Fwd: JOB - Research on the Caucasus, Tbilisi, Human Rights Watch

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JOB - Research on the Caucasus, Tbilisi, Human Rights Watch

RESEARCHER ON THE CAUCASUS
EUROPE & CENTRAL DIVISION (based in Tbilisi)

HUMAN  RIGHTS WATCH, the largest U.S.-based international human rights
organization, is seeking a researcher to be based in Tbilisi to
monitor human rights developments in Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan.

DESCRIPTION: The researcher will investigate human rights developments
in the Caucasus and work in order to publicize and curtail human
rights abuses through writing and advocacy. Responsibilities will
include conducting fact-finding trips throughout the region; writing
reports, newsletters, articles and press releases on human rights
concerns in Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan; bringing human rights
violations to the attention of government bodies in the countries of
the region, Europe, and the United States, and to the attention of
intergovernmental organizations and international financial
institutions; working with local groups and helping with the
development of non-governmental activities in Georgia, Armenia and
Azerbaijan; expanding contacts with government officials and human
rights groups, the media, and international organizations based in the
region; working with Human Rights Watch's New York, Washington and
Brussels offices to develop local and international advocacy
strategies directed at governments and international organizations in
order to effect change; and responding promptly to queries from the
press, the public and colleagues in the human rights community.

QUALIFICATIONS: An advanced degree in law, international relations,
journalism, or related regional studies; thorough command of Russian
or another regional language; excellent writing and communications
skills in English; experience in field research; and a demonstrated
commitment to international human rights. The ideal candidate will be
highly motivated, well organized, and able to work quickly and well
under pressure. The position is available as of July 2000.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary negotiable, depending on experience. 
Human Rights Watch offers an excellent package of benefits, including
generous employer-paid medical, dental, and life insurance, pension
plans, and twenty days of vacation per year.

APPLY BY FEBRUARY 28, 2001. Please send cover letter, resume,
references, and unedited writing sample (no calls, please) to:

Human Rights Watch
Attn: Search Committee (Caucasus Researcher)
350 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10118
Fax: (212) 736-1300

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