Assistant, Youth Advocacy - Student Taskforce - Remote

Overview

The Youth Advocacy Assistant position at Human Rights Watch's Student Task Force is a part-time role aimed at providing advocacy assistance, empowering high school students to advocate for children's human rights.

In Short

• Part-time position (16 or 27 hours per week).
• Based in Los Angeles, with some remote work flexibility.
• Support advocacy activities for human rights action plans.
• Administrative support for creating advocacy materials.
• Liaise with student leaders and monitor STF chapter activities.
• Assist in implementing strategies for effective activism.
• Prepare and distribute communications for STF chapters.
• Requires strong organizational and communication skills.
• Education or experience in a related field preferred.
• Commitment to human rights values is essential.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Minimum one year of relevant work experience preferred.
• Experience working with students is required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Prior office experience and attention to detail required.
• Computer skills including MS Office required.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Passion for human rights work.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours.
• Opportunity to work on human rights advocacy.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Gain experience in a non-profit organization.
• Work in a diverse and inclusive environment.