Intern- Gender, Sexuality, and Intersectional Justice
| Location | Nairobi, Kenya |
| Date Posted | March 25, 2023 |
| Job Type |
Full-time
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| Currency | KES |
Description
Amnesty Kenya was founded in 2002 and operates with specific goals and objectives for improving lives and upholding human rights for the citizens of Kenya and the surrounding areas. These initiatives include, but are not limited to: Right to Adequate Housing and Safety in Impoverished Neighborhoods Sexual and Gender Based Violence Education on Improving Relations Between Law Enforcement and Residents Growth and Human Rights Education Active Involvement of Youth for a Better Tomorrow Amnesty Kenya operates independently of any government, political ideology or religion and we are funded mainly by our membership and public donations. It is our hope that people-from every walk of life-enjoy all the rights outlined by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and other international human rights standards. Our efforts have affected positive change, but there is still work to be done.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
- Human rights monitoring: Monitor newspapers, online outlets, and social media, as well as reports from partners, daily.
- Basic research tasks: With guidance from the teams, carry out desk research on specific issues and developments and share findings with the teams.
- Database management: Maintain and update logs on human rights violations and abuses, as well as on individuals at risk.
- Administrative support: Assist with tasks such as mailing, filing (electronic and hard copy materials), event management, and maintaining contact databases.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Interest in and knowledge of the economic social, political, and human rights context in East Africa and as relates to the rights of women and LGBTIQ+ individuals.
- Background through study, work, or other experience in a relevant area, such as human rights, law, international relations, gender studies, political science, or social sciences.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and to multi-task.
- Strong computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Fluent written and spoken English and working knowledge of French