Job Description
About Fair Trials
Fair Trials is an international human rights NGO, which exists to build respect for the human right to a fair trial in criminal cases. We have grown gradually over the past decade and have an established track-record as a trusted voice on criminal justice. We have 15 staff across offices in London, Brussels and Washington DC, and are in the process of increasing the geographical reach of our work.
Salary and conditions
The post of Communications Director is full time (35 hrs a week). The gross salary is dependent on experience and place of employment. The role is based in London.
To apply
Please send a CV and a one page cover letter electronically by an email via the button below no later than midday on 13 th March 2023 . Applications received after this will not be considered. Please clearly include your name and "Communications Director" in the subject field of the email.
Your CV and cover letter should include:
- Your name and contact details.
- Your educational history, including universities/colleges attended with dates and significant qualifications obtained.
- Your employment history, including all significant posts you have held - with dates, the names of the employers, and a description of the main duties, together with your present or most recent salary, and your contractual notice period.
- (You should also explain any significant gaps, e.g. covered by travelling, self-employment etc.).
- An explanation of why you would like the job; the qualities you would bring to it; how you would approach the task if you were you awarded the post.
- The names and contact details of two referees who know your work, who may be contacted if you are short-listed. Information about how you learned of the post.
If you have any queries, please send them to the same email address or call Rosalyn Bell on +44 (0)20 7822 2370.
The selection process
Interviews for short-listed candidates will be held remotely during the week commencing 20 th March 2023.
Fair Trials is conducting this appointment on equal opportunity principles and will welcome applications from candidates who can fulfil the requirements of the post irrespective of race, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability.
The personal data which you have provided, and which we may request, in connection with your application, will not be retained beyond 12 months should your application be unsuccessful. If you are appointed, your personal data will only be used for the purposes of human resources management.