World Uyghur Congress, 18 October 2019

The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) is an international umbrella organization that represents the collective interest of the Uyghur people both in East Turkestan and abroad and promotes Uyghur human rights, Freedom and a peaceful and non-violent solution based on rule of law for the conflict in East Turkistan. The WUC works to advocate for the rights of the Uyghur people at various fora and has emerged as a credible, reliable partner for civil society, states and international institutions.

We are currently hiring for three positions including a Project Manager (Munich, Germany), a Project Coordinator (Brussels, Belgium) and a Project Assistant (Berlin, Germany). See below for details:

Project Manager (Munich, Germany)

Application Deadline: November 4, 2019

Starting Date: TBD 2019

POSITION

The WUC is currently looking for a Project Manager to be based in Munich, Germany.

PRIMARY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Developing and implementing advocacy projects to mobilize action by governments, multi-lateral bodies, civil society, and other actors
• Supporting United Nations advocacy work through the maintenance of relationships with states, NGOs and other UN actors
• Developing and implementing media and communications strategies for global audiences
• Leading and implementing youth human rights advocacy workshops
• Liaising with the Uyghur community in the diaspora
• Representing the WUC at meetings, external events, delivery of presentations and speeches
• Preparing research for reports
• Writing press releases and official statements as well as background documents and material

PROFILE OF THE CANDIDATE

• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in human rights advocacy (or related advocacy) required
• University or post-graduate level studies related to Political Sciences, International Relations, Law, Human Rights preferable
• Knowledge of the European Institutions and the UN human rights system required
• Fluent English required; other languages (especially Chinese, Uyghur) are an asset
• Excellent organisational and analytical skills
• Good communication, negotiation and writing skills
• Experience of advocacy and lobbying an advantage
• Ability to work autonomously and within tight deadlines
• Good knowledge of social media, email clients, etc.
• A commitment to promote human rights for the Uyghur people
• Willingness to work longer hours depending on the demand is necessary
• Knowledge of Uyghur human rights situation and/or human rights in China would be an advantage

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• Full-time position

APPLICATION

Qualified candidates should submit, only via email (mail subject: “Application Project Coordinator – Munich”), a cover letter and CV in English to: [email protected], and [email protected] by October 30, 2019 at the latest. The start date will be negotiable but there is a preference that the candidate starts as soon as possible. The WUC will cover all expenses and other similar costs associated with the position.

Project Coordinator (Brussels, Belgium)

Application Deadline: November 4, 2019

Starting Date: TBD 2019

POSITION

The WUC is currently looking for a Project Coordinator to be based in Brussels, Belgium.

PRIMARY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Developing and implementing advocacy projects to mobilize action by governments, multi-lateral bodies, civil society, and other actors
• Leading European Union advocacy work through the maintenance of relationships with EU member states, NGOs and other actors
• Developing and implementing media and communications strategies for global audiences
• Leading and implementing youth human rights advocacy workshops
• Liaising with the Uyghur community in the diaspora
• Representing the WUC at meetings, external events, delivery of presentations and speeches
• Preparing research for reports
• Writing press releases and official statements as well as background documents and material

PROFILE OF THE CANDIDATE

• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in human rights advocacy (or related advocacy) required
• University or post-graduate level studies related to Political Sciences, International Relations, Law, Human Rights preferable
• Knowledge of the European Institutions and EU human rights mechanisms required
• Fluency in English required; other languages (especially French, Chinese, Uyghur) are an asset
• Excellent organisational, analytical and communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously and within tight deadlines
• Experience of advocacy and lobbying an advantage
• Good knowledge of social media, email clients, etc.
• A commitment to promote human rights for the Uyghur people
• Willingness to work longer hours depending on the demand is necessary
• Knowledge of Uyghur human rights situation and/or human rights in China would be an advantage

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• Full-time position

APPLICATION

Qualified candidates should submit, only via email (mail subject: “Application Project Coordinator – Brussels”), a cover letter and CV in English to: [email protected], and [email protected] by October 30, 2019 at the latest. The start date will be negotiable but there is a preference that the candidate starts as soon as possible. The WUC will cover all expenses and other similar costs associated with the position.

Project Assistant (Berlin, Germany)

Application Deadline: November 4, 2019

Starting Date: TBD

POSITION

The WUC is currently looking for a Project Assistant to be based in Berlin, Germany.

PRIMARY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Acting as representative at German Parliament and institutions in Berlin
• Liaise with relevant offices on emerging issues of interest to the WUC
• Establish and maintain relations with other NGOs
• Support social media outreach
• Background research as needed
• Representing the WUC at meetings, external events; delivery of presentations and speeches
• Preparation of quarterly activity reports and research reports
• Writing press releases and official statements
• Writing background documents and material for dissemination
• Support with other duties as assigned

PROFILE OF THE CANDIDATE

• University or post-graduate level studies related to Political Sciences, International Relations, Law, Human Rights, etc.
• Minimum three (3) years’ work experience in relevant fields (Human rights, NGO sector)
• Knowledge of the European Institutions and the UN human rights system
• Excellent organisational and analytical skills
• Good communication, negotiation and writing skills
• Experience of advocacy and lobbying an advantage
• Fluent English and German; other languages (especially Chinese or Uyghur) are an asset
• Ability to work autonomously and within tight deadlines
• Good knowledge of social media, email clients, etc.
• A commitment to promote human rights for the Uyghur people
• Willingness to work longer hours depending on the demand is necessary
• Knowledge of Uyghur human rights situation and/or human rights in China would be an advantage

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• Full-time position

APPLICATION

Qualified candidates should submit, only via email (mail subject: “Application Project Assistant”), a cover letter and CV in English to: [email protected], and [email protected] by October 30, 2019 at the latest. The start date will be negotiable but there is a preference that the candidate starts as soon as possible. The WUC will cover all expenses and other similar costs associated with the position.