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Researcher, China

Human Rights Watch · International, Foreign Affairs & National Security · $85M budget · Since 1976

Why Human Rights Watch

FY2024 · Form 990Its mission and biggest programs, as filed

Investigates and documents human rights abuses worldwide, publishing reports to protect vulnerable populations and advocate for global justice.

  • Asia division of Human Rights Watch, INC. Monitors and promotes Human Rights in asian countries from afghanistan to the east. Human Rights Watch sends investigative missions to collect information and reports its findings to the public.$2.6M spent in FY2024
  • Middle east & north africa - for more than two decades, Human Rights Watch has worked to expose and curb a wide range of Human Rights violations in the middle east and north africa. With a staff of more than…$2M spent in FY2024
  • Africa division of Human Rights Watch, INC. Monitors and promotes Human Rights in sub saharan africa. Human Rights Watch sends investigative missions to collect information and reports its findings to the public.$1.9M spent in FY2024

Before you apply

FY2023 · Form 990Independent: from IRS data, not the org
Pays its leaders
$100K–$539K
12 officers reported
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt VII · Sec A
Budget
$107.8M
spent in FY2023
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt I · Ln 18
Spent on programs
73%
of spending
Fine: 73% of spending went to programs; 65% to 75%.
Pt IX · Ln 25 · col B
Surplus or deficit
−39%
of revenue, FY2023
Concern: revenue was below expenses in the latest filing.
Pt I · Ln 19
Cash reserves
22 mo
of spending, in cash and securities
Looks good: 21.9 months of spending in cash; 3 or more.
Pt X · Ln 1–2 · Pt I · Ln 18
Latest return
FY2023
latest Form 990
Fine: the latest return is for FY2023, 3 tax years back; within 3 tax years.
IRS e-file
IRS status
501(c)(3)
tax-exempt since 1976
Looks good: listed by the IRS.
IRS BMF
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About the role

The org's own posting, as written

FULL-TIME JOB VACANCY Researcher, China Asia Division Multiple Locations Considered Open Until Filled The Asia Division of Human Rights Watch (HRW) is seeking a Researcher who will investigate, analyze, and advocate against human rights abuses in China. The Asia Division is one of HRW’s six regional research programs and is made up of about 30 staff, many of them based in the region and working in challenging environments. This position reports to the Deputy Asia Director. The full-time position will preferably be based within commuting distance of one of HRW’s offices, though locations in the Asia region may be considered.

Responsibilities

Research, monitor and document the human rights situation in China by collecting and analyzing information from a wide variety of sources including governments, media, academia, NGOs, victims, witnesses, journalists, diplomats, security forces and others; Write and publicize reports, briefing papers, letters, news releases, op-eds, and submissions to international bodies; collect supporting documents and materials such as photographs and videos; Assist in the development and implementation of local, regional, and international strategies to change abusive laws, policies, and practices; Respond to queries from the media, public, and colleagues in the human rights community and take initiative to project concerns in public debates; Assist the Director of the Division and HRW’s Development and Global Initiative Department in conducting fundraising, when needed; Place abuses within the broader political, social and economic contexts and present human rights concerns to government officials, opinion leaders, inter-governmental agencies, and the media; Work closely with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and local human rights organizations to ensure that HRW's work complements and enhances their own work without jeopardizing their security; Liaise effectively with HRW staff located in multiple locations throughout the world to ensure effective coordination and delivery of activities; Travel internationally, as required; Deliver outputs in a timely manner and consistent with the agreed strategy and priorities of the Asia division, and Perform other tasks, as may be required.

Qualifications

Education: An advanced (graduate) degree or equivalent experience in international relations, journalism, law, social sciences, or related studies is required.

Experience

A minimum of five years of professional-level experience working on China is required. Experience working in or knowledge of China’s civil society, media, social media and government policies is preferred. Related Skills and Knowledge: Ability to identify, research, analyze and effectively communicate important human rights developments in China is required. Ability to conduct interviews safely remotely and in-person with a wide range of people, including victims and witnesses, is required. Ability to conduct research through open-sourced investigation…

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About Human Rights Watch

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