Clone Support to the development of the roadmap for the next decade of business and human rights in Latin America
Assist in systematizing information related to business and human rights in LAC.
Overview
Assist in systematizing information related to business and human rights in LAC.
You have:
- Knowledge of the UN and business and human rights area
- Spanish language proficiency
Contract
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We are looking for one Online Volunteer to help systematizing information collected regarding the future of the business and human rights in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), in the context of the 10 years of the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights - UNGPs. The selected Online Volunteer will receive the information to be systematized by email and will participate in some internal and external meetings. It will provide an opportunity for the Online Volunteer to familiarize him/herself with the UN human rights situation on business and human rights in the LAC region and participate in different events in this area.
- Research
Public information and reporting
The UN Working Group on Business and Human Rights and the Office of the High Commissioner of the UN for Human Rights have the mandate to promote the dissemination and implementation of the UNGPs. In this context, an in-depth analysis of the situation of the UNGPs implementation in LAC, identifying current practice and challenges is undertaken. This analysis will subsequently inform specific recommendation and guidance for enhancing such implementation.
Volunteers: 5 needed
11-20 hours per week / 15 weeks
Knowledge of the UN and business and human rights area
Latin America and the Caribbean
- Spanish
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your understanding of the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights? | This question assesses your knowledge of the UNGPs and how they apply to business and human rights. | Explain the main principles and their significance in promoting human rights in the business context. |
| What experience do you have with research related to human rights issues? | The interviewer wants to gauge your research skills and experience in human rights topics. | Pro members can see the explanation. |