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At Present we have the following opening for which applications are invited:
Programme Officer - Prison Reforms Programme The Commonwealth Human Rights Initiative (CHRI) is currently recruiting a Programme Officer to work in its prison reforms programme based in the New Delhi office. CHRI's prison reforms programme works on prisoners’ rights and improved prison conditions. The CHRI prison reforms programme has worked in India for the past 12 years. The programme aims to reform prison administration and foster an attitude of cooperation between the various agencies of the criminal justice system in place of the prevailing indifference and discrimination. CHRI seeks to achieve its goals through research, legal analysis and advice, advocacy, capacity building, network building and conference facilitation. Job Description The Programme officer will be required to work with the team and advocate prison reform by undertaking monitoring and research on prisons with a particular focus on pre-trial detention, human rights issues, discrimination and bias, collecting, compiling and maintaining data on policing, accountable governance and human rights issues. Writing and publishing research and advocacy documents, project documentation and donor reporting and assisting with organising and delivering workshops will be a major focus of the programme. The position will require the successful applicant to represent CHRI locally, regionally and nationally. The applicant must be able to assist in developing and maintaining effective networks with a diverse range of people, including prison officers, lawyers, government, civil society and the media. The candidate must also be in a position to assist with management activities, such as team strategy and planning. Qualifications The candidate must be committed to civil liberties and should have four years professional work experience, with strong academic qualifications in law, social sciences or other related fields. Candidates must possess exceptional and excellent research, writing and editing skills, as well as outstanding oral communication abilities in English and Hindi is a must. Working knowledge of additional languages will definitely be an added advantage. Knowledge or work around human rights, prisons or justice sector reform is preferred. Sound knowledge of criminal law and procedure will be an added advantage. Excellent computer skills, including word processing, email and internet are essential. The position is suitable for an energetic, enthusiastic and creative person interested in being based at a dynamic organisation working at the cutting edge of prison issues. Candidate must be adaptable and able to work effectively as a member of team in a multicultural environment. CHRI is based in New Delhi, India, and has offices in London, UK and Accra, Ghana. The role is based in CHRI's New Delhi office. CHRI is an independent, non-partisan, non-government organisation working for the practical realisation of human rights across the Commonwealth. Further information about CHRI and its prison reforms programme can be accessed at CHRI's website (www.humanrightsinitiative.org). Type of Appointment and duration: 1-2 year fixed term contract with a 6 months probation period. Salary: Salary package is negotiable, but is based on local wages. Applications close on 1 August 2009 and should be emailed to Swati Mehta at CHRI (swati@humanrightsinitiative.org). Applications must include a motivation letter, resume, a recent writing sample and contact details of at least two referees. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Assistant Programme Officer - Prison Reforms Programme The Commonwealth Human Rights Initiative (CHRI) is currently recruiting an Assistant Programme Officer to work in its prison reforms programme based in the New Delhi office. CHRI's prison reforms programme works on prisoners’ rights and improved prison conditions. The CHRI prison reforms programme has worked in India for the past 12 years. The programme aims to reform prison administration and foster an attitude of cooperation between the various agencies of the criminal justice system in place of the prevailing indifference and discrimination. CHRI seeks to achieve its goals through research, legal analysis and advice, advocacy, capacity building, network building and conference facilitation. Job Description The Assistant Programme officer will be required to work with the team and advocate prison reform by undertaking monitoring and research on prisons with a particular focus on pre-trial detention, human rights issues, discrimination and bias, collecting, compiling and maintaining data on policing, accountable governance and human rights issues. Writing and publishing research and advocacy documents, project documentation and donor reporting and assisting with organising and delivering workshops will be a major focus of the programme. The position will require the successful applicant to represent CHRI locally, regionally and nationally. The applicant must be able to assist in developing and maintaining effective networks with a diverse range of people, including prison officers, lawyers, government, civil society and the media. Qualifications The candidate must be committed to civil liberties with strong academic qualifications in law, social sciences or other related fields. Candidates must possess exceptional and excellent research, writing and editing skills, as well as outstanding oral communication abilities in English and Hindi is a must. Working knowledge of additional languages will definitely be an added advantage. Knowledge or work around human rights, prisons or justice sector reform is preferred. Sound knowledge of criminal law and procedure will be an added advantage. Excellent computer skills, including word processing, email and internet are essential. The position is suitable for an energetic, enthusiastic and creative person interested in being based at a dynamic organisation working at the cutting edge of prison issues. Candidate must be adaptable and able to work effectively as a member of team in a multicultural environment. CHRI is based in New Delhi, India, and has offices in London, UK and Accra, Ghana. The role is based in CHRI's New Delhi office. CHRI is an independent, non-partisan, non-government organisation working for the practical realisation of human rights across the Commonwealth. Further information about CHRI and its prison reforms programme can be accessed at CHRI's website (www.humanrightsinitiative.org). Type of Appointment and duration: 1-2 year fixed term contract with a 6 months probation period. Salary: Salary package is negotiable, but is based on local wages. Applications close on 1 August 2009 and should be emailed to Swati Mehta at CHRI (swati@humanrightsinitiative.org). Applications must include a motivation letter, resume, a recent writing sample and contact details of at least two referees. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Senior Project Officer (South Asia) - Right to Information Programme Job Description: Responsibilities include advocacy with governments in Bangladesh, Pakistan and Sri Lanka for securing access effective implementation of Right to Information (RTI) laws; advocacy with the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) to adopt regional standards on transparency in the working of public bodies; analyzing draft RTI legislation or related draft subordinate legislation; capacity-building of civil society organisations to spread awareness about these laws at the community level by designing and conducting workshops in collaboration with CHRI partner organisations; expand/deepen CHRI’s outreach in the region; design and draft well-researched publications on RTI. Qualifications:
Desirable Qualifications:
The selected candidate will be based in Delhi and will be required to travel to South Asian countries as and when required. Salary: Remuneration will be commensurate with knowledge and experience levels. Please remember to send:
Applications must be received latest by 20 July 2009 and should be sent only by email to CHRI at anand@humanrightsinitiative.org. Applicants are requested to mention in the subject line, the specific post for which they would like to be considered. Please ensure that you send all essential documents mentioned above. Candidates selected for the job will be required to produce original certificates for verification of their claim regards educational qualification. Those who applied for the same posts advertised earlier this year need not apply again.
Senior Project Officer (India) - Right to Information Programme Job Description: Responsibilities include researching, drafting and editing publications on specific topics based on the Right to Information Act (RTI Act); designing and conducting thematic capacity building workshops for information-providers and information-seekers; analyzing decisions of information commissions and courts related to RTI; publishing regularly in the print and electronic media, expanding CHRI’s network of partners in various States; designing and conducting compliance surveys on RTI; fund-raising from local and foreign donors. Qualifications:
Desirable Qualifications:
The selected candidate will be based in Delhi and will be required to travel to South Asian countries as and when required. Salary: Remuneration will be commensurate with knowledge and experience levels. Please remember to send:
Applications must be received latest by 20 July 2009 and should be sent only by email to CHRI at anand@humanrightsinitiative.org. Applicants are requested to mention in the subject line, the specific post for which they would like to be considered. Please ensure that you send all essential documents mentioned above. Candidates selected for the job will be required to produce original certificates for verification of their claim regards educational qualification. Those who applied for the same posts advertised earlier this year need not apply again.
Programme Officer - Police Reforms Programme The Commonwealth Human Rights Initiative (CHRI) is currently recruiting a Programme Officer to work in its police reform and accountability programme based in the New Delhi office. CHRI's police reform programme works for the practical realisation of human rights across the Commonwealth through the implementation of democratic, transparent and accountable policing. The CHRI police reform programme has worked in India for the past 12 years. The programme aims to achieve police accountability and reform through research, legal analysis and advice, advocacy, capacity building, network building and conference facilitation, both within national borders and across jurisdictions. The Programme Officer will be required to advocate for increased police accountability and reform by undertaking monitoring and research on policing, human rights issues, discrimination and bias, diversity in police organisations, collecting, compiling and maintaining data on policing, accountable governance and human rights issues. Writing and publishing research and advocacy documents, project documentation and donor reporting and assisting with organising and delivering workshops will be a major focus of the programme. The applicant would also be required to build momentum around the ongoing campaign for police reforms. The position will require the successful applicant to represent CHRI locally, nationally, or regionally. The applicant must be able to assist in developing and maintaining effective networks with a diverse range of people, including the police, lawyers, government, civil society and the media. The candidate must also be in a position to assist with management activities, such as team strategy and planning. Candidates should have a minimum of five years professional work experience, with strong academic qualifications in law, social sciences or other related fields. Candidates must possess exceptional and excellent research, writing and editing skills, as well as outstanding oral communication abilities in English and Hindi is a must. Working knowledge of additional languages will definitely be an added advantage. Knowledge or work around human rights and policing, security or justice sector reform is preferred, and sound knowledge of criminal law and procedure will be an added advantage. The position is suitable for an energetic, enthusiastic and creative person interested in being based at a dynamic organisation working at the cutting edge of policing issues. Candidates must be adaptable and able to work effectively in a challenging environment. CHRI is based in New Delhi, India, and has offices in London, UK and Accra, Ghana. The role is based in CHRI's New Delhi office. CHRI is an independent, non-partisan, non-government organisation working for the practical realisation of human rights across the Commonwealth. Further information about CHRI and the work of is police reform programme can be accessed at CHRI's website (www.humanrightsinitiative.org). Applications close on 07 July 2009 and should be emailed to Navaz Kotwal at CHRI (navaz.uno@gmail.com). Applications must include a motivation letter, resume, a recent writing sample and contact details of at least two referees. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
The Commonwealth Human Rights Initiative (CHRI) is looking for young and dynamic graduate volunteers to be based at its headquarters in New Delhi, India. Applicants must be self-supporting, able to learn quickly, work independently, and have excellent communication, writing and research skills. CHRI is an independent, non-partisan, international non-governmental organisation, working for the practical realisation of human rights across the Commonwealth. It has offices in London, UK; Accra, Ghana; and is headquartered in New Delhi, India. CHRI’s present programme of work focuses on police reforms, prison reforms and promoting access to information. It also overviews the human rights situation in all 53 countries of the Commonwealth, looking especially at the situation of human rights defenders, compliance with international treaty obligations and monitoring performance of Commonwealth members of the new United Nations Human Rights Council. Activities include making periodic submissions to appropriate international fora (e.g. Commonwealth Ministerial Action Group meetings), clause-by clause analysis of draft bills, bringing out research reports, networking and doing capacity building trainings for governments and civil society. Further information can be found at www.humanrightsinitiative.org. Seriously interested? Please send your CV with references, writing sample, and a cover letter indicating the period during which you’d like to volunteer to info@humanrightsinitiative.org or anand@humanrightsinitiative.org
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