ELSAM JOB VACANCIES 2026

ABOUT ELSAM

Institute for Policy Research and Advocacy (ELSAM) is a human rights organization, which was established in Jakarta, since August 1993. The aim is to participate in efforts to develop, promote and protect civil and political rights as well as other human rights in general – as mandated by the 1945 Constitution and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Since the beginning, the spirit of ELSAM’s struggle has been to build a democratic political order in Indonesia through the empowerment of civil society through advocacy and promotion of human rights.

Position Information

The Deputy Knowledge and Communications serves as the strategic lead for ELSAM’s knowledge production, thought leadership, research, organizational learning, and strategic communications functions. Reporting to the Executive Director, the incumbent ensures that ELSAM’s research and knowledge products are of high analytical, methodological, and ethical quality and are effectively translated into policy narratives, advocacy strategies, and public communication. 4 Civic space is the environment that enables citizens to participate freely and safely in public affairs and to realize their fundamental rights to expression, peaceful assembly, association, and privacy. A healthy civic space, both online and offline, is a prerequisite for good governance, the rule of law, and democracy.

The position is responsible for developing and strengthening ELSAM’s knowledge cycle, encompassing research, learning, documentation, publication, communication, and advocacy. The Deputy Knowledge and Communications ensures that organizational knowledge is systematically managed, shared, and utilized to strengthen ELSAM’s intellectual leadership and influence in public policy discourse.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience in leading a research team or knowledge unit, with a strong understanding of human rights, democracy, public policy, and emerging issues in Indonesia.
• Proven experience in developing research, publications, policy analysis, evidence-based communications, and advocacy strategies, with the ability to translate research findings into clear and accessible messages.
• Strong communication and writing skills in both Bahasa Indonesia and English, with experience in building and maintaining networks with civil society organizations, research institutions, universities, and other relevant partners.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in law, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Communications, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in policy research, research-based advocacy, or knowledge management, preferably in civil society organizations, think tanks, or research institutions.
• Experience leading research or knowledge teams and developing research agendas, publications, and knowledge products.
• Strong understanding of human rights, democracy, and public policy, particularly in the Indonesian context.
• Strong research, analytical, writing, and communication skills, with the ability to translate research findings into policy recommendations, advocacy, and strategic communication.
• Experience building partnerships with civil society organizations, research institutions, universities, and other knowledge partners, nationally and internationally, with a strong commitment to human rights, democracy, social justice, inclusivity, and ethical research.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit your application to: CLICK HERE

Deadline: October 31, 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.