INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS LABORATORY (IHRL)
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Location: Maseru, Lesotho (with travel to Berea and Leribe)
Contract Type: Full-time, 12 months (with possible extension)
Salary: Remuneration details will be shared with shortlisted candidates
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The THUSO Project, supported by the Marang Fund, aims to promote the dignity, safety, and inclusion of LGBTQI+ persons in Lesotho. It addresses structural discrimination in financial services, public infrastructure, correctional facilities, and gender-based violence (GBV) response systems through institutional engagement, policy advocacy, and capacity building.
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The Project Officer will play a key role in the implementation and day-to-day coordination of the THUSO Project. The position requires a highly organised and proactive individual capable of supporting field operations, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring timely and accurate delivery of project outputs. The role demands strong attention to detail, accountability, and a demonstrated commitment to human rights and inclusion.
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โข Support the implementation of project activities across designated districts.
โข Assist in organising training sessions, workshops, and community dialogues.
โข Collect data and support the documentation of human rights violations.
โข Assist in the development and dissemination of advocacy materials and policy briefs.
โข Contribute to project reporting and ensure timely submission of activity reports.
โข Maintain strong working relationships with community partners, stakeholders, and beneficiaries.
โข Support monitoring and evaluation (M&E) processes, including data entry, feedback collection, and progress tracking.
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โข Bachelorโs degree in Law, Social Work, Gender Studies, or a related field.
โข Minimum of 1 year of experience in human rights or community-based programming.
โข Familiarity with LGBTQI+ issues and rights in Lesotho.
โข Strong organisational and facilitation skills.
โข Ability to work effectively in diverse and inclusive team environments.
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Interested candidates should submit:
โข A detailed CV
โข A one-page cover letter
Applications must be sent to [email protected] no later than ๐๐๐ญ๐ก ๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ญ ๐๐:๐๐.
International Human Rights Lab is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.