Researcher, Koreas
Core
Investigate and analyze human rights abuses in North Korea and advocate for policy changes in South Korea.
Role type
Senior human rights researcher and advocate
Builds
Reports, briefing papers, letters, news releases, op-eds, and submissions to international bodies and governments
Domain
International human rights, North Korea, South Korean foreign policy
Required skills
Human rights law expertise, open-source research, remote and in-person interviewing, strategic advocacy, public speaking, report writing, multi-tasking under pressure
Preferred skills
Knowledge of South Korean civil society, media, parliament, or government
Technologies
Open-source research tools
Responsibilities
Research and document human rights situations in North Korea; write and publicize reports and submissions; assist in developing strategies to change abusive laws; respond to media and public queries; collaborate with NGOs and local organizations; present concerns to government officials and inter-governmental agencies; support fundraising efforts; travel internationally as required
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC