Role: Global Campaigns Officer

Please read this role descriptor carefully - have you got the essential skills or experience that we need?

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Reporting to: Ilia Hionidou (Lead Volunteer)

 

What does this role do?

The Global Campaigns Team plays a crucial role in amplifying ReportOUT’s impactful projects across both national and international avenues and forums, such as the UN, the EU. Through strategic campaigning and collaborative efforts, we are dedicated to advancing ReportOUT’s overarching mission defend the human rights of individuals with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities, expressions, and sex characteristics (SOGIESC). By participating in arenas such as the UN and the EU, we can raise awareness, contribute to crucial discussions, and advocate for meaningful change on a global scale.  What do we do?

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Research Dissemination  

Our team ensures that ReportOUT's research reaches key international bodies and stakeholders. We compile and disseminate our findings in accessible and impactful formats, tailored to resonate with global audiences be it through UN statements or through our report launch strategies. By making our research widely available, we aim to inform and inspire action towards greater equity and justice.  

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International Engagement  

We actively participate in calls for research and information made by institutions such as the UN. Our team members are dedicated to bringing ReportOUT's research to these platforms, using it to highlight human rights issues, to ensure that noone gets left behind. Through these engagements, we strive to impact global discourses and ensure that the needs of sexual and gender minorities are addressed at the highest levels.  

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Membership  

ReportOUT is proud to be a member of several key networks and organisations, including ILGA World, The Commonwealth Equality Network (TCEN), UK Alliance for Global Equality (UKAGE), and the Equal Rights Coalition (ERC). These memberships allow us to collaborate with like-minded organisations, share knowledge, and strengthen our advocacy efforts. By being part of these alliances, we ensure that our voice - and the voices of those we represent - are heard in crucial international conversations. 

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As a Global Campaigns Officer, you will play a crucial role in the planning, execution, and management of our global campaigns. Your responsibilities will include: 

 

Campaign Strategy and Planning: 

• Develop and implement comprehensive campaign strategies to achieve our organisational goals. 

• Conduct desk-based research to identify LGBTI advocacy opportunities at the UN, EU and in the UK. 

• Collaborate with other ReportOUT teams (research, communications, events) to ensure effective execution of campaign goals.

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Outreach and Partnerships: 

• Build and maintain relationships with partner organisations, embassies, and stakeholders to enhance campaign reach. 

• Identify and engage with potential partners and collaborators to support campaign initiatives. 

• Represent ReportOUT at events, meetings, and conferences as needed. 

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Essential skills, experience, or qualifications you need for this particular role: 

• Interest in LGBTI human rights and sustainable development. 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

• Ability to organise own time and work effectively remotely. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office. 

• Ability to speak English to a C1 level. 

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Desirable skills, experience, or qualifications: 

• Experience in advocacy, campaign planning and execution. 

• Experience in grassroots organising, or community and activist work. 

• Experience and knowledge in UN, EU, or Council of Europe engagement mechanisms. 

• Background in international relations, development or policy. 

• Ability to speak a language other than English. 

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