Current Employment Opportunities at the Amnesty International Nigeria

Amnesty International is a global movement with the aim to end human rights abuses. Independent, international, and influential; we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they’re denied. Amnesty International Nigeria is a national entity that is part of the global and we campaign for meaningful human rights change to build a culture of respect for human rights in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Research and Campaigns Assistant – AI Nigeria

Job ID: 3630
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Duration: 2 years
Type: Fixed Term Contract
Directorate: Research, Advocacy and Policy
No of weekly working hours: 40

About the Role

• The Research and Campaigns Assistant will assist the Programmes Manager – Amnesty International Nigeria in the development and implementation of research and campaigning strategies in the Nigeria team, including by monitoring developments, participating in carrying out research and investigations; writing reports, briefings, analyses, press releases, and advocacy materials.

About You

• The suitable candidate must have the ability to exercise high standards of servicing to a range of stakeholders (internal to the National Office and the Amnesty movement, media, governments, NGOs and beneficiaries of Amnesty International’s work, amongst others).
• Must understand the work of the Programmes Manager – Amnesty International Nigeria to enable her/him to offer Research and Campaigns support to Amnesty International Nigeria staff.

Main Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain a broad overview of relevant political and human rights developments;
• Assist with research and investigations on the human rights situation in Nigeria or thematic areas;
• Participate in the planning, organization, and coordination of field research and other relevant AI missions and travel and campaign activities; including interviewing, taking notes, writing reports and briefings, preparing budgets, providing logistical support and solving problems;
• Support the development and maintenance of effective contacts, networks and partners;
• Assist the Nigeria teams’ research, campaigning, communication and growth activities by gathering and managing human rights-related information, by liaising with national and local contacts, media monitoring, internet searches and manual and electronic filing in relevant databases;
• Assist in planning, management and administrative meetings, seminars and workshops;
• Assist with processing incoming inquiries, petitions and follow-up with correspondence.;
• Manage files, records and other information retrieval systems where necessary within the organization’s self-servicing guidelines;
• Contribute to the development of programme-wide strategies and plans for research, campaigning, youth activism and growth and provide input into internal discussions on the AI mission, policy and organizational issues in order to increase the effectiveness of AI’s work;
• Contribute to the team’s response during a crisis or unexpected work;
• Interview, assist with the selection of, induct, and supervise volunteers working in the team.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Law or related disciplines;
• At least 3 years’ work experience;
• Demonstrated commitment to human rights, e.g. through previous work, membership of an organization, involvement in advocacy of human rights, etc;
• Experience in the non-profit/NGO sector, campaigning, is desirable;
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to draft and proof-read research, communication and campaign materials tailored to the appropriate audience including through digital channels;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; other relevant local languages or additional foreign languages desirable;
• Ability to work under pressure, manage conflicting demands, multitask and work to deadlines to achieve results;
• Ability to deal in a sensitive and understanding manner with a variety of people, including survivors of human rights violations and others who may be distressed;
• Able to work in a manner that is consistent with the organisation’s core behaviours and competencies.

Salary
N1,000,000 Naira – Salary is negotiable upon recruitment.

Application Closing Date
16th February, 2023.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Digital and Communications Assistant – AI Nigeria

Job ID: 3635
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Type: Fixed Term – Contract
Directorate: Public Engagement & Growth
Duration:  2 Years
No of weekly working hours: 40

About the Role

• The Digital and Communications Assistant will work with the Amnesty International Nigeria Media Manager to support the development and implementation of communication strategies, media plans, social media and digital engagements by shaping and developing the brand and profile of Amnesty International Nigeria while engaging with a variety of audiences and stakeholders.

Main Responsibilities

• Work with the media manager to develop and implement media plans and activities.
• Provide support to media aspect of campaigns and human rights projects including creating calendar for the implementation of media actions and commemorative dates.
• Contribute to the human rights messaging and communications plans of the organisation, enhancing the online presence and overall image and awareness in order to advance organisation’s goals and mission.
• Integrate gender and youth perspectives in AI’s communication and media outputs.
• Manage and generate content for social media platforms e.g., Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram
• Support the team with developing, storing and curating photographs, audio-visual materials including videos, podcasts for reports, media engagement, storytelling, external communications and branding.
• Assist with the analysis and collection of analytical data for websites and social media to provide analytical insights to trends, audience behaviour in order to increase engagement and drive growth.
• Prepare and design newsletters and ensure content are checked by respective teams and that they meet the organizational standards.
• Provide website assistance: routinely updating website content and photos.
• Other communications support as needed, including administrative assistance.

Requirements

• A Degree or Higher National Diploma in a relevant discipline e.g. Mass Communication, IT, Arts, Social Sciences or equivalent professional qualification and experience
• At least 2 years’ experience working in similar role;
• Strong commitment to and knowledge of human rights;
• Good familiarity with monitoring and developing social media content (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram etc);
• Good working knowledge of standard Office software e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook;
• Experience working with websites, WordPress is desirable;
• Experience working with graphic design tools and software e.g. Canva, Photoshop, is an advantage;
• Experience developing material for a variety of audiences, together with an understanding of the importance of tailoring materials for various target audiences including through digital channels;

About You

• The suitable candidate must have the ability to exercise high standards of servicing to a range of stakeholders (internal to the National Office and the Amnesty movement, media, governments, NGOs and beneficiaries of Amnesty International’s work, amongst others).
• Must understand the work of the Media Manager to enable her/him to offer media support to the Amnesty International Nigeria office and to stakeholders.

Salary
N1,000,000 Naira – Salary is negotiable upon recruitment

Application Closing Date
16th February, 2023.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Click here for more information (PDF)

Note

• Please note that this role is based in Nigeria.
• Only those legally authorized to work in Nigeria are advised to apply for this job.
• There will be a 6-month probation period for the postholder.