Human Rights Advocate
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Job Overview 

We are looking for reliable and empathetic individual to work as Human Rights Advocate with us. You should be able to obtain data on human rights and present your discussion with valid points. Besides, you should be able to meet with the victims and interview them to understand their case. 

You should be able to coordinate with legal experts managing various human rights cases. In addition to this, you should be able to conduct and participate in night vigils and protest marches. Your ability to make sound judgement and strong work ethics is advantageous. Furthermore, you should be able to maintain the confidentiality of any sensitive information. 

As a Human Rights Advocate, you should have relevant work experience and complete knowledge of human rights legislation. Moreover, you should be able to handle people and victims from varied socioeconomic backgrounds. You should have a keen eye for detail and a listening ear. Also, you should be able to perform in a team as well as independently. 

If you can help our clients with their human rights concerns, then do get in touch with us. We would like to have a word with you.  

Responsibilities 

• Researching trends, topics and following discussions on human rights 

• Examining and collecting data on human rights violations 

• Promoting human rights knowledge among masses 

• Meeting the victims and reviewing human rights cases 

• Helping clients conduct protests and vigils and participating in the same 

• Posting comments in human rights discussions and monitoring its responses 

• Coordinating with legal experts in reviewing cases and interviewing victims 

• Communicating with perpetrators and discouraging them from involving in any wrongdoings 

Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Political Science, International Relations, or a related field 

• Proven work experience as a Human Rights Advocate or a similar position in a reputed legal firm or NGO 

• Complete knowledge of human rights legislation 

• Excellent researching skills 

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills 

• Strong work ethics 

• Reliable and empathetic individual 

• Good communication and interpersonal skills 

• Ability to work at flexible hours and on weekends 

• A team player and ability to work collaboratively 

• Highly motivated individual 

• Ability to offer excellent customer service