Volunteer human rights officers needed in Cambodia

Voluntary Human Rights in Cambodia

Projects Abroad PRO in Cambodia works with a non-profit NGO which conducts various operations to promote human rights, training and legal consultation.

The situation of human rights in Cambodia is increasingly criticised, both domestically and within the international community. However some progress is being made to strengthen its vigilance on this issue, especially in terms of child trafficking.

This project is perfect for anyone considering voluntary work abroad, lawyers on a career break, human rights activists or international development graduates.

Here you will find answers to the following questions:

How can volunteer human rights officers help in Cambodia?

What will I gain from this project?

What will Projects Abroad PRO provide?

What skills or qualifications do I need?

How do I apply to join this project?

How can volunteer human rights officers help in Cambodia?

As a volunteer human rights officer you can use your knowledge and training to help local staff. You may work on tasks such as:

• Researching a variety of on-going local human rights issues.
• Implementing new human rights projects.
• Communication tasks including helping to translate press releases and statement letters.
• Fundraising and networking.
• Writing proposals in English and filling out grant forms.

Volunteers on this project work from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. Your placement will be at the Cambodian Legal Education Center (CLEC) Phnom Penh, Cambodia.

You will be assigned to work in one of four departments; these are Land and Natural Resources, Labour, Access to Justice and Good Governance. You will work alongside the local program staff and under overall leadership of each department head.

CLEC focuses on projects that combine legal education, legal empowerment and advocacy. Its training is aimed at a wide range of target groups, including local communities, NGOs and government officials.

This project runs all year round so you can join at any time. You decide how much time you can spare and we will help you get the most out of it.

What will I gain from this project?

Voluntary Human Rights in Cambodia

This voluntary work abroad will help you gain experience of human rights in the developing world. You will be working alongside experienced local staff and they will want to share ideas. You will also be able to make a difference and contribute to the development of Cambodian human rights. You will be challenged to work in a new environment with a lack of resources.

Volunteering allows you to fully immerse yourself in a cultural exchange. You will gain a good understanding of Cambodian culture by seeing the country in a unique way.

What will Projects Abroad Pro provide?

We have over 19 years’ experience of running volunteer projects. We provide you with the following support to make sure your time in Cambodia is successful and enjoyable:

• Safe accommodation in a house with fellow volunteers close to your project.
• A local staff member to cook your meals.
• Friendly and dedicated local staff available to help 24 hours a day.
• Airport transfers on arrival and departure.
• Comprehensive medical and travel insurance.
• Social events with other volunteers such as a weekly quiz night.

What skills or qualifications do I need?

If you have completed a bachelors or postgraduate international development or law degree then you are perfectly suited for this project. If you do not have a degree then we require volunteers to have at least 2 years of industry experience.

You must be able to commit to at least 2 months on this project.