Job Opening Researcher on the Caucasus Human Rights Watch Human Rights Watch, the largest U.S.-based international human rights organization, is seeking a researcher to be based in Tbilisi to monitor human rights developments in Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan. The position is available as of July 2000. Application deadline February 28, 2001. Please send cover letter, resume, references, and unedited writing sample (no calls, please) to: Human Rights Watch Attn: Search Committee (Caucasus Researcher) 350 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10118 Fax: (212) 736-1300 Description The researcher will investigate human rights developments in the Caucasus and work in order to publicize and curtail human rights abuses through writing and advocacy. Responsibilities 1. Conducting fact-finding trips throughout the region; 2. Writing reports, newsletters, articles and press releases on human rights concerns in Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan; 3. Bringing human rights violations to the attention of government bodies in the countries of the region, Europe, and the United States, and to the attention of intergovernmental organizations and international financial institutions; 4. Working with local groups and helping with the development of non-governmental activities in Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan; 5. Expanding contacts with government officials and human rights groups, the media, and international organizations based in the region; 6. Working with Human Rights Watch's New York, Washington and Brussels offices to develop local and international advocacy strategies directed at governments and international organizations in order to effect change; 7. Responding promptly to queries from the press, the public and colleagues in the human rights community. Qualifications 1. An advanced degree in law, international relations, journalism, or related regional studies; 2. Thorough command of Russian or another regional language; 3. Excellent writing and communications skills in English; experience in field research; 4. A demonstrated commitment to international human rights. 5. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, well organized, and able to work quickly and well under pressure. Salary and Benefits: Salary negotiable, depending on experience. Human Rights Watch offers an excellent package of benefits, including generous employer-paid medical, dental, and life insurance, pension plans, and twenty days of vacation per year. Listed with AZER.com: 02/01/2001 AI Home | Magazine Choice | Topics | Store | Contact us From Azerbaijan International © Azerbaijan International 2000. All rights reserved.