Human Right Intern

Job Title: Human Rights Intern Cluster: Geneva Office Salary: USD 1200 per month (stipend) Contract Type: Full-Time, 6 Month Internship Contract Location: Remote Reports to: Cluster Lead Geneva Contract Type: Intern Direct Reports: None Role Overview: The role holder is responsible, under the supervision of the UN Advisor and the UN Advocacy and Network Officer, for assisting in the implementation of CIVICUS advocacy priorities in the context of CIVICUS ’s work with UN human rights mechanisms. The role will also contribute to network engagement and member support activities, event coordination and logistics, and research related to human rights. Areas of Responsibilities & Key Activities UN Advocacy and member support Assist CIVICUS ’ engagement with the UN Human Rights Council and other human rights bodies. Support the development of written materials, statements and speaking points. Support CIVICUS ’ members and partners and human rights defenders during their advocacy missions, including providing logistical arrangements. Event Coordination and Communication Support in the organization of events as appropriate including logistical arrangements. Assist the communications team in rolling out timely and effective communication materials. Research Assist with background research related to human rights and civil society participation at the UN, including drafting of briefs and summaries. Administration Support administrative activities related to office and file management