Deputy Programme Director for Movement support position available in Amnesty International.

About Amnesty International

Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 7 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. It reaches almost every country in the world and have:

• more than 2 million members and supporters who drive forward its fight for rights
• more than 5 million activists who strengthen its calls for justice

Its aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, it campaigns for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they’re denied. And whether it’s applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, it’s all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.

About the Position

The Deputy Programme Director for Movement support will provide oversight, planning, and management for the operations of the Movement Support Team. The team is responsible for the development and implementation of global processes that improve organizational effectiveness and development. Implementation will include frameworks, capacity building, and training to support sections and structures around the world to deliver impact related to strategic goals and to build the Amnesty International movement.

Qualifications and Requirements

• expert knowledge and analytical understanding of social change processes, active participation, development and social movements;
• Proven experience in organizational development and effectiveness, change management, governance, management, structures and processes;
• Experience in organizational models, methods and trends of civil society, NGO and INGO organizational effectiveness; Ability to develop strategies and plans, monitoring and evaluation processes;
• Ability to lead and manage staff and financial resources;
• Experience of managing conflicting demands, meeting deadlines and adjusting priorities;
• Readiness to report and be accountable;
• Strong communication, presentation, advocacy and representational skills;
• Exceptional written and verbal fluency in English and preferably in one or more additional languages including French.

Salary and Benefits

£59,011 per annum and benefits. Benefits include 37 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays and grace days), pension scheme, employee assistance programme, life assurance and many more benefits designed to suit your own personal lifestyle. All of this, in a professional, engaging environment.