Liberty In North Korea

 

DESCRIPTION
 
The Communications Manager leads, identifies, develops and schedules the distribution of content across all LiNK communication channels (website, print, blog, video scripts, social media etc) with a focus on consumer audiences. This individual will be responsible for moderating communications throughout the organization. They will use various resources, such as social media monitoring and tracking programs for both internal and external communications to follow, analyze and execute communications. The Communications Manager works to ensure messages are consistent with the overall brand and meet company standards to maintain and promote the positive image on behalf of the organization.
 
The Communications Manager will be responsible for the integration of digital and social communication – writer, editor and production supervisor for digital content initiatives across various channels. They will also be responsible for identifying relevant content ideas and opportunities based on analysis of trends and business integration; create outstanding content in cost-effective ways and distribute that content at optimal times to maximize sharability and engagement.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
 
 
Social Media

• Responsible for developing and overseeing the execution of strategic social media and digital initiatives, including developing and managing viral marketing campaigns, creating and supervising social media accounts, and integrating interactive media into the overall business strategy.
• Responsible for daily posts/tweets to all applicable social media outlets. Other duties include coordinating the marketing calendar with online activity, tracking social media influence measurements, partnering with other departments to ensure proper online messaging and relevancy, ensuring consistency of messages across multiple networks, preparing reports to update internal staff on usage statistics, and continuous monitoring and coverage of all sites.
• Responsible for defining and executing a tailored social media strategy based off careful analysis of data and trends.

Website & Print

• Responsible for stylish writing and frequently posting new content to the internet (website/blog). Duties may also include developing and/or revising text for other venues, including online communities, press releases, web articles and videos. Must demonstrate the ability to write professionally for varied audiences and consistently meet tight deadlines.
• Responsible for the integration of digital and social communication – writer, editor and production supervisor for digital content initiatives across various channels. They will also be responsible for identifying relevant content ideas and opportunities based on trends and business integration; create outstanding content in cost-effective ways and distribute that content at optimal times to maximize sharability and engagement.

Analytics

• Analyze marketing analytics, including internet trends, site features and best practices. Other responsibilities include performing web, email, and social media data analysis.
• Leading and managing the implementation of all SEO recommendations, and acting as the natural search subject matter expert, tying in social marketing and content strategies to Facebook, Twitter video, blogs and other user-generated content initiatives.
• Responsible for analyzing online data and making recommendations using web analytics applications. Duties include providing insights and information needed to make sound business decisions surrounding the online space, developing and executing best practice analytics strategy, and implementing new functionality as needed to deliver sound analytics support.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENT AND QUALIFICATIONS
 
This individual should have deep experience with online social media platforms and be interested in learning and gaining practical experience in a flexible, creative, and forward-thinking environment. The position will provide the opportunity to gather real world experience in integrated marketing, event promotion, and social media marketing.

The right candidate will have a degree in marketing, journalism or new media, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills (including proofreading), and have expert knowledge of social networking channels.

Please download the application instructions below or email [email protected] for more information.

 

DESCRIPTION
 
Here at LiNK, we’re all about changing perception on North Korea. To do this, we need to communicate effectively with the public and ensure that everything we produce reflects our important mission. The Graphic Designer will have a hands on role in LiNK’s Creative Department, working with the team to build LiNK’s brand and grow a global movement to see Liberty in North Korea. This is an incredible opportunity for a junior to senior level designer to work with a dedicated (and totally awesome) team of creatives on a wide variety of projects that may include:

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• The graphic designer will be responsible for managing most projects independently, as well as assisting the team on larger projects
• Work with the creative team on project research, conception, development, production and delivery
• Manage day to day responsibilities, while remaining flexible to the creative/communication needs of the organization
• Work on a wide variety of graphic design applications for print, web and video projects
• Brainstorm / Ideation with creative team
• Playing an active role in the creative/communication needs LiNK

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Editorial design | Booklets, reports, web page layouts, presentations
• T-shirts & merchandise design
• Informational design, infographics, web banners / images
• Campaign development
• Web design | front end design (wordpress cms)
• Photo editing & organizing
• Working with your hands: wood, paint, etc. (Building displays)
• Research, ideation, development, production, delivery, party

CORE PROFICIENCIES

• Strong attention to detail
• Very strong typography knowledge and skill
• Strong understanding of the elements of design
• Ability to work creatively within the LiNK brand identity standards
• Designer must be able to work well under direction
• Ability to work within a team, as well as independently
• Strong project / time management skills
• Ability to set and meet strict deadlines
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Solid knowledge of Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop
• Knowledge of basic print production standards
• Basic Web knowledge (Basic HTML / CSS) (Advanced web knowledge a plus)
• Video production knowledge a plus

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Teachability and desire to learn
• Hard worker. Seriously, lazy / shortcut takers need not apply
• Great attitude. We work hard, but have a radical time doing it
• Strong communication skills (interpersonal, meetings and email communication)
• Organized, clean and efficient workflow, important as multiple people may work on one project at a time

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Candidates with experience will be given first consideration
• 4 year Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design

Please submit a cover letter, resume or CV, 3 professional references and a portfolio of your work to [email protected]

 

DESCRIPTION
 
LiNK Protection Officers (PO’s) play an integral and often unseen role in the underground movement. North Korean refugees hiding in China depend on our partners and PO’s to guide them out of “the underground” and assist them as they await resettlement to safer countries. PO’s are challenged and required to undertake several roles concurrently as government officials and their implementing partners work with them to ensure the well-being and efficient processing of these refugees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Advocate for, assist, and protect North Korean refugees
• Work with LiNK HQ and affiliate satellite offices to better address and respond to the challenges faced by refugees in hiding and in transition
• Provide valuable input for long-term strategies in the field
• Coordinate and provide holistic, multi-disciplinary, and culturally-competent resources to ensure successful resettlement experiences
• Conduct field research and lead fact-finding missions in the region
• Supervise coordination of logistics, manage relevant finances, and execute rescue missions
• Assist with intakes, interviews, and documentation as needed
• Perform assignments as requested by HQ, including various administrative functions necessary for the efficient operation of projects

REQUIREMENTS

A qualified individual will have undertaken activities that readily show his/her commitment to the issue and dedication to LiNK’s mission and principles. An ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of and interest in the North Korea crisis and relevant issues regarding refugees and the resettlement process. Fluency in English is required, as well as a very strong command of the Korean language. Preference will be given to those with an intimate knowledge of and experience with Korean culture and people, as well as extensive experience with international work/travel. This individual should possess proven qualities of leadership and an ability to provide principled, effective, and sustainable responses to complex problems. Other desired qualities include adaptability; a demonstrated ability to maintain focus and vigilance in a complex environment, which could consist of political, emotional, and possible physical dangers; ability to effectively work in a team; strong demonstrated computer literacy skills; a background in social work, case management, refugee issues, mental health, or development; experience in the field of North Korea or human rights issues.

Minimum commitment of 18 months is required (this includes training).

Please download an application below or email [email protected] for more information.

 

DESCRIPTION
 
LiNK’s approach to providing emergency relief remains a priority as we bring North Korean refugees who are hiding in China through the underground to Southeast Asia where we assist them through their processing to safe countries and continue to support them after they have resettled. Our ROK Resettlement Assistance Program is designed to provide supplementary assistance to refugees who have resettled in South Korea where more than 24,000 North Korean refugees reside. The ROK Resettlement Coordinator will work closely with the ROK Resettlement Manager to develop and expand programs that will help support and empower them to become self-sufficient, healthy, and contributing members of society and give them the best chance of fulfilling their potential and enjoying success in their new lives.
 
*Note: May involve some domestic travel.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide holistic and comprehensive case management services
• Connect clients with appropriate community resources
• Contribute to the development and implementation of resettlement assistance initiatives

QUALIFICATIONS

• Korean and English proficiency
• Experience working or volunteering with North Korean defectors
• Ability to work well independently and also within a team
• Background in social work or case management (preferred)

Please submit a cover letter, resume/CV in both Korean and English, and the contact information for 3 professional references to [email protected]

THE OPPORTUNITY
 
Do you have what it takes to be LiNK’s voice on the web? Media engagement is vital in order to provide dynamic communication between LiNK and our diverse demographic. You will play a major role in LiNK’s social media outreach and external communication. You will also be applying your critical thinking skills to effectively manage, maintain and improve our social media channels.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Write new content for LiNK’s Facebook, Twitter and other social media accounts
• Manage social media accounts and keep content consistent and updated
• Prepare content for newsletters, LiNK’s website and other print materials
• Use monitoring tools and analytics to measure and track LiNK’s activities online
• Find and cultivate social media contacts to spread the word about LiNK
• Stay on the cutting edge of advertising and content opportunities across the web
• Work on search engine optimization efforts
• Maintain a database of LiNK’s media coverage

QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in social media
• Attention to detail
• Time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• Creativity is a must
• Quick learner, proactive person with strong interpersonal skills

INTERNSHIP DATES
 
This position is being offered as a full-time or part-time internship from June to August in the summer and August to December in the fall.

APPLICATION DETAILS
 
Please submit a cover letter, resume or CV, 3 professional references and several writing samples to [email protected]

THE OPPORTUNITY
 
A significant portion of LiNK’s funds is supported by individual donors, and the Donor Relations Intern is crucial in maintaining these relationships. You will be running and developing strategies that provide a personal and courteous interaction between LiNK and its supporters. You will also be responsible for updating recurring donors on the progress of the organization, made possible through their support.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain a donor database that reflects proper contact/mailing information for campaigns and
  “thank yous”
• Communicate with recurring donors through phone and email
• Provide donors with a summary of their contributions as requested
• Develop relationships with recurring and one time donors
• Help to develop sustainable infrastructures for LiNK’s recurring donation program

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, must be comfortable on the phone
• Respectful and enthusiastic

INTERNSHIP DATES
 
This position is being offered as a full-time or part-time internship from June to August in the summer and August to December in the fall.

APPLICATION DETAILS
 
Please submit a cover letter, resume or CV and 3 professional references to [email protected]

THE OPPORTUNITY
 
The Graphic Design Intern will assist in the development of graphic and other multimedia content for print and web, as well as help brainstorm new campaigns and ideas. This person must have a solid understanding of design principles as well as knowledge of typography and type control.
 
This person must be experienced in Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Also, this person must have a solid understanding of web design standards as well as a pre-press and print production.
 
This person should have a passion for using their creative abilities in the human rights field and be able to collaborate in a team but also work without much direction and think independently. This person must be able to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.

INTERNSHIP DATES
 
This position is being offered as a full-time internship from June to August in the summer and August to December in the fall.

APPLICATION DETAILS
 
Please submit a cover letter, resume or CV, 3 professional references and a portfolio of your work to [email protected]

THE OPPORTUNITY
 
We are constantly on the lookout for passionate and creative individuals to contribute to this movement and to LiNK’s work. Working alongside the HR & Recruitment Manager, you will play an essential role in every stage of the recruitment process from brainstorming new ideas to assessing and improving current recruitment methods and strategies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with scheduling and conducting interviews
• Communicate with potential intern candidates and responding to internship inquiries
• Coordinate and attend job fairs and other recruitment events
• Research new online platforms for posting job and internship opportunities
• Brainstorm and implement new strategies for recruitment

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent written, verbal and email communication skills
• Organized, efficient, and extremely detail oriented

INTERNSHIP DATES
 
This position is being offered as a full-time internship from June to August in the summer and August to December in the fall.

APPLICATION DETAILS
 
Please submit a cover letter, resume or CV and 3 professional references to [email protected]

RESPONSIBILITIES
 
While in office, you will be reaching out to venues in your assigned region, organizing documentary screenings to book your tour.
 
After 5 intensive weeks of booking and training, you will set out with your team of 3 in LiNK vans traveling city to city, where you’ll be speaking to hundreds of people each day.
 
While nuclear weapons and crazy dictators continue to be icons of North Korea in the media, your task at each screening will be to shift the public’s perception away from politics and to share the incredible stories of the North Korean people.
 
You will empower people to join this movement and you will have played a crucial part in seeing liberty come to North Korea.
 
 
QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong belief in the mission of LiNK
• Outgoing, motivated and deeply committed
• Flexible and willing to work on a team
• Eager to travel to further LiNK’s programs

INTERNSHIP DATES
 
This position is being offered as a full-time internship from August to December. This position is only offered in the spring and fall semesters.

TRANSPORTATION AND BENEFITS
 
Once you arrive at our headquarters, all transportation and housing will be provided for you. While on tour, housing as well as many meals will be provided for you by LiNK contacts.
 
 

THE OPPORTUNITY
 
The efficient management of daily operations is essential for LiNK to be able to develop, grow and be sustained over time. Working closely with our HR & Recruitment Manager and the Internal Operations Department, you will gain experience in organizational management while developing your skills through the unique and ever-changing duties of office administration.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and coordinate internal office events
• Manage LiNK volunteers and volunteer interests
• Develop new ways for people to get involved in the local LA area
• Manage product inventory for the online LiNK store, as well as oversee shipping and
  fulfillment of our products
• Assist with daily maintenance of office equipment and supplies
• Ensure that all day-to-day administrative functions are being carried out
• Provide support in planning LiNK events

QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent written, verbal and email communication skills
• Organized, efficient, and detail oriented
• Reliable and self-motivated
• Flexible and willing to take on a variety of responsibilities

INTERNSHIP DATES
 
This position is being offered as a full-time or part-time internship from June to August in the summer and August to December in the fall.

APPLICATION DETAILS
 
Please submit a cover letter, resume or CV and 3 professional references to [email protected]

THE OPPORTUNITY
 
This is one of the most versatile internships available at LiNK. The ROK Office Administrator and Translation Intern will have the unique opportunity to help manage daily operations in ROK and work closely with the Director of Field Operations to support the resettlement assistance team while gaining experience in translation and interpretation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that day-to-day administrative functions are being carried out
• Plan and coordinate internal office events
• Provide support in planning LiNK events
• Contribute to the development and implementation of resettlement assistance initiatives
• Translate documents and interpret (Korean and English)

QUALIFICATIONS
 

• Korean and English proficiency (intern will work with both languages)
• Excellent written, verbal, and email communication skills
• Organized, efficient, and detail-oriented
• Reliable and self-motivated
• Flexible and willing to take on a variety of responsibilities

INTERNSHIP DATES
 
This position is being offered as a full-time or part-time internship that requires a minimum 4-month commitment in Seoul, South Korea. Applications are accepted year round.

APPLICATION DETAILS
 
Please submit a cover letter, resume/CV in both Korean and English, and the contact information for 3 professional references to [email protected]

THE OPPORTUNITY
 
LiNK’s approach to providing emergency relief remains a priority as we bring North Korean refugees who are hiding in China through the underground to Southeast Asia where we assist them through their processing to safe countries and continue to support them after they have resettled. Our ROK Resettlement Assistance Program is designed to provide supplementary assistance to refugees who have resettled in South Korea where more than 24,000 North Korean refugees reside. The ROK Resettlement Assistance Program Intern will work closely with the ROK Resettlement Manager to develop and expand programs that will help support and empower them to become self-sufficient, healthy, and contributing members of society and give them the best chance of fulfilling their potential and enjoying success in their new lives.
 
*Note: May involve some domestic travel.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducting research ranging from services and programs for defectors to resources
  for successful resettlement
• Building and expanding capacity for defectors
• Contributing to the development and implementation of new initiatives
• Assisting in case management
• Administering practical support for defectors’ needs
• Translating documents (Korean and English)

QUALIFICATIONS
 

• Korean and English proficiency (intern will work with both languages)
• Experience working or volunteering with North Korean defectors
• Ability to work well independently and also within a team
• Background in social work or case management (preferred)

INTERNSHIP DATES
 
This position is being offered as a full-time or part-time internship that requires a minimum 6-month commitment in Seoul, South Korea. Applications are accepted year round.

APPLICATION DETAILS
 
Please submit a cover letter, resume/CV in both Korean and English, and 3 professional references to [email protected]

THE OPPORTUNITY
 
With an increasing number of North Korean refugees desperately seeking to escape hiding in China, LiNK’s approach to providing emergency relief remains a priority as we bring refugees through “the underground” safely to our transition shelter in Southeast Asia. We are committed to assisting refugees through their processing to safe countries, and also as they adjust to their newfound freedom. Our US Resettlement Assistance Program is designed to provide supplementary assistance to our refugees once they have resettled (often in South Korea or the U.S.). As the US Resettlement Assistance Program Intern, you will work closely with our US Resettlement Manager in providing support to and further developing our resettlement programs.
 
*Note: May involve some domestic travel.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct general research ranging from services and programs for refugees to resources for
  successful resettlement
• Contribute to the development and implementation of new initiatives
• Assist with case management for our clients in the US

QUALIFICATIONS

• Korean language proficiency (highly preferred but not required)
• Experience working with North Korean refugees or refugee populations is preferred
• Strong interest in U.S. refugee resettlement
• Background in policy, social work, or case management (not required)
• Ability to work well independently and also within a team
• Detail-oriented
• Strong written communication skills

INTERNSHIP DATES
 
This position is being offered as a full-time internship from June to August in the summer and August to December in the fall.

APPLICATION DETAILS
 
Please submit a cover letter, resume or CV and 3 professional references to [email protected]

THE OPPORTUNITY
 
Rescue Teams play a vital role in our Movement. They are made up of groups of individuals who want to make an impact on the North Korean people. They work to shift the public’s perception on North Korea in their communities and raise funds to rescue refugees. You will work alongside the Rescue Team Coordinator to expand and improve the Rescue Team program, build strong connections between LiNK HQ and our Rescue Teams worldwide and provide Rescue Team leaders with guidance, exclusive updates and creative outreach strategies.
 
To see what Rescue Teams are all about, read more.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build positive relationships with Rescue Team leaders through emails and phone calls
• Contact Rescue Teams to organize documentary screenings through our national tour
• Develop resources for Rescue Teams that will be available online
• Provide regular updates and maintain communication with Rescue Teams through the LiNK
  Rescue Team Facebook page
• Compile photos and blog posts from Rescue Teams or about Rescue Teams for the LiNK Blog
• Assist with the enrolling of new Rescue Teams
• Visit Rescue Teams in the local LA area with the Rescue Team Coordinator
• Identify potential ways to improve the Rescue Team program

QUALIFICATIONS
 
We’re looking for a creative and enthusiastic individual with strong interpersonal, organizational, and writing skills. The ideal candidate will have experience working with or leading student or community groups.

INTERNSHIP DATES
 
This position is being offered as a full-time or part-time internship from June to August in the summer and August to December in the fall.

APPLICATION DETAILS
 
Please submit a cover letter, resume or CV and 3 professional references to [email protected]

THE OPPORTUNITY
 
LiNK is working with experts and fellow activists from around the world to discuss and develop long-term, people-focused strategies to help the North Korean people achieve their liberty. As an intern, you will work alongside our Director of Research & Strategy to fulfill an important part of LiNK’s mission, which is to “pursue an end to the North Korea crisis.”

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute research and monitor media to keep LiNK and our partners up to date with
  developments on the issue
• Contribute to the writing and production of external communication materials
• Identify advocacy opportunities
• Respond to external requests for information and contribute to strategy discussions

QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity and keen interest in issues related to North Korea
• Strong research skills
• Strong critical, analytical, creative thinking skills
• Strong writing and communication skills

PREFERRED

• Korean language skills
• Political science background
• Previous NGO (Non-Governmental Organization) experience

INTERNSHIP DATES
 
This position is being offered as a full or part-time internship in either Seoul, South Korea or Los Angeles from June to August in the summer and August to December in the fall. (these dates are subject to change).
 
*Please note that if you are applying to intern in South Korea, housing and transportation are not provided.

APPLICATION DETAILS
 
Please submit a cover letter, resume or CV, three professional references and a writing sample to [email protected] Your writing sample should be 2-4 pages in length and highlight your research abilities and writing style.

THE OPPORTUNITY
 
National tours play a major part in spreading awareness about the North Korea crisis. Through organizing film screenings of our documentary at high schools, colleges and religious institutions across the country, we are mobilizing people to take part in seeing an end to the human rights abuses in North Korea. These events can be someone’s only opportunity to learn about this issue, making LiNK’s presence crucial. You will be assisting our Movement Team in booking LiNK events across the country, as well as assisting our contacts to effectively promote LiNK screenings in their community. Your efforts will have a direct impact on the success of our tours.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reach out to both new and old venues to organize LiNK screenings for our national awareness
  tours
• Communicate creative and effective promotional strategies to our contacts who have already
  booked screenings
• Create resources necessary to promote cooperation between contacts and LiNK HQ to ensure
  the success of screenings
• Contribute to brainstorms about creative ways to connect with new venues across the country,
  and ways to foster meaningful relationships with venues we already visit

QUALIFICATIONS
 
We are looking for creative, outgoing, energetic and organized individual to join our team. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are a must.

INTERNSHIP DATES
 
This position is being offered as a full-time internship from June to August in the summer and August to December in the fall.

APPLICATION DETAILS
 
Please submit a cover letter, resume or CV and 3 professional references to [email protected]