Front Line Defenders seeks to recruit staff, interns and volunteers in an open and transparent manner. Front Line Defenders is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting cultural diversity within the Front Line Defenders staff. All positions are advertised via this website as well as through other media or networks appropriate to the position being advertised.
Unfortunately, due to the volume of requests we receive, it is not possible to keep general applications or CVs on file. During a recruitment process we do not generally review applications received until after the closing date. Shortlisting can take some time given the volume of applications we receive for some posts.
Front Line Defenders is currently recruiting for the following positions:
Front Line Defenders is recruiting a Capacity Development Coordinator, ECA.
This role has responsibility to provide practical support and deliver training to human rights defenders and organisations at risk in Europe and Central Asia to strengthen their capacities to analyse and manage the risks they face due to their human rights work. The Capacity Development Coordinator is part of the Capacity Development team and will contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of coordinated, strategic, targeted and effective participatory methodologies on holistic protection, with a focus on adapting and developing the methodologies to best respond to the specific needs of the region they are working in.
The Capacity Development Coordinator will also be part of the ECA regional team, and contribute to the collaborative strategy planning, and the implementation of the main action plan for the region as it relates to their role. The Capacity Development Coordinator will hold a central coordination, logistics and mentorship role with contractor trainers engaged to deliver or co-train at workshops in the ECA region. They will also coordinate with both the ECA Protection Coordinators a to ensure that individual and collective consultations with HRDs are delivered in a timely, effective manner.
The role holder will also work closely with the Well-Being Coordinator to strengthen well-being support to HRDs in the ECA region.
For full job description and person specification see: https://www.frontlinedefenders.org/sites/default/files/jd.capacity_devel...
Remuneration and Benefits
Salary: €41,025 to €48,060 per annum (Points 3 - 7 on Scale 6)
Placement on the range will be commensurate with experience and qualifications
Benefits include:
26 days of annual leave per year, pension scheme, healthcare contributions, life insurance, income protection schemes, employee assistance programme, employee well-being initiatives
Selection and Appointment:
- To apply, candidates need to submit a copy of their application - CV and cover letter - via the ‘Apply now’ button;
- Cover letters should be addressed to María San Martín, Head of Capacity Development;
- Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend for interview;
- It is anticipated interviews will be held during May 2024;
- The appointment is expected to be effective from June 2024;
- Closing date; midnight (local Irish time) on 1 May 2024 as per FLD vacancies page: https://www.frontlinedefenders.org/en/recruitment-volunteering
Front Line Defenders is seeking a HRDs Researcher.
This role will be responsible for developing and researching both internal and external pieces,
including FLD quarterly urgent action reports and the annual Global Analysis among other
global research pieces previously agreed with management. The HRDs Researcher will act as critical support to the Protection team to strengthen analysis and learning on the threats and risks faced by HRDs and effective protection responses. The person will also oversee research pieces identified by Protection Coordinators working towards safety for HRDs participating in the research, quality control, fact checking and supporting the work commissioned to external consultants.
The successful candidate will work in close coordination with the Head of Protection, Protection
Managers, the Strategy and MEL Manager, and Advocacy team to support the different
research pieces undertaken by other team members with geographical or thematic focus. The
HRDs Researcher will engage on supporting the use of the database for better capturing data for
trend analysis and research. The role is expected to perform at a level to maintain responsibility for the development and adherence to FLD research methodology and security during research.
Essential Knowledge and Skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and ability to work on other languages;
- Excellent research skills built on solid methodological approach;
- Ability to search and identify relevant information online; persistent in seeking out difficult to find information; creative in identifying new sources of information;
- Ability to deliver accurate and objective written information;
- Ability to demonstrate a nuanced understanding of contexts in which local HRD communities operate;
- At least some knowledge of key practices and trends in the area of protection, digital security resiliency and well-being for both HRDs and their advocates;
- To work collaboratively and in a high pressure environment ;
- Ability to work well with a wide range of people from different cultures, backgrounds and experiences, with empathy and clear boundaries;
- Able to take initiative and drive work forward independently within agreed frameworks, motivated by achieving results and completing tasks.
Essential Experience:
- At least 5 years of experience working with a diverse range of human rights defenders;
- Proven experience on planning, disseminating and conducting research on human rights violation and the work of human rights defenders;
- Strong knowledge and understanding of human rights violations and their impact on human rights defenders and their movements, including available mechanism for their protection;
- Strong understanding of the gendered and other risks women human rights defenders and LGBTIQ+ defenders face.
For more information please see the full job description: https://www.frontlinedefenders.org/sites/default/files/jd.hrdsresearcher...
Remuneration:
Salary: €50,500 - €64,300 per annum (10 Points)
Placement on the range will be commensurate with experience and qualifications
Benefits include:
26 days of annual leave per year, pension scheme, contribution to private health insurance, life assurance, income protection, employee assistance programme, employee well-being scheme
Selection and Appointment:
- To apply, candidates need to submit a copy of their application - CV and cover letter - via the ‘Apply now’ button;
- Cover letters should be addressed to Sarah de Roure, Head of Protection;
- It is anticipated interviews will be held during April 2024;
- The appointment is expected to be effective from May 2024;
- Closing date; midnight (local Irish time) on Sunday, 07 April 2024 as per FLD vacancies page: https://www.frontlinedefenders.org/en/recruitment-volunteering
Front Line Defenders and the African Commission on Human and People’s Rights (ACHPR) invite applications for an Internship at the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights to support the work of the Special Rapporteur on Human Rights Defenders and Focal Point on Reprisals in Africa. It is a 12 month position based in Banjul, under the supervision of the ACHPR. Candidates should be able to work in both English and French. Candidates who have experience as a human rights defender in Africa will be prioritized.
The intern will gain practical work experience in an international institution, learn about Human Rights Defenders; the mandate of the ACHPR Special Rapporteur on Human Rights Defenders; the specific situation and challenges facing human rights defenders in the region and advocacy at the African Union level. They will be expected to participate in induction, periodic reviews, hearings, meetings, and relevant out-of-hours events.
The successful candidate will be able to draft well and have good analytical skills. They will have some knowledge of the ACHPR functioning, and international and human rights law. They must be able to work in both English and French. Additional AU working languages are an asset. Please note that we cannot make exceptions to the language requirement.
They will be able to work on own initiative and as a member of a team. They will have good oral and written communication skills and be computer literate. They will be flexible, have good interpersonal skills, good stress management skills and be cooperative. An ability to multitask and prioritise is a must. Previous work experience with organisations working in the field of human rights is desirable.
Basic terms of reference:
- Gather information on the situation of human rights defenders in Africa (with a particular focus on themes of concern identified by the Special Rapporteur on Human Rights Defenders and Focal Point on Reprisals in Africa);
- In coordination with other thematic mechanisms and with geographic desk officers, draft urgent appeals and communications to Governments concerning human rights violations against human rights defenders;
- Support follow-up of cases taken up by the mandate;
- Analyse replies received from Governments and prepare summaries for inclusion in the annual report;
- Assist in the preparation of background materials for official missions by the Special Rapporteur;
- Assist in liasing with non-governmental organizations for the smooth implementation of the mandate, as needed.
Applications should be addressed to Ivi Oliveira, Protection Manager before Monday 18th March. Interviews are expected to take place during March 2024 and will be held online. The next intern will start in early April 2024 for a period of 12 months.
Front Line Defenders is able to provide a contribution to living costs of USD 1.800 per month. Front Line Defenders will reimburse the successful candidate the cost of their flights to and from Banjul, as well as contribution to a travel insurance. Please note that you may need additional funds to sustain your stay in Banjul.
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Front Line Defenders annually recruits for two positions that are part of the organisation's commitment to strengthening international mechanisms supporting human rights defenders:
Internship at the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights (Banjul)
The purpose of the Internship is to support the work of the Special Rapporteur on Human Rights Defenders at the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights (ACHPR). It is a 12 month position based in Banjul. Candidates should be able to work in English and French. Front Line Defenders will prioritise candidates who have experience as a human rights defender in Africa.
Frank Jennings Fellowship (Dublin & Geneva)
The Frank Jennings Fellowship was set up to give an opportunity for dedicated and talented individuals to gain experience working for the protection of human rights defenders in an international NGO and at the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. It is named after Front Line Defenders former Head of Research who died after a long illness in 2005. Frank made a huge contribution to the development of human rights activism in Ireland and candidates who have some experience of human rights work in Ireland will be given priority.
The Frank Jennings Fellow spends three months at Front Line Defenders where he/she will be trained in relation to Human Rights Defenders; the UN Declaration on Human Rights Defenders; the Mandate of the UN Special Rapporteur; the procedures and methodology of the mandate; the role of Front Line Defenders and other national and international organisations in the support and protection of Human Rights Defenders. The Fellow will then move to Geneva for a period six months before returning to Front Line Defenders for a further three months.
Invitation to tender for website redesign
Front Line Defenders is currently inviting tender submissions from interested Website Design and Development Suppliers to lead on a substantial redesign of its website. For more details and instructions on how to apply, please visit here.
Volunteering at Front Line Defenders
We greatly appreciate the valuable contribution of volunteers who support the work of Front Line Defenders.
The best way to get involved is to help Front Line Defenders raise awareness about the risks faced by human rights defenders around the world and to help raise much needed funds to increase their security and protection.
When human rights defenders visit Ireland on rest & respite, it is important to provide a network of support to them. This community of support includes volunteers interested in accompanying the human rights defender sightseeing, to music and cultural activities, sharing about Irish history and current affairs or other hobbies/activities that may be of interest. Language support is especially useful to visiting human rights defenders. The working languages of Front Line Defenders are English, French, Spanish, Arabic and Russian but sometimes we also need support with other languages.
If specific additional volunteering opportunities arise, they will be posted here.
