LWOP Senior Project Organizer
Quick answer
Human Rights Watch is hiring a Senior Project Organizer (US-based) to lead its project on life without parole sentences in California, with a salary range of $68,000 – 76,000.
- Role
- LWOP Senior Project Organizer
- Organization
- Human Rights Watch
- Location
- Multiple Locations Considered; preferably near an HRW office
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- USD 68,000 – 76,000
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
Human Rights Watch is seeking a Senior Project Organizer to lead its project on life without parole (LWOP) sentences in California, focusing on building leadership capacity of people sentenced to LWOP.
What you'll do
- Establish and maintain relationships with external partners
- Research and maintain electronic filing systems
- Develop and implement trainings for people formerly sentenced to LWOP
- Coordinate meetings and special events
- Support the National LWOP Leadership Council
- Draft communications and represent HRW in public events
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Personal experience with the justice system or formerly incarcerated
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Experience in project management and community organizing
- Commitment to criminal justice reform and human rights
- Fluency in English; proficiency in Spanish is desirable
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive compensation and employer-paid benefits
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
Multiple locations considered; preferably near an HRW office.
What is the compensation?
The salary range is USD 68,000 – 76,000.
What are the key qualifications?
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, personal experience with the justice system, strong organizational and communication skills, and a commitment to criminal justice reform and human rights.
How do I apply?
Apply by visiting the online job portal at careers.hrw.org and attaching a letter of interest and resume. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until September 14, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Human Rights Watch's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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