Join Our Mission as a Consultant Human Rights Storyteller (voluntary) – Where Creative Narratives Drive Social Change!
Are you an imaginative storyteller with a passion for crafting captivating and thought-provoking narratives?
Whether your experience lies in journalism, creative writing or another storytelling medium, your unique voice can help shine a light on the critical importance of human rights.Â
At Just Access, we invite you to lend your creative talents to our cause, and help us to build a better world, one human rights story at a time!
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About us
Just Access uses the power of law to unlock economic, social, cultural, and environmental rights, so that every person can live a life with dignity.
At Just Access, we believe that human rights are the bedrock of a life with dignity. By unlocking access to justice, individuals are empowered to claim their rights, shape secure futures, and enrich their communities.
Just Access is a small but ambitious organisation with a close-knit, enthusiastic team. We dedicate ourselves every day to making a difference in the lives of people and communities around the world. By telling compelling, inspiring human rights stories, you will help us to engage and enthuse diverse audiences to contribute to the protection of human rights.
To find out more about our mission, read our Mission Statement
Your Role
As our consultant Human Rights Storyteller, you will play a pivotal role in our communications team by transforming complex human rights issues into engaging, accessible narratives. By telling captivating stories, you will not only clarify legal challenges but also illuminate the essential role of justice in empowering individuals and communities. Working across multiple platforms and formats, you will ensure our message resonates with a diverse audience—from children and students to seasoned advocates.
In particular, you’ll support the Just Access team to:
Crafting Website Narratives:
Develop compelling, long-form stories that break complex human rights topics into human, engaging, affecting content.Social Media Storytelling:
Create succinct, impactful narratives that highlight current casework and initiatives across our social media channels.Visual Storyboarding:
Collaborate with our graphic design team to create visual storyboards that complement your written work and enhance our messaging.Video Script Development:
Conceptualise and script innovative video content—whether in a talking-head format or through animation—to bring our stories to life.
Your profile
We are seeking a passionate, imaginative storyteller with a deep commitment to advancing human rights. Whether you come from a background in journalism, creative writing, or a related field, you have a talent for transforming complex issues into engaging narratives that resonate with a broad audience.
Key qualities we are looking for include:
A Strong Creative Background:
Experience in creative writing, journalism, or a related field, with a proven ability to transform complex subjects into compelling narratives.Exceptional Communication Skills:
The talent to distil legal and human rights issues into stories that resonate with diverse audiences.Versatility Across Formats:
Proficiency in adapting your storytelling style for various platforms—from detailed articles and social media posts to visual storyboards and video scripts.A Collaborative Spirit:
The capacity to work effectively within a dynamic, multidisciplinary team, including legal experts, graphic designers, and advocacy specialists.A Passion for Human Rights:
A genuine commitment to advancing the rights of marginalised communities and a clear understanding of the barriers to accessing justice.
Prior experience with NGO projects or social justice initiatives is an asset, though a strong passion for human rights and innovative storytelling is the key driver for success in this role.
An excellent level of written English is essential. The ability to work in German is an advantage.
What we offer
- An exciting role in a friendly and dedicated team, with room for initiative and creativity. You can expect an inspiring environment with an open and appreciative working atmosphere where you can actively contribute to a fairer world;
- Impact-oriented activities to promote human rights and justice on a global scale through international law;
- Flexible volunteering that adapts to your schedule;
- The opportunity to use your skills and passion to support the promotion of human rights around the world;
- A caring workplace based on solidarity and cooperation;
- A committent to your development, and active support for the next stages of your career.
Equal opportunities
Just Access e.V. is actively committed to an inclusive working environment where diversity and equal opportunities are core values. We expressly welcome applications from members of under-represented groups and proactively work against discrimination on the basis of gender, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability. Together, we can create a culture of respect where everyone has an equal opportunity to grow and succeed.
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Submitting your application
If you are ready to use your creative talents to make a meaningful impact on the global human rights landscape, we would love to hear from you. Join us in our mission to empower marginalised voices and promote access to justice for all.
Please send a letter of motivation and your writing CV to contact [at] just-access.de.
Contact for enquiries: For further information, please contact Tom Sparks, Director of Just Access e.V., at the email address above.
