Amnesty International UK - Publishing Coordinator

Amnesty International UK - Publishing Coordinator

FTC until Dec 2019; 35 hours per week; Circa £33,000 per annum; London EC2A

We are looking for a Publishing Coordinator to join us at Amnesty International UK (AIUK) on an FTC until December 2019. This role is based in the Communications and Engagement Team.

The Publishing Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of the publishing programme, using literature to further the understanding and appreciation of human rights, to reach new audiences and to raise the profile of our brand. They will support the planning and execution of our publishing strategy.

You will have experience of publishing, particularly editorial, as well as managing relationships with authors, illustrators and poets. You will have working knowledge of contracts, licences and permissions. You will be well organised with the ability to plan and co-ordinate several projects of conflicting deadlines, as well as the ability to manage volunteers. You will need to write fluently and persuasively and have good interpersonal and negotiation skills.

Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, freedom and truth wherever they're denied. Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 7 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. Our supporters are outraged by human rights abuses but inspired by hope for a better world - so we work to improve human rights through campaigning and international solidarity. We reach almost every country in the world and have:

1. More than 2 million members and supporters who drive forward our fight for rights
2. More than 5 million activists who strengthen our calls for justice

Whether we're applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we're all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.

For further details about the role please visit our Website (https://www.amnesty.org.uk/jobs/publishing-coordinator-ftc). To apply, please complete an application form and email to recruitment@amnesty.org.uk before midday on 7 September 2018.

Interviews will be held at our Shoreditch office on 19 September 2018.

Amnesty International values diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Applications for flexible working will be considered.

Please note that to be considered for this role, candidates must be able to provide proof of their eligibility to work in the UK.