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Job Opening
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Posting Title: |
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Human Rights Officer (Temporary Job Opening), P4 (Temporary Job Opening)
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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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NEW YORK
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Posting Period: |
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27 August 2015-10 September 2015
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Job Opening number: |
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15-HRI-OHCHR-47362-J-NEW YORK (X)
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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 Peace Missions Support Section (PMSS) within the Field Operations and Technical Cooperation Division (FOTCD) of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR).
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Responsibilities
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Under the direct supervision of the Chief of the Peace Missions Support Section (PMSS) and the general guidance of the Director of the Field Operations and Technical Cooperation Division, the incumbent is responsible for coordinating OHCHR action to support the Implementation of the Human Rights Due Diligence Policy (HRDDP) in UN peace mission contexts. Functions will include: -Liaise with human rights components in UN peace missions to monitor, advise and provide technical support on the interpretation and implementation of the policy, including with regards to drafting mission standard operating procedures (SOPs), supporting the establishment of monitoring mechanisms, advising on the conduct of risk assessments, on the adoption of appropriate operational tools and, and on roles and responsibilities of mission components; - Engage strategically with relevant counterparts supporting peace missions at headquarters and in the field to identify efficient mitigatory measures to be included in support provided to non-UN military forces; assist in the design and support the implementation of an HRDDP compliant strategy for UN support to regional peacekeeping operations ; - Ensure continued dissemination of the policy and related tools within the UN system and engage with external actors on HRDDP-related issues, namely Member States, regional organisations, and civil society; - Inform the Chief of the Peace Missions Support Section and OHCHR Senior Management on the level and status of HRDDP implementation in peace mission settings and developments that may affect it; - Maintain effective partnerships and raise awareness on the policy and on the implications of the HRDDP within the United Nations, regional organisations and with Troop and Police Contributing Countries (TCCs, PCCs), notably to ensure the integrate the policy dimensions into planning and budgeting; - Ensure the coherence of the understanding and implementation of the policy across peace missions and where relevant within the UN system at country level; identify best practices and integrate findings in the tools and mechanisms for furthering the policy; - Collect good practices and lessons learnt on implementation and develop specific OHCHR operational guidance to facilitate HRDDP implementation across UN peace missions; - In coordination with relevant counterparts, contribute to the drafting of reports on the implementation of the policy, including the reports of the Secretary-General to the UN Security Council; - Perform other duties as required
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Competencies
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PROFESSIONALISM: Comprehensive knowledge of and exposure to a range of human rights issues related to operational, capacity and institutional building support of national security forces; very good knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines related to security sector issues in the U.N. system and to peace operations mandates; sound knowledge of the Human Rights Due Diligence Policy on UN support to non-UN security forces (HRDDP) and of its applicability in peace missions contexts; very good knowledge of human rights protection systems; strong analytical and research skills and ability to conduct in-depth studies and reach conclusions on possible causes and solutions to human rights problems; ability to develop frameworks, methodological tools and guidelines. Shows pride in work and in achievements; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments; Adjusts priorities 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. TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. 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 audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
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Education
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An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, political science, international relations or a human rights-related area. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
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Work Experience
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A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in human rights, political affairs or a related area, of which at least half is at the international level performing human rights functions, are required. Human rights monitoring and reporting experience in the field is required. Experience working in a UN field presence in a conflict or post-conflict context is required. Experience working on human rights issues related to security forces is desirable. Experience in monitoring or supporting the implementation of the human rights due diligence policy is desirable.
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Languages
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English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of French is required. Fluency in French is desirable.
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Assessment
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Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
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Special Notice
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This position is available for a period of 3 months, with possibility of extension.
Notes:
• A current staff member who holds a fixed-term, permanent or continuing appointment may apply for temporary positions no more than one level above his or her current grade. However, a current staff member who holds an appointment at the G-6 or G-7 level may also apply to temporary positions in the Professional category up to and including the P-3 level, subject to meeting all eligibility and other requirements for the position. A staff member holding a temporary appointment shall be regarded as an external candidate when applying for other positions, and may apply for other temporary positions at any level, subject to section 5.7 below and staff rule 4.16 (b) (ii). Therefore, a staff member holding a temporary appointment in the General Service or related categories may only apply to positions within those categories. For full information on eligibility requirements, please refer to section 5 of ST/AI/2010/4Rev.1 on Temporary Appointments. In its resolution 66/234, the General Assembly further “stressed that the Secretary-General should not recur to the practice of temporarily filling posts in the Professional and higher categories with General Service staff members who have not passed the General Service to Professional category examination other than on an exceptional basis, and requests the Secretary-General to ensure that temporary occupation of such posts by the General Service staff shall not exceed a period of one year, effective 1 January 2013…” Consequently, eligible candidates in the General Service or related categories for temporary job openings in the Professional category that have not passed the competitive examination may be selected only on an exceptional basis endorsed by the Office of Human Resources Management where no other suitable candidate could be identified.
• Upon separation from service, including, but not limited to, expiration or termination of, or resignation from, a fixed-term, continuing or permanent appointment, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment on the basis of a temporary appointment for a period of 31 days following the separation. In the case of separation from service on retirement, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment for a period of three months following the separation. This equally applies, mutatis mutandis, with respect to a former or current staff member who has held or holds an appointment in another entity applying the United Nations Staff Regulations and Rules and who applies for a temporary position with the Secretariat.
• Subject to the funding source of the position, this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.
• While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. An external candidate selected for this position is bound by the prevailing condition of the staff selection system under ST/AI/2010/3, as amended, and ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1. A staff member holding a temporary appointment who is recruited in the Professional and above categories on a temporary appointment, and placed on a position authorized for one year or longer may not apply for or be reappointed to his/her current position within six months of the end of his/her current service. This provision does not apply to staff members holding temporary appointments and placed on positions authorized for one year or more in duty stations authorized for peacekeeping operations or special political missions.
• The expression “Internal candidates”, shall mean staff members who have been recruited after a competitive examination under staff rule 4.16 or after the advice of a central review body under staff rule 4.15.
• Please note that candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
• For information on special post allowance, please refer to ST/AI/1999/17. For more details on the administration of temporary appointments please refer to ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1.
• The Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and administrative issuances governing staff appointments can be viewed at: http://www.un.org/hr_handbook/English
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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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