Regional Human Rights Specialist
Quick answer
Wildlife Conservation Society is hiring a mid-level Regional Human Rights Specialist in Kigali, Rwanda, to lead and support the standardization of human rights integration and rights-based approaches across conservation programs in Africa. The position is full-time and requires an advanced degree in Law or relevant field and at least five years of experience in human rights advocacy, research, policy, or monitoring and reporting.
- Role
- Regional Human Rights Specialist
- Organization
- Wildlife Conservation Society
- Location
- Kigali, Rwanda (or another WCS Africa hub location)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
The Regional Human Rights Specialist will lead and support the standardization of human rights integration and rights-based approaches across WCS conservation programs throughout Africa.
What you'll do
- Work with Senior Human Rights Specialist to ensure the implementation of WCS's rights-based conservation approach
- Coordinate with Regional Social Safeguards leads to support country programs and landscapes to integrate human rights into conservation planning
- Conduct human rights impact assessments and analyses for new sites and other situations as needed
- Support the development and review of organizational guidance, tools, frameworks, and operational procedures related to human rights
What it takes
- Advanced degree in Law or other relevant field
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in human rights advocacy, research, policy or monitoring and reporting
- Proven experience working directly with Indigenous Peoples, local communities, civil society organizations, and/or government stakeholders in the context of Africa
- Fluency in English and ability to work professionally in French
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Kigali, Rwanda (or another WCS Africa hub location).
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
The key qualifications required include an advanced degree in Law or other relevant field, minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in human rights advocacy, research, policy, or monitoring and reporting, and proven experience working directly with Indigenous Peoples, local communities, civil society organizations, and/or government stakeholders in the context of Africa.
How do I apply?
Interested candidates should apply through the provided link by October 30, 2026.
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office.
How to apply
Apply directly on Wildlife Conservation Society's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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