Human Rights Department Assistant

In People in Need, we believe that people everywhere in the world should have the right to make decisions about their lives and to share the rights expressed in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.   

PIN is one of the key organizations from the Central European region supporting human rights defenders and independent media within our Centre for Human Rights and Democracy (HRD). The HRD’s primary goal is to support independent individuals and groups in repressive and fragile environments who are the target of persecution, harassment, or arrests because of their opinions or activities, and to strengthen civil society in countries that are going through democratic transformation.   

As one of our team members aptly put it: “We strive to be the organization our local partners can rely on in times of need. Building trust-based relationships, developing a deep understanding of context, and being able to provide much-needed support swiftly and flexibly is what motivates us every day.”  

People in Need´s HRD is calling for applications for the position of a Human Rights Department Assistant. 

In this role you will become part of a team with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skills, and you’ll have the opportunity to learn something new every day. Your work will be highly varied, and there will be professional development opportunities based on your interests and initiative. Keep reading and find out more details.   

MAIN FEATURES OF YOUR JOB  

HRD Assistant reports to Deputy Director HRD and communicates and supports all members of the department, helping them with administrative and other tasks.  

Location: Prague (with work-related trips abroad)  
Starting date: As soon as possible  

Work model: Hybrid – combines in-office and remote work  
Type of contract: 0,5 - 0,75 

Salary: 36 – 39 000 for full-time 
Duration: One year with the possibility to extend   

YOUR TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Handling tasks from logistics (e.g., translations, visas, document certification, power of attorney, confidentiality agreements, database management, subscriptions) 

• Providing technical support for event organization 

• Collaborating with other departments and assistants 

• Implementing new processes independently and with team members 

• Managing data in internal systems 

• Updating email lists and groups with logistics 

• Collecting and entering insurance data 

• Conducting WD checks 

• Working closely with logistics 

• Ordering office supplies 

• Booking accommodations and transport 

• Providing relevant information to the finance department 

• Managing the E-learning platform (profiles, competitions, etc.)