Full-Time/Fixed term – 8 months

About Avaaz

Avaaz is a leading international organization focused on campaigning and advocacy, boasting a membership of nearly 70 million globally. We’re a prominent force in online activism, rallying individuals worldwide to address pressing issues such as human rights, environmental protection, combating disinformation, and safeguarding democracy.

Our unique model empowers individuals to unite their voices for collective action during critical moments, driving meaningful change on global challenges ranging from climate crisis to human rights violations. For over a decade, we have actively campaigned for Palestinian rights, and this year, we will embark on an ambitious project to further support their pursuit of equity and self-determination.

Avaaz relies solely on small donations from its dedicated members, ensuring our independence and unwavering commitment to addressing the world’s most urgent needs.

Position Overview

The Palestinian people are facing one of the most painful chapters in their history, with over 30,000 people killed in Gaza, close to 10,000 imprisoned, and the expansion of violence in the West Bank. At this moment, the struggle for Palestinian rights is more urgent and important than ever, and this struggle must be led by Palestinian voices. This is why Avaaz is building a team that can help mobilize strategic, people-led local and global action that can help achieve the change needed. 

An essential role in this project, Campaigners work to create and deliver Palestine-focused campaigns in support of a ceasefire in Gaza and freedom for the Palestinian people. The role will focus on leading community research and campaigns, whilst driving volunteer engagement and action. The Campaigner will also be responsible for supporting the lead organizers in preparing for and setting up actions and events. This position will report to one of Avaaz’s Senior Campaign Directors, a leading international figure in the campaign movement for Palestinian rights.

Responsibilities

• Playing a pivotal role in designing the campaign’s overarching strategic vision, while also lending expertise to various campaign endeavors, such as fostering team synergy, cultivating talent, and spearheading transformative initiatives that drive progress..
• Identifying opportunities to create impactful campaigns by keeping a pulse on events in Palestine and around the world
• Leveraging collaborative partnerships with experts to craft strong and innovative strategies, policies, and communications
• Supporting Campaign Directors in organizing campaign actions and logistics, from ad buys to public petition deliveries and direct action on the ground
• Attracting audiences with compelling public speaking and well-designed media activities as well as galvanizing action through online content
• An ability to write and translate information and campaigns into English and Arabic. 

Experience

This dynamic and ever-changing role where Campaigners have the opportunity to use your  adaptable approach and strong initiative to reach and connect with a diverse range of people and communities to ignite action for Palestinian rights. As a culturally rich and diverse organization, we understand that experience comes in all different forms, however, successful candidates will have:

• Brilliant project management skills with an ability to confidently engage with a diverse range of stakeholders and people
• Creativity, strategic thinking, and campaign planning skills
• Passion and commitment to global justice, citizen empowerment, and social change
• A deep understanding of civic advocacy and the mechanics of public campaigning 
• A diplomatic approach and underlying respect which drives and harnesses effective collaboration and project management amongst a diverse range of people and ensures that every voice matters
• A keen enthusiasm for a wide range of global issues and an ability to transition swiftly between them whilst focusing on the details of each
• Deep knowledge of Palestine and Palestinian advocacy spaces
• Experience with both online and offline advocacy campaigning and building online communities
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to produce engaging and action-driven communications
• Eagerness to explore new technologies and platforms to enhance campaign effectiveness
• Fluency in English and Arabic is a requirement. Fluency in other languages is desirable.
  

Location

Our team’s work will be predominantly on the ground in Palestine, with a virtual component where internal work is conducted over email, Google Suites, telephone, and Slack. This particular position will be based in Palestine.

Compensation and Benefits

Our fees are tailored to experience, ensuring competitiveness with renowned international and non-governmental organizations.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion 

As a global organization with millions of members worldwide, it’s important to us that our team reflects the diversity needed to lead a movement of people from across the planet, rising to meet some of the most complex challenges humanity has ever faced. We believe we can only succeed by building a diverse team full of fresh perspectives and original ideas, and we are committed to creating a working environment in which everyone has an equal opportunity to fulfill their potential.

Our team includes native and non-native English speakers, self-taught and university-educated, and people with all sorts of professional backgrounds. If doing the job you just read about would excite you to come to work every day, we want you to apply if you’re talented, hard-working, and committed to making a difference. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, language and accent, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, family/parental or marital status, political affiliation, religion, socioeconomic class/caste, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

We’ll provide reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities or special needs to participate in the application process, so please let us know if you have such a request when you apply.