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Established more than 80 years ago on the core conviction that freedom flourishes in democratic nations where governments are accountable to their people, Freedom House is a non-partisan, non-profit organization that works to defend and expand freedom globally to help secure a world where all are free. Around the world, repressive regimes are preventing billions of people from exercising their fundamental rights. We identify and analyze threats to freedom, mobilize decision makers to respond to those threats and seize opportunities for progress, and support activists and organizations working to defend and expand freedom. We are dedicated to ensuring that the United States serves as a positive model of democratic practice at home and a consistent champion of freedom globally. By gathering authoritative data and leveraging our global networks, Freedom House is an unwavering beacon in protecting human rights and promoting democratic governance.
All Freedom House employees possess a deep and unwavering commitment to nonpartisanship, with a sustained dedication to the mission of Freedom House. We have a strong work ethic and a keen desire for both personal and professional development. The team is also dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
Freedom House is looking for an enterprising and entrepreneurial leader to direct Free Them All: The Fred Hiatt Program To Free Political Prisoners, an initiative aimed at freeing political prisoners in authoritarian countries and understanding the systemic causes that lead to political imprisonment. This work is done through a combination of advocacy, emergency support, and research and analysis. Authoritarian countries are increasingly constricting civic space, arresting activists, journalists and human rights defenders as part of their campaign to cement control of their countries. There is an urgent need for greater focus, coordination, and energy devoted to freeing prisoners and increasing global attention and engagement on the issue.
Lead the “Free Them All” Program team
Develop a strategy and workplan
Advocate for the release of political prisoners and provide support to their families
Oversee research and analysis on trends in political imprisonment
Liaise with Key Internal and External Stakeholders
Keep PPI Advisory Board members up to date on key achievements and developments.
Connect with key external activists and advocates working on political prisoner issues to maintain a strong network of partners and an understanding of the experts engaged in this area.
Coordinate all case, research, and advocacy work with other departments at Freedom House as relevant, including the Policy & Advocacy, Research, Programs, and Communications Teams.
Serve as a focal point within Freedom House for global political prisoner issues, not just on the Program’s existing political prisoner cases but also for external inquiries on political prisoner issues and for political prisoner issues that arise in other Freedom House reporting, programmatic, and advocacy work.
· Work with Freedom House’s Development Team to engage and update the program’s donors and potential supporters and update and execute strategies to raise funds for the Program.
Requisition Number: 1456