Human Rights Donor and External Relations Officer

Contract

This is a UNV International Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Specialist contracts.

The OHCHR Cambodia Country Office is one of the oldest field presences of OHCHR. In fulfilling its mandate to promote and protect human rights, the Office works on three core areas: strengthening international human rights mechanisms, enhancing participation and protecting civic space, progressive realization of economic and social rights, enhancing equality and countering discrimination and strengthening the rule of law and accountability for human rights violation.

The UNV assignment of the Human Rights Donor and External Relation Officer will work directly with the management of the office under the responsibility of Representative, and in close coordination with Deputy Representative and the programmatic, communication, and administrative units at country level, and the Donor and External Relations Section at headquarters level.

Under the direct supervision of the Representative and coordination with the Deputy Representative, and the programmatic, communication and administrative units of the Office, the UNV will develop human rights proposals for potential donors and assist with reporting to existing donors. In particular, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

• Establish and maintain regular contact with local donors; • Prepare narrative and financial proposals and reports to local donors; • Follow-up on the use of contributions and ensure the maintenance of up-to-date and accurate information for staff members and for donors, in coordination with the Administration Unit; • Coordinate briefings for donors, and take notes during such meetings; • Participate in occasional missions to select provinces to observe technical cooperation activities undertaken with donor support; • Accompany the Representative or Deputy Representative on their visits to embassies for fundraising purposes; • Map regularly all donors related obligations with a view to meeting reporting and other obligations; • Provide advice to the unit chiefs on office-wide resource mobilization strategies and approaches; • Draft correspondence to donors, briefing notes, and strategic and position papers, including talking points for senior management; • Liaise with the Donor and External Relations Section in Geneva on all fundraising matters, keeping it informed of funding opportunities; discussions with donors and submitting all funding proposals for clearance prior to donor submission; • Provide weekly, monthly and annual internal reports of activities, and contribute to relevant public reports as requested; • Carry out such other related tasks as needed.

a. Integrity and professionalism: demonstrated expertise in area of specialty and ability to apply good judgment; high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures in a politically sensitive environment, while exercising discretion, impartiality and neutrality; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented. Responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

b. Accountability: mature and responsible; ability to operate in compliance with organizational rules and regulations.

c. Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment.

d. Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities.

e. Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender.

f. Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; ability to maintain composure and remain helpful towards the staff, but objective, without showing personal interest; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups;

g. Flexibility, adaptability, and ability and willingness to operate independently in austere, remote and potentially hazardous environments for protracted periods, involving physical hardship and little comfort, and including possible extensive travel within the area of operations; willingness to transfer to other duty stations within area of operations as may be necessary;

h. Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards the UN core values.

fundraising and/or programme management; • Previous work experience in developing countries and with the UN, diplomatic mission, or other international organizations desirable; • Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; • Excellent networking and communication skills; • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners; • Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing; • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel; • Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, among others), email, and internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; • Have affinity with or interest in human rights related work, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN system.

The climate of Cambodia is tropical, monsoonal and is characterized by heat and humidity. The rainy season lasts from May to October and the hot, dry season from November until April.

Based on the UN Security and Safety Department, Cambodia is categorized as security level 1, which is the lowest risk level.

Houses and apartments are available to suit most budgets and preferences. House hunting is not difficult in Phnom Penh. The usual means of locating suitable accommodation is through estate agents/realtors.

The cheapest, fastest and most frequent mode of traveling for daily transportation is by tuk-tuk (a motor-powered rickshaw). Some UN volunteers chose to purchase their own mode of transportation, be it a car, a motorbike or a bicycle. They are strictly recommended by UN security to wear seatbelts in cars and helmets when traveling on motorbikes or bicycling.

In terms of health, common diseases in Cambodia are those that exist in other tropical countries like diarrhoea, dengue, and seasonal flue. Most serious cases have been reported to be contracted in hilly, rural and densely forested areas. City dwellers can also be at risk due to poor disposal of waste. Generally, in cities, people use purified water for drinking and cooking. The recommended vaccinations are those against typhoid, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Tuberculosis and Japanese Encephalitis.

While medical facilities in Cambodia are sufficient for the treatment of most routine ailments and minor accidents, illnesses and accidents of more serious nature require medical evacuation, usually to Bangkok or Singapore.