Associate, Media

FULL-TIME JOB VACANCY 
MEDIA ASSOCIATE
Media Division
Multiple Locations Considered
Application Deadline: 27 September 2026

The Media Division of Human Rights Watch (“HRW”) is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of Associate, to provide administrative and research assistance to the regional media team. The Media Division is part of the Communications Department, which shapes the organization's public voice and influence, ensuring our research and advocacy inform global debates, reach key decision-makers, and drive accountability for human rights abuses wherever they occur.

The successful candidate for this position will support the regional media teams in their efforts to drive strategic outreach with earned media around the world. Reporting to HRW’s Media Director, the successful candidate will be located near one of HRW’s global offices in Amman, Beirut, Johannesburg, or Nairobi with in-office presence expected 2-3 times per week. 

The Associate position is full-time and will occasionally require availability to work evenings and weekends with appropriate compensation.

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