Regional Human Rights Specialist, Africa
Quick answer
Wildlife Conservation Society is hiring a mid-level Regional Human Rights Specialist, based in Kigali, Rwanda, to lead and support the standardization of human rights integration and rights-based approaches across conservation programs in Africa.
- Role
- Regional Human Rights Specialist, Africa
- 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 across all Africa programs
- 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
- Review Africa-level Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that embed human rights principles into field operations as needed together with regional safeguards leads, based on WCS institutional policies
- Design and deliver human rights trainings with a focus on practical application of human rights protection and human rights-based approaches in the context of field implementation, community conservation and conservation law enforcement (or equivalent)
What it takes
- Advanced degree in Law or other relevant field with a specialization in human rights; a first degree with relevant experience and certificates can be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.
- 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.
- Experience in conservation programs or issues relating to conservation.
- Experience with grassroots advocacy or human rights defenders.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Kigali, Rwanda, or another WCS Africa hub location.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced degree in Law or other relevant field with a specialization in human rights, minimum of five years of experience in human rights advocacy, and proven experience working with Indigenous Peoples and local communities in Africa.
How do I apply?
Interested candidates should apply through the application tab by October 30, 2026.
Is the job remote?
The job is based in Kigali, Rwanda, or another WCS Africa hub location, and is not remote.
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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