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HRI is recruiting for the 2024-2026 Dash-Muse Teaching Fellow!

Deadline: February 25, 2024

The Georgetown Law Human Rights Institute (HRI) is seeking a legal teaching fellow for a two-year appointment beginning in July 2024. The position is designed for a Georgetown Law J.D. or LL.M. graduate with human rights experience, an interest in teaching, and a commitment to a career in human rights.

The Dash-Muse Teaching Fellow will work closely with HRI faculty to develop, teach, and supervise students in the year-long Human Rights Advocacy in Action Practicum. Practicum projects are co-designed with human rights NGOs and seek to advance human rights at the domestic or international level. The fellow, faculty, and students travel during Week One in January to conduct in-country fact-finding or other fieldwork.

The fellow will also collaborate with HRI leadership on Institute programs and events, including by: developing the 1L Human Rights Associates Program; providing academic and career advice to students interested in human rights; organizing human rights conferences and events; supporting the campus human rights community; engaging with the Institute’s human rights alumni network; maintaining strong ties to human rights practitioners; and supporting the Institute’s efforts to create human rights fellowship opportunities for graduating students. Additional responsibilities may be determined based on the fellow’s specific background and interests, as well as the Institute’s needs.

This fellowship is open to Georgetown Law graduates (J.D. and LL.M.) with at least two years of experience, preferably in human rights or international law. The annual salary is $70,000 for the first year and $75,000 for the second year; the fellow will also receive full LL.M. tuition and fees as well as health and dental benefits. In addition to the responsibilities described above, during his/her first year, the fellow pursues a program of graduate study through a seminar course on clinical pedagogy, taught by the Georgetown clinical faculty. The fellow may also audit regular law school courses. Upon successful completion of the fellowship, the fellow is awarded an LL.M. degree in Advocacy. For more information on fellowship benefits, please visit: https://www.law.georgetown.edu/experiential-learning/clinics/clinical-teaching-fellowships/fellowship-applications/.

Dartmouth believes that a 21st century liberal arts education integrates respect for, and understanding of, the unique and essential benefits of living, learning, and engaging in an inclusive global community. The Native American Program (NAP) supports the well-being and success of Indigenous students at Dartmouth. The NAP’s core work includes: advising and engagement, leadership and community development; education and training; and, advocacy.

Under the direct supervision of the Director of the Native American Program (NAP), the Assistant Director works collaboratively with departments and on committees to provide anchors of support to Native and Indigenous students. This is accomplished through the primary responsibilities: 1) Student Group Advising 2) Orientation Program Management 3) Professional Development 4) Advocacy, Consultation, and Intentional Collaboration, and 5) Assessment and Administration.

The Assistant Director provides event support to the Program Coordinator of Community and Leadership Development.

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• 100% remote, U.S. based team
• Firmwide in-person engagements a few times a year
• Telework subsidy
• Professional development stipend
• 20 PTO days, 11 holidays and biannual firmwide shutdown weeks
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401(k) match
• Sales bonus eligibility

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Education First is seeking an early career professional to join the consulting team as an Associate. Associates lead research efforts and manage select workstreams on projects to deliver outstanding work to our clients. Associates present complex ideas to internal and external stakeholders and often serve as experts on various topics that contribute to the development and execution of client-facing deliverables. Associates join one of our three operational teams aligned to our Focus Areas – Engaged Students, Outstanding Educators or Effective Organizations & Investments.

Education First is seeking an early career professional to join the consulting team as an Associate. Associates lead research efforts and manage select workstreams on projects to deliver outstanding work to our clients. Associates present complex ideas to internal and external stakeholders and often serve as experts on various topics that contribute to the development and execution of client-facing deliverables. Associates join one of our three operational teams aligned to our Focus Areas – Engaged Students, Outstanding Educators or Effective Organizations & Investments.

• 100% remote, U.S. based team
• Firmwide in-person engagements a few times a year
• Telework subsidy
• Professional development stipend
• 20 PTO days, 11 holidays and biannual firmwide shutdown weeks
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401(k) match
• Sales bonus eligibility

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The Human Rights Program in the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities invites applications for the position of Administrative Associate 2 (Job Code 8208A2). This position has the working title Assistant Director and functions as Program Coordinator. This is a 100%-time, 12-month, one year temporary position, subject to the University’s Civil Service Employment rules. This position may be extended contingent upon availability of funding and satisfactory performance.

With the Director charting the intellectual agenda of the Program, the Assistant Director ensures the implementation and success of programs and activities. The Assistant Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Program, including financial administration, communications, program and event management, and curricular support. The Human Rights program is affiliated with the Institute for Global Studies (IGS) and the West Bank Administrative Hub in the College of Liberal Arts. The Assistant Director contributes to the leadership and operations of IGS in areas of expertise and need. This position offers an opportunity to work with flexibility and allows for a partially remote work arrangement. Salary range is $50-65K, depending on qualifications and experience.

Priority application deadline is December 4, 2023. Apply online via the University of Minnesota Employment System; reference job opening ID 358550. 

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Application Deadline: 24 November 2023

The UN Advocacy Division of Human Rights Watch (HRW) is seeking interns for its Geneva office. Ideally, Interns will be available mid February 2024 through early May 2024.

Responsibilities:

The internship will focus on the activities of the UN advocacy team before, during, and after the 55^th session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC), as well as relevant developments at the UN General Assembly, UN Security Council, various Treaty Body reviews and other meetings. The interns will be active members of HRW’s UN Advocacy Division and will work closely with other staff members. The internship will involve: 

• Attending UN Human Rights Council sessions, negotiations of draft resolutions, and other UN meetings and taking notes to enhance understanding of the material and brief the UN Advocacy team on developments;
• Researching human rights issues relevant to the UN human rights mechanisms in Geneva; 
• Drafting correspondence and advocacy materials related to the UN Human Rights Council and HRW advocacy goals;   
• Supporting the organization of advocacy meetings and side-events at the UN Human Rights Council;
• Tracking key UN policy debates and official statements within UN New York forums as needed; and
• Contributing to some administrative tasks related to HRW’s advocacy activities.

Students will also have opportunities to attend lectures, trainings, professional development workshops, special events relating to human rights, as well as network with other HRW interns, volunteers, and employees. As an HRW intern, students will take skills acquired in school and apply them in a professional setting.

Qualifications: Applicants enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate-level academic program for the duration of the internship are highly preferred. In some circumstances, applicants can be recent graduates of their first degree (such as a Bachelor’s) who will be pursuing an advanced degree (such as Master’s or law degree). Strong proven oral and written command of English is essential and knowledge of French is desirable. Computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, and internet) are required. Applicants should be well-organized, self-motivated, and reliable with a demonstrated commitment to human rights and/or international issues. The ideal candidate should be a disciplined self-starter and a strong team player. Knowledge of the UN system is highly preferred.

Applicants who are offered an internship must possess valid work authorization in Switzerland for the duration of the internship.

Compensation: Interns will receive a gross monthly stipend of CHF 1,550 per month, which will be pro-rated based on the number of hours worked, to help offset living expenses in accordance with HRW policy and the intern. Students are often able to arrange academic credit, as HRW internships may offer direct exposure to the workings of an international human rights organization, close supervision by the HRW staff, and interaction with other international organizations and foreign and domestic government officials. Students should check with their individual academic institutions for requirements. 

How to Apply: Please apply immediately by visiting our online job portal at: https://careers.hrw.org and attaching a CV/resume, letter of interest/cover letter, and brief writing sample.

No calls or email inquiries, please. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Due to the large number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted further.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application submission, please email internships@hrw.org. Due to the large response, application submissions via email will not be accepted and inquiries regarding the status of applications will go unanswered.

Human Rights Watch is strong because it is diverse. We do not discriminate in hiring practices and actively seek a diverse applicant pool. We encourage candidates of all abilities, ages, gender identities and expressions, national origins, races and ethnicities, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with criminal records to apply. We welcome all kinds of diversity. Our employees include people who are parents and nonparents, the self-taught and university educated, and from a wide span of socio-economic backgrounds and perspectives on the world. Human Rights Watch is an equal opportunity employer.

Human Rights Watch is an international human rights monitoring and advocacy organization known for its in-depth investigations, its incisive and timely reporting, its innovative and high-profile advocacy campaigns, and its success in changing the human rights-related policies and practices of influential governments and international institutions.

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The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. We work in crises across more than 31 countries, providing emergencies and long-term assistance to millions of people every year. We stand up for people forced to flee, advocating their rights. NORCAP, our global provider of expertise, helps improve international and local ability to prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover from crises. NRC also runs the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre in Geneva, a global leader in reporting on and advocating for people displaced within their own country.

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Does your interest lie in making a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals? Do you have strong implementation oversight experience as well as an enthusiastic and proactive approach to building a program portfolio? Do you have experience in developing, leading and supporting Protection from Violence (PfV) programming?  We’re seeking a strong and proactive Protection from Violence Programme Development Manager to lead our programming in Gaza and the West Bank. 

What we are looking for:

A highly qualified, experienced and proactive Protection from Violence professional to provide support to our teams in Gaza and the West Bank. The successful candidate will develop, lead and support the Protection from Violence (PfV) programming for Palestine (Gaza and the West Bank) which includes fundraising and providing strategic direction and management to the protection team.

What you will do:

1. Implement the ongoing start-up of new NRC integrated protection case management, protection monitoring and Individual Protection Assistance approaches through the Gaza Protection Consortium and West Bank dedicated projects.
2. Play a core role in the GPC Consortium Management Unit, providing technical input to inform current and future program design in the area of responsibility. 
3. Conduct regular needs and feasibility assessments to develop program strategy for East Jerusalem/West Bank Protection initiative, including alignment with West Bank Protection Consortium strategic roadmaps.
4. Develop and pursue a Funding Strategy, including lead program development/proposal writing processes, to increase scope of program portfolio and diversify donor funding base.
5. Lead external coordination engagement with cluster mechanisms and other humanitarian actors, both in West Bank and Gaza
6. Oversee project management cycle approach to ensure effective implementation (on time, on track, on budget) of secured funding streams while ensuring contractual donor compliance. 
7. Collaborate with Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning MEL unit to ensure quality control of activities, conduct lessons learned, and complete outcome monitoring analysis.
8. Support start-up (contracting, kick-off, work planning) and ongoing implementation oversight of new local protection from violence partnerships (such as the Gaza Protection Consortium, and in West Bank)
9. Contribute to Protection from Violence Core Competency Regional/Global strategy, tools, guidelines and policy and research studies on relevant thematic topics.
10. Support the Head of Programmes in the coordination for the ongoing delivery of ‘Safe and Inclusive Programming’ Action Plan targets, as they relate to the PfV Core Competency (CC).
11. Provide PfV specific support and input to the recruitment process for PfV project staff.
12. Provide technical direction, guidance and project implementation support.  

Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position. 

What you will bring:

• Degree in International Relations, or Social Sciences (Master’s degree would be an added advantage). 
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a senior level project implementation role in a humanitarian/recovery context, managerial experience with a focus on strategy and programme development desirable
• Experience from working in complex political contexts, experience of working in Palestine desirable.  
• Technical expertise in violence prevention and response, in particular case management, cash for protection, civilian self-protection, and participatory protection approaches 
• Ability to work effectively in a matrix hierarchical structure with various internal interlocutors and communication lines.
• Knowledge and skills in market analysis, cash-based interventions, and market-based programmes
• Experience with new programming start-up and expansion desirable
• Good understanding of key technical standards (SPHERE, HAP, IASC, safe and inclusive programming, gender mainstreaming, IHL, humanitarian principles etc.) with the ability to integrate into programming.
• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile with documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal. Knowledge of Hebrew or Arabic desirable

What we offer:

• Duty station: Gaza, Palestine
• Contract: 12 months (Renewal is subject to performance and funds availability)
• Travel: Minimum of 30% time in Gaza (to NRC operational areas)
• Salary/benefits: grade 9 on NRC’s salary scale, with accompanying terms and conditions
• NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
• We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.

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Important information about the application process

• Internal candidates only: To apply as an internal candidate, log in with your official email or click on Opportunity MarketPlace.
• When creating your profile, include your full name as given on your passport. Complete all the system-required fields for experience, employment history and education.
• Submit your application and CV in English, taking care to attach your latest CV.
• Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered. Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.
• We receive many applications for each vacant position and so only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• We invite applications from all qualified and interested candidates. Send in your application by latest November 16, 2023.
• If you have any questions about this role, please email mero.recruitment@nrc.no with the job title as the subject line.

Woven Teaching is looking for experienced teachers and/or curriculum developers to help us improve our teaching materials. Our focus is creating lessons for high school history or social studies students.

Consultant will review and evaluate existing lesson plans and provide feedback about clarity of objectives, pedagogical soundness, sensitivity to issues of identity and culture and relevance and interest to teachers and students.

This is a short-term contract position for approximately 20 hours beginning ASAP and completed by the beginning of September 2023. Tasks can be done remotely and can mostly be completed asynchronously. Compensation is $100/hour. 

Qualifications:

•     Teaching and/or curriculum development experience and expertise
•     Commitment to student-centered learning
•     Commitment to social justice and creating a more inclusive culture
•     Background in anti-racist, anti-bias, or human rights education
•     Knowledge of CA standards a plus

If you are interested, please send a resume or short note listing interest, availability, and qualifications to nina@wovenfoundation.org. 

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so interested applicants are encouraged to apply ASAP.

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The Feminist Majority Foundation (FMF) seeks a full-time Chapter Development Associate for the GLI program based in the Los Angeles office. The Chapter Development Associate will guide the development and progress of more than 215 middle and high school-based Chapters in six regional areas, across 28 U.S. states and 13 countries.

GLI educates and energizes middle and high school students to boldly take action for human rights, gender equity and access to education. Together with student leaders, including the Student Advisory Board, GLI is building a movement of informed advocates and a new generation of leaders and activists for social change. The GLI program provides a student club framework and educational materials for students to learn about human rights, with a focus on the obstacles that girls and gender expansive youth face in realizing their full rights, both in the U.S. and globally. GLI teaches leadership skills, and provides opportunities for students to connect with a network of student advocates and leaders locally, nationally and globally. Learn more: www.girlslearn.org.

Main Responsibilities – The majority of the Chapter Development Associate’s time will be spent providing support and direction to GLI high school and middle school Chapters in GLI’s six regional areas. These responsibilities include:

• Together with the Program Director, plan, conduct and recruit attendees for GLI’s Fall and Spring Trainings.
• Facilitate Regional Meetings and manage the Student Advisory Board Officer Meetings for each regional area.
  • Set the agenda for Regional Meetings, held regularly during the school year.
  • Recruit guest speakers for the Regional Meetings on relevant & timely topics.
  • Send reminders for meetings and follow-up to ensure good attendance.
  • Hold Student Advisory Board elections and build the leadership capacity of the student board officers. Work with members to plan 1-2 Student Advisory Board events or campaigns for the year (these are student run, with support/facilitation provided by Chapter Development Associate).
• Maintain contact records on EveryAction CRM with relevant information for all Chapter contacts, including student leaders, faculty advisors, and parents.
• Maintain Chapter Status files to track all activities for each Chapter.
• Communicate with the Chapter student leaders and/or faculty advisor at least once a month (at Regional Meetings or otherwise), and provide support/problem solving to keep Chapter on track.
• Write and send the monthly email newsletter to all GLI students and faculty advisors.
• Process new applications and manage the onboarding process for each new Chapter.
• Manage GLI’s social media presence (Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and LinkedIn).
• Create graphics on programs like Canva for social media, newsletters, and GLI website.
• Recruit and train a team of student writers to be contributors to GLI’s blog The Feminist Focus, edit and publish blog posts.

Additional Responsibilities

• Work with the Program Director on the yearly evaluation and revision of GLI program materials including the online Guidebook.
• Work with the Program Director and the GLI at the UN Consultant to support the GLI delegation to the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women.
• Work with the Program Director to support student participants in GLI’s Summer Activist Training Camp.
• Interact and collaborate with the Feminist Campus program and other Feminist Majority Foundation programs.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to work some weekend and evening hours (to accommodate for student schedules/ organization wide events).
• Ability to travel occasionally within the US.
• Very strong organizational skills and attention to detail are a must.
• Strong writing and public speaking skills.
• Strong ability to work independently and work as part of a team.
• Knowledge and experience working on feminist and human rights issues.
• Experience and/or interest in working with young people.
• Project management experience using Asana or similar program a plus.
• Proficiency in CRMs/email management technology a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time non-exempt position. The salary range for this position is $45,000 – $55,000 annually commensurate with skills and experience. Benefits include generous health and dental plans, two weeks of paid vacation plus paid time off between December 24th and January 1st of each year.

How to Apply

Please email a pdf cover letter, resume, and writing sample with Chapter Development Associate in the subject line to Ashley Steimer-King, asteimerking@feminist.org no later than October 2, 2022. No phone calls please. We will contact candidates that we would like to interview.

The University of Minnesota’s Human Rights Program seeks a collaborative and visionary leader and teacher, grounded in human rights experience to be its Executive Director.  Based in a major metropolitan center area that is home to worldwide leaders in human rights work, including the Center for Victims of Torture, The Advocates for Human Rights, and Alight, the University of Minnesota is home to a rich community of human rights faculty, students, centers and programs.Since 2001, the Human Rights Program has served as the University’s energetic hub for creative and interdisciplinary research, teaching, and outreach in the field of human rights.The Program’s three-fold mission is to:advance human rights scholarship through support for research and publications;educate the next generation of human rights scholars and professionals; andengage with serious human right issues through timely projects, public programs and internships places it at the forefront of educating emerging human rights leaders.The Executive Director (ED) will support and enhance the academic, professional, and community mission of the Human Rights Program, working collaboratively in a multi- and interdisciplinary environment to build programs that advance human rights through engaged research.For more information about this position and how to apply, please visit:https://jobsearch.cla.umn.edu/350407  Application review begins September 20, 2022. Position is open until filled.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Rethinking Schools is a nonprofit publisher and advocacy organization that for 36 years has been dedicated to sustaining and strengthening public education through social justice teaching and education activism. Our magazine, books, and other resources promote equity and racial, gender, environmental, and sexual justice in the classroom and society. We encourage grassroots efforts in our schools and communities to enhance the learning and well-being of our children, and to build broad democratic movements for social and environmental justice.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Board of Directors, and in collaboration with the staff and editors, the Executive Director will have overall strategic and operational responsibility for Rethinking Schools’ staff, programs, resource generation, and pursuit of its mission.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Organizational Leadership and Management:

• Ensure ongoing mission-centric excellence in programs and operations.
• Lead stakeholder engaged, democratic strategic planning and direction. Streamline and clarify decision-making and management of the organization.
• Lead implementation of organizational priorities, and evaluate work against established goals. 
• Supervise staff in a manner consistent with Rethinking Schools’ values of democracy, collaboration, and learning from each other. 
• Support collective bargaining with Rethinking Schools’ staff who are represented by Communications Workers of America (CWA) Local 4603.
• Work closely with the Rethinking Schools editorial staff and board to develop strategic plans around Rethinking Schools’ educational resources, books, and magazine.
• Support Rethinking Schools’ relationships with key supporters and partners. Communicate and move forward Rethinking Schools’ mission and vision with the education justice movement at large.
• Develop, maintain, and support a strong Board of Directors, with an emphasis on developing capacity in governance, strategic analysis, program planning, and budgeting consistent with organizational bylaws.
• Work with the staff, board, and editors to expand existing and develop new engagement tools with classroom teachers and the wider Rethinking Schools community. 
• Represent Rethinking Schools to the broader public as needed.

Fundraising, business development, and financial management:

• In coordination with the Director of Operations and Board of Directors, develop and steward RS’s budget and a strategic business plan.
• Alongside the board, staff, and editors, develop, oversee, and execute fundraising strategies from individual donors and foundations.
• Hold or oversee key relationships with largest donors and foundations.
• Expand the financial viability of RS’s operational units through sound fiscal management.

Position open until filled.

For candidate profile and more information about this position, please visit this page.