Director*in at Human Rights Watch

Intro

Human Rights Watch is seeking a Germany Director to lead advocacy and media engagement strategies in Berlin, ensuring high standards of quality and efficacy in human rights advocacy.

Tasks

Develop and implement advocacy and media engagement strategies before the Federal Government of Germany and its key organs and institutions.
Lead HRW’s advocacy in Germany with key high-level officials.
Participate in policy debates and public or private events to insert HRW’s voice and advocacy asks.
Work with NGOs, civil society partners, and think tanks on collaborative advocacy efforts.
Coordinate with the Brussels-based EU Advocacy Director on EU-related advocacy.
Serve as key spokesperson for the German media and lead HRW’s media engagement in Germany.
Provide regular information and political analysis on Germany’s human rights policies.
Collaborate with HRW to identify opportunities that support research and advocacy efforts involving Germany and the EU.
Lead research and advocacy engagements with German-language targets.
Build relationships with donors and financial prospects in partnership with the German Development Director.
Carry out other duties as required by the CAO.
Serve as a leader to local and international HRW staff in the Berlin office.
Act as an HRW representative in corporate governance matters for the local entity.
Authorize payments and sign relevant documents as needed.
Support information sharing with office staff on organizational developments.
Represent HRW Germany in relation to the HRW Germany Works Council.
Build and maintain an inclusive environment by holding regular staff meetings.
Liaise with Global Human Resources and the HRW Germany Works Council in serious matters.
Serve as the main point of contact during security situations.

Requirements

A graduate degree in international relations, journalism, law, social sciences or equivalent work experience.
A minimum of ten years of policy advocacy work experience.
Substantial knowledge of the Federal Government of Germany and direct experience performing policy advocacy with these bodies.
Significant human rights experience and expertise.
Effective public speaker with excellent speaking, writing, and editing skills in English and German.
Good judgment and excellent analytical and strategic-thinking capabilities.
Ability to work quickly and effectively under pressure and juggle multiple tasks.
Strong coordination skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.