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LWOP Senior Project Organizer

Human Rights Watch
Location
Los Angeles, California, United States; Multiple Locations Considered
Posted
25 days ago
Department
Children's Rights Division
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Experience with the justice system, especially personal experience with incarceration or being a family member of an incarcerated person
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
  • Commitment to supporting formerly sentenced individuals
Nice to have
  • Fluency in other languages, particularly Spanish
  • Experience in community organizing, event planning, or project management
  • Interest in criminal justice reform and human rights
What the job really is

The Senior Project Organizer at Human Rights Watch will lead efforts to end life without parole (LWOP) sentences in California, focusing on building leadership among those affected by LWOP. Responsibilities include developing partnerships, conducting training, coordinating events, and managing communications related to the project. The role emphasizes collaboration with individuals formerly sentenced to LWOP and various stakeholders to promote reform and support reintegration into society.

Benefits
  • Competitive compensation
  • Employer-paid benefits
  • Salary range of USD 68,000 – 76,000
Things to weigh
  • Position is fixed-term for 1 year
  • Role may require occasional travel and evening work
  • Remote work is possible but preferred to be near an HRW office
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