HUMAN RIGHTS OFFICER - Fact Finding Team Leader

Overview

Lead investigations and manage human rights operations in Venezuela.

You have:

• Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in related disciplines is required.
• A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible work experience in human rights, international humanitarian law or international criminal law is required.
• At least two (2) years of experience in investigations of human rights law violations with UN or international organizations is required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in leading a team is required.
• Fluency in Spanish and English (both oral and written) is required.
• Experience in working in or on Latin America is desirable.

Contract

This is a P-4 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 7 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 119,262 USD and 153,763 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, Human Rights Inquiry Branch, within the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela (the “FFM”). The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Coordinator of the Secretariat of the FFM.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Human Rights Officer will be responsible for the following duties: - Manages the day-to-day operations of the Secretariat investigations team; - Participates in and organizes missions to sites of violations or other places as required; - Serves as first reporting officer of the team of Human Rights Officers/Investigators and other experts in the Secretariat; - Develops investigations, information gathering and operational plans in accordance with standard OHCHR methodology, including on the integration of gender perspective; - Adapts methodologies and tools to collect and process all data; - Oversees, guides and conducts interviews and other evidence gathering activities; - Develops and oversees plans to ensure that all required measures are taken to protect victims and witnesses who will cooperate with the FFM and that effective referral pathways for survivors are used when possible; - Coordinates drafting of the FFM’s internal analyses and public reports; - Revises all team inputs and ensures highest quality standards of investigation, corroboration, analysis, conclusions and recommendations are incorporated in the final report; - In coordination with the Information Management and Evidence Unit or advisor with such responsibility, oversees the proper handling, secure storage and preservation of information and data in accordance with procedures and tools adopted by the FFM; - Incorporates gender perspective into all areas of work, in particular in the investigations plan, information gathering, analysis and reports of the FFM; - In coordination with Gender Adviser, incorporates gender perspective into all areas of work, in particular in the investigations plan, information gathering, analysis and reports of the FFM; - Performs any other duties.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: - Knowledge and understanding of relevant theories, concepts and approaches-Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems-Ability to conduct data collection using various methods-Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the Internet, intranet and other databases - Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities - 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. 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 the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. PLANNING and 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. JUDGEMENT and DECISION MAKING: - Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly - Gathers relevant information before making a decision - Considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them -Takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization - Proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information - Checks assumptions against facts- Determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision-Makes tough decisions when necessary.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in law, political science, international relations or another discipline related to human rights is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Job - Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible work experience in human rights, international humanitarian law or international criminal law is required. At least two (2) years of experience in carrying out investigations of violations of international human rights law, international humanitarian law or international criminal law with the United Nations, international tribunals/courts, or other international organizations is required. A minimum of two years of experience in leading a team is required Experience in working in or on the Latin America is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in Spanish and English, (both oral and written) is required.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

• This position is temporarily available until 31 December 2025 subject to funding. • If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment. • 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. • Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station. • This temporary job opening may be limited to “internal candidates,” who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15. • Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation. • Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply to this position.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places 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. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

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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