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Lead the Regional Office, ensuring effective and cohesive working across an integrated team.
Establish and maintain close and effective working relationships with Amnesty International national entities in the region.
Ensure the Regional Office maintains a watching brief of human rights opportunities and threats in Europe. Maintain an overview of legal, political, human rights and other relevant developments within the region.
Represent Amnesty International externally, building relationships and undertaking advocacy.
Ensure monthly, quarterly and annual reporting as required of progress on the operational plans of the regional office, including monitoring budget and other work plans.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Substantial knowledge and understanding of the political, economic, human rights and social context in the region, and a clear record of standing up for human rights and social justice.
Experience working in a key leadership role in a complex organization, managing a cross-functional team across multiple locations, coaching them toward new ways of working
Substantial experience leading and managing people, providing clear direction, performance management and nurturing talent.
Experience developing and implementing strategies for social impact in a region.