Human Rights Consultant

The Gist:

Support human rights advocacy, research, and legal work at Cambodia’s leading independent NGO. Ideal for someone passionate about protecting civil and political rights in a constrained environment.

What You’d Be Doing:

• Research human rights issues and draft advocacy outputs (reports, press releases, legal briefs, UN submissions)
• Advise project coordinators on implementation and help design campaigning strategies
• Write grant proposals, donor reports, and internal training materials
• Manage international interns and volunteer professionals

What They’re Looking For:

• Education: Master’s degree in international relations, political science, human rights, development, or law; or equivalent professional/legal qualification.
• Experience: At least 2 years working in human rights research, advocacy, campaigning, public interest law, international law, or development.
• Standout Qualifications: Preferred: NGO experience, grant-writing background, prior work in Cambodia/Southeast Asia, experience in restricted civic spaces, or Khmer-language skills.

Good Fit If:

You’re self-motivated, politically savvy, and genuinely committed to human rights and social justice. You thrive with tight deadlines, handle stress calmly, and bring creative problem-solving to advocacy work.

Deadline: May 18, 2029