Human Rights 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.

Description of task

Under the direct supervision of the Team Leader of the Internal Security Forces Project (ISF Project), and under the overall direction of the Head of Office or his/her designated representative(s), the UN Volunteer Human Rights Officer will perform the following tasks:

• Systematically collect and analyze information on the human rights situation in the country and draft reports, documents and other materials as required; • Respond to requests for information on the human rights situation in the country; • Coordinate with local and national authorities, as well as international NGOs and UN Agencies, the handling of individual cases of alleged human rights violations in the country; • Contribute to the establishment of effective judicial and individual protection measures for victims & witnesses of human rights violations including survivors of sexual violence and human rights defenders; • Draft reports on the human rights situation in Chad (daily, weekly, monthly and ad hoc reports) including human rights situation assessment reports regarding Boko Haram activism and counter terrorism interventions; • Conduct research and analysis on gender issues and human rights violations affecting women in particular. • Contribute to briefing notes for the OHCHR HQ, RMR analysis on Chad, HC reports, reports of the Representative of the Secretary General for Central Africa, etc.; • Support the visits of the special rapporteurs in Chad; • Conduct promotion activities in the field of Human Rights; disseminate Human Rights materials to governments, education sector and national institutions; • Update information on human rights implementation projects in Chad and advises the Country Office’s Management on future projects; • Perform other related tasks as assigned by his/her superiors.

Educational additional comments

Advanced higher degree (Master’s or equivalent) preferably in law, political science, international relations or other disciplines related to human rights;

Experience remark

At least two years of professional work experience at the national and/or international level in the field of human rights or other relevant programmes; experience with victims & witnesses of human rights violations including survivors of sexual violence is an asset, as experience working in the UN or other international development organization;

Language skills

• French(Mandatory), Level - Fluent
• English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent

Area of expertise details

Demonstrated ability to work within the geographical area of assignment in the field of human rights • Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; • Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing; • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development; • 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; • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines; • Sound security awareness; • Have affinity with or interest in human rights protection and promotion, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.

Fluent in spoken and written English is advantage

Competencies values

Adaptability and Flexibility, Commitment and Motivation, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Communication, Empowering Others, Integrity, Knowledge Sharing, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Working in Teams

Application procedure

• Not yet registered in the UNV Talent Pool? Please first register your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/signup. Important: After creating your account, complete all sections of your profile and submit it. Then go to ‘My Page’ at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink. Lastly, select the special call to which you would like to apply. * Already registered in the UNV Talent Pool? Please first update your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/profile. Then go to ‘My Page’ at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink to select the special call to which you would like to apply. Application deadline: 12-09-2021