Assistant Human Rights Officer
Support ROSA in promoting and protecting human rights throughout the Southern Africa region.
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Overview
Support ROSA in promoting and protecting human rights throughout the Southern Africa region.
You have:
- Experience in human rights, political affairs, international relations, law or related area is required.
- Experience in working with international human rights standards, instruments and mechanisms is desirable.
- Experience in human rights monitoring and reporting and/or in building capacity for the promotion and protection of human rights is desirable.
- Experience in social justice communication, advocacy and campaigns is desirable.
- Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded and can be considered at 50%, if deemed relevant.
- Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.
Contract
This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience in human rights advocacy and how it aligns with the objectives of the OHCHR? | The interviewer wants to understand your direct experience and commitment to human rights work. | Discuss specific roles and experiences, emphasizing successful initiatives and outcomes. |
| How do you stay updated on human rights issues in Southern Africa? | This assesses your research and monitoring skills related to human rights. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Give an example of how you have successfully engaged stakeholders on a human rights issue. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you use to analyze human rights data for reports? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you approach integrating gender perspectives into human rights analysis? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you tell us about a challenge you faced in your previous roles and how you overcame it? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies would you recommend for strengthening partnerships with stakeholders in human rights? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you incorporate the principles of voluntary engagement in your work? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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