Amnesty International Australia ABN 64 002 806 233

Role Requirements
Role Title: Team: Location: Manager / Supervisor: Date Original Prepared: Classification: Hours: Tenure: Expansion Coordinator (EC) Activism Perth Activism Support Coordinator (ASC) 7 August 2013 Unpaid volunteer role 4-6 hours per week (will increase during O week ) November 2013 March 2014 (4 months)

Primary Objective(s) The Expansion Coordinator is responsible for the planning and implementation of a student activist recruitment project. The aim is to get a group of students at the Edith Cowan University (ECU) to establish an Amnesty campus group in their university. This will broaden Amnesty presence and strengthen its human rights impacts. Reporting Relationship The incumbent reports directly to Activism Support Coordinator. Amnesty International Australia Team The Activism Team helps the organisation create human rights impact by supporting our existing activists and engaging potential activists. This is done through developing activism support systems, creating activism toolkits, providing logistical support for action groups events, providing advice on campaigns, coordinating volunteer recruitment and office administration management. Key Tasks Immersion ! Attend induction and other training events organised in the office. ! From November until January, shadow an active action group and (or) office volunteer team to gain insights into Amnestys campaign and activism work. Campus Engagement ! Establish and maintain a strong relationship with key contacts at ECU Mt. Lawley, including the Guild, relevant Faculty staff and academics.

Amnesty International Australia ! Be the main point of contact for the campus community.

Planning and evaluation ! Work together with the ASC to develop and evaluate recruitment campaign goals. ! Attend weekly meeting with the ASC. Team leadership and management ! Work together with Expansion Coordinator Assistant and Expansion Team members to develop and implement activist recruitment strategies and tactics. This includes organising and running O-Week stall, delivering information sessions, bulk emailing through relevant university channels, leafleting, and etc. ! Coordinate task and project allocation in the team. ! Coach, mentor and train team members. General administration: ! Respond to email and phone calls in a prompt and professional manner. ! Other administrative duties as required. Key relationships Internal ! Activism Support Coordinator. ! Community Organiser. ! Volunteer Coordinator ! Volunteer Coordinator Assistant. ! Activists (group conveners). External ! General public. ! University community. Learning Opportunities: ! Experience of leading and managing a team of people to achieve organisational goals. ! Opportunity to gain knowledge in human rights campaign and activism. ! Gain skills in running non-profit organisation, especially in the area of public information, volunteer management, and public engagement. ! Increased understanding of international human rights issues. Application Process Please send resume and cover letter addressing selection criteria below. Deadline of application is 8 November 2013.

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Amnesty International Australia Selection Criteria Please address these selection criteria in your application. Required attributes: ! Commitment to Amnesty Internationals vision and human rights values. ! Open to learning. ! Reliable. ! Resilient. ! Take initiatives. ! Highly organised. Required abilities and skills: ! Good communication skills. ! Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Desirable: ! Current student at ECU. ! Media / Marketing / International Relations / Public Relations / Politics / Social sciences & Arts background. ! Previous organisational experience that provided leadership and management skills. ________________________________
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You must have valid work rights in Australia to complete an internship / volunteer program at AIA. Please be aware that Amnesty International Australia does not provide volunteers / interns with: Any monetary allowances or remuneration for volunteer internships Accommodation or accommodation allowances Any assistance in organising visas or completing visa applications

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