Wednesday, April 29, 2009

New York, New York--Communications Associate-- Human Rights in China

Communications Associate

Salary: Salary commensurate with experience.
Education: Master (MA, MSW, etc.)
Location: New York, New York, 10118, United States
Posted by: Human Rights in China
Job Category: Communications, Editing & Writing
Language(s): English, Mandarin
Job posted on: March 18, 2009
Area of Focus: Human Rights and Civil Liberties, International Relations, Media and Journalism
Type: Full time
Last day to apply: April 30, 2009


Human Rights in China, a dynamic NGO dedicated to promoting and advancing human rights in China, is looking for a bilingual (Chinese and English) Communications Associate at its New York office to work with the Communications Director.

About HRIC

HRIC was founded by Chinese students and scholars in March 1989. Its mission is to promote international human rights and advance the institutional protection of these rights in the People's Republic of China.

You’ll enjoy working at HRIC if you are:

• Passionate about human rights and activism;
• Willing to take the initiative in implementing leading-edge strategies;
• Looking for a friendly, professional, fast-paced, international work environment.

Responsibilities

The Communications Associate will write press releases and other documents in English (and must be able to synthesize information in Chinese and English to shape and present stories and events in written form); supervise the press release distribution process; translate text from Chinese to English; field press inquiries; perform research work; monitor the press; assist in preparation of technical reports; and coordinate production of HRIC’s quarterly journal.

Qualifications

Candidates must be committed to HRIC's mission and to working in a high-energy, collaborative NGO that insists on the highest professional and public-interest standards.

Additional requirements include: good Chinese language skills (written and spoken); knowledge of contemporary China and strong interest in human rights work; good communications skills and journalistic writing ability in English; ability to work under pressure. M.S. or substantial experience in journalism preferred. Web editing skills a plus.
How to Apply:
Apply immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please e-mail a cover letter, résumé, and at least three references to: jobs@hrichina.org with “Communications Associate” in the subject line.

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