas will be arranged for successful candidates after appointment only.

Middle East and North Africa Programme - East Mediterranean Team

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 17:00:29 +0100

Programme: MENA
Team: East Mediterranean
Duration: 3 months
Hours/Days per week: 2 days
Location: International Secretariat
Languages required: Good level of written and spoken English ; Fluent Arabic

Brief description of the team:

Volunteers will work as part of the East Mediterranean Team in the Middle East & North Africa Regional Programme. The programme is divided into four sub-regional teams. The East Mediterranean Team is one of these sub-regional teams. The team is responsible for Amnesty International's (AI) research and action on Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories, the Palestinian Authority and Lebanon, Syria and Jordan.

Role profile of the volunteer/intern:

The volunteer will be supervised within the team by the Research and Campaign Assistant (RCA). The other members of the team are two researchers and two campaigners. The volunteer may be asked from time to time to do work for these members of the team.

The volunteer’s main contact within the International Secretariat (IS) is the Volunteers' Development Coordinator in the Human Resources Programme (HRP).

Volunteers on the team generally work 2 - 5 days for a minimum of 3 months, although sometimes this period may be shorter or longer depending on the nature of the projects you have been assigned and your own requirements.

Much of the work done by volunteers within the team is administrative, particularly at the start. Depending on individual skills, understanding of AI and human rights, other work may be offered to the volunteer on the discretion of the team. The volunteer will be given appropriate training to enable them to complete the tasks assigned to them.

Voluntary work in one of the world’s leading human rights organizations can provide valuable experience and you will receive work references. However, please note that volunteering does not lead directly to employment with Amnesty International.

Voluntary work is unpaid, although travel and lunch expenses are provided. We are able to offer only very limited advice in terms of finding accommodation or employment in London. Volunteers are responsible for arranging their own UK visa/work permit before arriving in the UK. AI can provide a supporting letter on request.

The work is supervised, but the volunteer is expected to be able to work independently, use their initiative and manage their own workload. Willingness to undertake routine administrative work is crucial. Projects may be devised by the team in collaboration with the volunteer which will aim to assist the team in fulfilling its strategic objectives, whilst making the best use of the volunteer’s own skills, interests and experience.

Task List

* Monitoring of Internet-based newspapers and newswires (English and Arabic-language) and electronic filing of relevant articles on the team databases.

* Translation of relevant news articles/other documents as needed by the team.

* Assisting with research: as appropriate the volunteer may carry out routine/office based secondary research under supervision of the team (looking up/maintaining statistics, doing Internet searches).

* Filing, photocopying and mailing.

Essential skills and experience

* Good working knowledge of computers; familiarity with word processing, databases and typing

* Good level of written and spoken English

* Fluent Arabic

* Good inter-personal and communication skills

* Ability to multi-task and work independently

* Willingness to undertake office work like photocopying, filing and archiving

* Background through study, work or other experience in a relevant area, such as Middle East Studies, law, international relations, political science, social sciences

Desirable Skills and experience

* Interest in the region

* Some knowledge of campaigning organizations and AI's work

* Experience in conducting research, including library, internet and other research

* Experience of working in a team

* Administrative experience, including manual and electronic filing

* Press monitoring