Amnesty International: Regional Director

Amnesty International Vacancies

The mobile revolution. Geopolitical power shifts. A radically altered global economy. The world is changing, and so is the way that people campaign for their rights. To remain effective, Amnesty International’s (AI) International Secretariat needs to adapt to that change. That’s why we’re opening a hub in Johannesburg. And why we need you to lead it.

ABOUT THE ROLE
Our Southern African hub will work to ensure equality, democracy and fair and just societies throughout a vast and diverse region. As Regional Director in Johannesburg, you will develop and adapt our global strategies within the Southern African context. You’ll lead your multifunctional team to develop and deliver effective research, campaigns, communications, growth, fundraising and relationship plans. So you’ll need to create a culture of collaboration and integration as you establish the hub, support your staff and take accountability for managing resources. At the same time, you’ll be guaranteeing that your team comply with all the relevant legislation, policies and practices whilst adhering to AI’s standards of independence, impartiality and credibility.

ABOUT YOU
A politically astute, inspirational and resilient leader, you’ll bring us expert knowledge and experience of human rights in addition to a well-developed understanding of the international human rights framework. The sound knowledge of Southern African political and social contexts that comes from living and working in the region is also essential. As is a leadership background within a similarly complex organisation. You’ll be a strategic thinker who can create plans, manage staff, allocate resources and maintain a strong network of government, NGO and media contacts. So you’ll have the communication, presentation and advocacy skills needed to represent AI to a variety of audiences, along with the credibility to influence them and effect positive change.

ABOUT US
Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, freedom and truth wherever they’re denied. Already our network of over three million members and supporters is making a difference in 150 countries. 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.

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