Media Manager
Beirut
Permanent
$72,469 per annum
Permanent
$72,469 per annum
An
exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Media Manager to
join Amnesty International’s new Middle East North Africa Regional
Office, based in Lebanon, in order to shape and develop a strong media
profile for its human rights work across the region.
About the role
This
post takes strategic ownership of Amnesty International's media profile
across the MENA region, driving awareness of human rights as well as
bolstering support for Amnesty International and shaping a better future
for those in need.
Working
closely with a team of researchers and campaigners, you’ll drive media
coverage to promote campaigning objectives by providing accurate and
appropriate communications that help to develop the human rights agenda
and raise awareness of Amnesty International's work in this highly
complex region.
About you
You’re
passionate about Amnesty International's aims and experienced in the
media industry. You’ll have a strong news sense and know how to place a
story to achieve maximum impact.
With
a background in journalism or public relations in an international
setting, you'll have detailed knowledge of human rights issues and the
media in the region and a strong network of contacts. You’ll have
experience in developing strategies and running successful media events
and will combine sharp news skills with a good understanding of human
rights that will enable you to deliver prompt and impactful media
responses to world events.
About us
Our
aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent,
international and influential, we campaign for justice, freedom and
truth wherever they're denied. And whether we're applying pressure
through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or
online campaigning, we're all inspired by hope for a better world. One
where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.
Amnesty
International is a global movement of more than 7 million people who
campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all.
Our
supporters are outraged by human rights abuses but inspired by hope for
a better world - so we work to improve human rights through campaigning
and international solidarity.
We reach almost every country in the world and have:
- More than 2 million members and supporters who drive forward our fight for rights
- More than 5 million activists who strengthen our calls for justice
You can help make a real difference by becoming a member or supporter of Amnesty International.
FREEDOM. JUSTICE. EQUALITY. LET'S GET TO WORK
Please be aware of time differences - this role closes at 11:59PM UK TIME on the above stated closing date.
Please note that any salary figure given is the gross figure, earnings will be subject to relevant local taxation.
To find out more and to apply, please click the apply link: CLICK HERE
Closing date: 14 August 2016
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