Vacancies: Campaign Assistant: Picketer

Brixton Blog - Big Smoke; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent human rights organization is seeking two advocates to picket the UAE Embassy in London. This role involves distributing leaflets and raising awareness about human rights abuses in the UAE. Ideal for students or recent graduates, this position offers a chance to engage with advocacy in a public environment. Commitment is required for 4 hours a day, 4 days a week. Inquiries can be made via email with a CV and covering letter.

Qualifications

• Suitable for students or fresh graduates interested in advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Picket the UAE Embassy distributing leaflets.
• Explain current human rights abuses in the UAE.
• Work closely with the campaign manager on strategy.

Job description

Overview

Working For:Emirates Centre for Human Rights

Responsibilities

• We require two people to picket the UAE Embassy in South Kensington for 4 hours per day, 4 days per week – hours to be discussed but to take place within the hours of 9am & 5pm.
• The role will involve standing outside the Embassy, handing out leaflets to members of the public and explaining the current abuses taking place in the UAE.
• A day spent with the campaign manager will outline the current issues and arrests taking place in the UAE.This will form part of our campaign strategy, with opportunities to be involved with our work in the media and parliament also on offer.
• Ideal for a student or fresh graduate looking to be involved in advocacy.The picketing has been cleared with the Metropolitan Police and would simply require someone who enjoys being outdoors!

Details

Closing Date:18 May 2012

Job Contact:

[e-mail] to apply or for further information.Please send a covering letter and CV outlining your interest in our work.