Committee for Justice (CFJ) Human Rights Fellowship 2026 (Nairobi)

The Committee for Justice (CFJ) is an independent human rights organisation based in Geneva, Switzerland, established in 2015. CFJ is committed to supporting victims and human rights defenders who are vulnerable to violations, and works on monitoring, documentation, research and advocacy before regional and international mechanisms. The organisation was granted UN ECOSOC consultative status in 2023 and also maintains an office in Paris.

CFJ is offering a six-month Human Rights Fellowship based in Nairobi, Kenya, commencing in September 2026. The fellowship is designed for early-career individuals under 35 years of age who wish to build practical expertise in monitoring and documenting human rights violations, conducting research and carrying out advocacy with regional and international human rights mechanisms.

This is a full-time role. The working arrangement is approximately 70% office-based and 30% travel for meetings and events, with compensatory time off provided for weekend work.

• Conduct research on human rights issues and compile findings into structured outputs.
• Support advocacy efforts through drafting reports and briefing papers.
• Engage with communities and partners to advance awareness initiatives.
• Assist in organising events, workshops and campaigns.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Under 35 years of age.
• Background in social sciences, law, international law or human rights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (French preferred).
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Flexibility to travel and the ability to adapt to multicultural environments.
• Self-motivation combined with a strong team orientation.

There is no nationality restriction, so applicants from India and elsewhere may apply.

The fellowship is a paid position carrying a monthly stipend (the exact amount is not specified in the announcement). The role is full-time over a six-month term, split roughly 70% office-based work and 30% travel for meetings and events. Compensatory time off is provided where weekend work is required.

Applications are submitted online through the CFJ Smartsheet application form. Candidates should upload an updated resume detailing relevant work experience and language skills. The deadline to apply is 15 August 2026. Applicants are advised to confirm the current application deadline with CFJ (info@cfjustice.org) before applying.