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Associate, Media NGO Job Human Rights Watch
Human Rights Watch
Nairobi 🇰🇪 Kenya
Posted 1 day ago (23 Sep 2026) Updated 1 day ago
Job Description
The Associate, Media will support Human Rights Watch’s media outreach by researching human rights topics, drafting press materials, and monitoring coverage. The role involves maintaining media contacts and assisting in the coordination of events to raise awareness of HRW’s work. Strong writing abilities and a keen interest in human rights issues are essential.
Qualifications & Requirements
- • Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, International Relations or a related field
- • Strong writing and editing skills
- • Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
- • Knowledge of human rights topics and advocacy
Required Skills
Responsibilities
- • Assist in drafting press releases and media briefs
- • Conduct research on human rights issues and compile findings
- • Monitor media coverage and prepare analytical reports
- • Support coordination of media outreach events and campaigns
- • Maintain and update the media contact database