Employment opportunities at Amnesty International, USA!!!!

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I found this at the AIUSA web site. I want the "Regional Field Director, South - Atlanta, GA." But I don't know if I have the "Real world" experience to get it, but Hey, these could be great jobs, might not pay much though.

<http://www.amnestyusa.org/about/employment.do#133>

Advocacy Director, Middle East
Washington, DC

Amnesty International seeks candidates for the senior position of Advocacy Director for the Middle East and North Africa. Based in Washington, D.C., this position takes the lead in raising Amnesty International’s human rights concerns with the U.S. Congress and Presidential administration, carries out media relations, and facilitates grassroots pressure with the end of elevating the priority of human rights within U.S. policy in the Middle East and North Africa. The Advocacy Director also works on various thematic human rights issues that are global in scope. Qualifications include experience working with or detailed knowledge of the US Government and Congress, strong analytical and writing skills, advocacy experience, grassroots or equivalent experience. Functions include tracking, monitoring, and analyzing USG and Congressional policies and actions; working with volunteer leaders to develop and implement a strategy for effective advocacy; informing and facilitating activity of AIUSA members, volunteers, and others; serving as a spokesperson to the media, membership groups, and others; supporting the work of relevant AIUSA working groups. The Advocacy Director reports to the Director of Government Relations.

QUALIFICATIONS: Requirements: excellent knowledge of the region and Middle East policy background, experience working with congressional offices and U.S. government officials, experience organizing grassroots members, Master’s degree and regional language skills. Strongly preferred: familiarity with Amnesty International and DC lobbying work.

CONTACT: Send resume and cover letter, including salary history, to AIUSA, 5 Penn Plaza, NY, NY 10001 or fax [phone]. AIUSA is an EOE.

Online Community Organizer
Washington, DC

The Online Community Organizer is responsible for developing and carrying out a plan to recruit, engage, and sustain a rapidly growing community of AIUSA members, activists, supporters, donors, and interested visitors. Responsibilities include: developing the necessary technological infrastructure; designing strategies for increased web site visitation; producing online events that reflect AIUSA’s priorities; creating opportunities for visitors to interact with key staff, volunteers and other visitors; partnering with other web sites and online communities to extend AIUSA’s online presence; develop and carry out an email-based communications plan designed to cultivate members and to increase fundraising and advocacy success; and managing AIUSA’s online help and feedback system.

QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have BA; direct experience building and managing online communities; knowledge of effective Internet-based tools for fostering visitor interactions and online recruitment; and 5 years experience with Internet communications, public relations, political campaigns, marketing, member, constituent or customer relationship management, or similar discipline. An understanding of Internet technology and familiarity with other online communities required.

CONTACT: Send resume, cover letter, writing sample and salary req’s to AIUSA, Box OCO, 5 Penn Plaza, NY, NY 10001 or fax to 212-627-1451. If verification of receipt is required, include a self-addressed stamped post card with the mailed materials. AIUSA is an EOE employer. No calls, please.

Regional Field Director, South
Atlanta, GA

Based in Atlanta the Field Director will manage and coordinate AIUSA membership development and servicing operations for the South, including translating human rights strategies into regional organizing plans, designing annual membership strategies in consultation with volunteer leaders, setting and achieving membership growth and development goals, and supervising a staff of four. Additionally, the Director will collaborate and consult with staff and volunteer leaders to provide quality servicing, support, and technical assistance to human rights activists throughout the region and to conduct planning and evaluation on outreach and organizing efforts. The Director will have primary responsibility for all program administration, including budget monitoring, internal and external reporting and staff supervision and will serve as regional spokesperson throughout the region.

QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates should have 5-7 years of progressive experience in social justice or human rights advocacy, as well as experience planning, managing, and evaluating long-term organizing campaigns and conducting trainings; experience supervising staff, planning work and evaluating performance; and successful experience working with youth and people from diverse backgrounds. Spanish-speaking a plus.

CONTACT: Send resume, cover letter and salary requirements by June 3rd to AIUSA, Box FD-South, 600 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, 5th Fl, Washington DC, 20003 or fax [phone]. If verification of receipt is required, include a self-addressed stamped post card with the mailed materials. AIUSA is an EOE employer. No calls, please.

Communications Associate
Washington, DC

Amnesty International USA is seeking a Communications Associate to join its dynamic DC-based department. As a pivotal team member, the Associate will facilitate smooth office operations; provide administrative support to the department Director including budget management, meeting coordination and travel arrangements; assume special projects, and manage interns. The Associate also will write media and other materials as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS: BA plus two years of relevant experience required. Excellent organizational and writing skills also needed.

CONTACT: Resume/cover letter including salary history and one writing sample by June 8, 2005 to: AIUSA, BOX CA, Attention: Human Resources 600 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20003, email: [e-mail], fax [phone]. If verification of receipt is required, include a self-addressed stamped post card with the mailed materials. AIUSA is an EOE employer. No calls, please.

Senior Accountant
New York

Based in NY, the Sr. Accountant prepares monthly financial statements, variance analyses, and accounting schedules; prepares monthly general journals and account reconciliation; monitors the allocation of overhead to specific programs and departments; maintains accurate and updated records pertaining to state registrations for solicitation purposes; ensures that all permits are current in the various states in which contributions are being sought by the organization. The Sr. Accountant also works with the Director of Finance on the preparation, planning and oversight of the entire budget process for AIUSA.

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and 3+ years experience in accounting, including preparation of financial statements; knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and audit preparations experience; advanced knowledge MS Office suite; and ability to prioritize, meet tight deadlines and communicate effectively with colleagues.

CONTACT: Send resume, cover letter and salary history to AIUSA, Box SrAcct, 5 Penn Plaza, NY, NY 10001 or fax [phone]. Position open until filled. No calls please. If verification of receipt is required, include a self-addressed stamped post card with the mailed materials. AIUSA is an EOE Employer.

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