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Job Opening
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Posting Title: |
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Human Rights Officer, P3
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Job Code Title: |
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HUMAN RIGHTS OFFICER
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Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
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GENEVA
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Posting Period: |
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5 November 2013-3 January 2014
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Job Opening number: |
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13-HRI-OHCHR-30632-R-GENEVA (R)
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N/A
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United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
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Org. Setting and Reporting
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This position is located in the Groups and Accountability Section, Special Procedures Branch, Human Rights Council and Special Procedures Division (HRCSPD), of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) and the incumbent reports to the Chief of Section.
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Responsibilities
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Under the supervision of the Chief, Groups and Accountability Section, and the general supervision of the Chief of the Special Procedures Branch, the Human Rights Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
• Monitoring the situation regarding the situation of human rights issues worldwide relevant to the assigned mandate through research and analysis of incoming information from governments, IGOs, UN agencies, funds and programmes, as well as NGOs and individuals;
• Assisting the Special Procedures mandate holder(s) in fact-finding missions, including preparation of the mission, drafting of mission reports and follow up to the implementation of the recommendations;
• Providing support to the mandate-holder in drafting of the annual reports to the Human Rights Council and General Assembly, if applicable;
• Following up on implementation of decision rendered by policy-making organs and preparing a work-plan which is coherent with the Branch work-plan and the responsibilities assigned;
• Preparing correspondence for the mandate-holder with governments, IGOs, UN agencies, funds and programmes, as well as NGOs and individuals;
• Drafting oral presentations for the annual reports, as well as other presentations and other articles on the mandate;
• Providing substantive input into OHCHR’s policies and statements in areas relevant to the mandate;
• Liaising with OHCHR thematic and geographic desk officers and with other human rights mechanisms;
• Liaising with representatives of governments, IGOs, UN agencies, funds and programmes, as well as NGOs and individuals in connection with the mandate and representing OHCHR at working level meetings with those partners;
• Undertaking research relating to the mandate;
• Providing administrative support to the mandate-holder;
• Providing guidance to new/junior staff;
• Performing any other duties as assigned by the Chief of Branch/Section.
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Competencies
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PROFESSIONALISM - Good knowledge of and exposure to a range of human rights issues, to include approaches and techniques to address sensitive problems; good knowledge of and exposure to institutional mandates, policies and guidelines relating to thematic procedures of the Human Rights Council; sound knowledge of problems, i.e., political, ethnic, racial, gender, social, economic, etc., having a negative impact on the enjoyment of human rights; good analytical and research skills; sound judgement and negotiating skills. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise, is willing to learn form others; Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decision may not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments, adjust as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.
TECHNOLOGICAL AWARENESS: Keeps abreast of available technology; Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; Shows willingness to learn new technology.
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Education
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Advanced University Degree preferably in law, political science, international relations, social sciences or other disciplines related to human rights. A first-level Univeristy degree in combination with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced University degree.
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Work Experience
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A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible work experience in the human rights or related field, including at the international level. Significant experience of the UN human rights machinery and in particular special procedures mechanisms will be an asset.
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Languages
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Fluency in English or French. Knowledge of the other and/or Spanish is an asset, and knowledge of another UN official language an advantage.
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Assessment
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A written test and competency-based interviews will be used to assess short-listed candidates.
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Special Notice
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Extension of the appointment is subject to Extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
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United Nations Considerations
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The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
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No Fee
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THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
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