Korea Future (KF) is seeking a full-time staff member for a project that will focus on documentation and accountability for sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) in North Korea. The successful candidate will work with KF’s team to engage survivors, impacted communities, and international stakeholders; undertake interviews with survivors; and engage in targeted advocacy. 

Experience

Essential

  • Written and spoken fluency in Korean and English;
  • An advanced degree, knowledge, and practical experience of international criminal law and/or international human rights law;
  • Knowledge of international legal procedures and instruments; and
  • Demonstrable research and writing skills in English. 

Desirable 

  • Experience working on matters related to SGBV; 
  • Experience conducting legal research and analysis; and
  • Experience in or knowledge of the situation in North Korea.

Planning and Organisation 

  • Ability to work effectively within a small team and to adhere to deadlines; and
  • Ability to manage large volumes of research and evidential analysis.

Communications and Teamwork

  • Speaks and writes clearly and effectively;
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written);
  • Polite and respectful of others in alignment with our organisational values; and 
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective and harmonious working relations with colleagues.