International consultant implementation of Peace Talks analysis Colombia

Result of Service Final report document with the recommendations and road map to foster the participation of communities on peace talks, including the incorporation of a victim’s centered approach and the relevant International Human Rights Standards (IHRS) in the processes at the national and the regional level.

Work Location Bogota, Colombia

Expected duration October 31, 2024

Duties and Responsibilities This consultancy is until October 31, 2024.

• Develop analytical and systematic inputs from the monitoring of the human rights situation in Colombia regarding peace talks.
• Support elaboration and implementation of OHCHR-Colombia strategy to promote participation of civil society on the peace talks.
• Coordinate the work of field offices under the implementation of OHCHR-Colombia strategy to promote participation of civil society on the peace talks ..
• Design an approach or methodology to foster the participation of communities on peace talks and the incorporation of a victim’s centered approach and of International Human Rights Standards (IHRS) in the processes at different levels.
• Contribute to the identification of human rights issues/problem areas, emerging and evolving trends of human rights concerns and violations as well as response and capacity gaps, and assist in the development of strategies to respond.
• Prepare technical briefings on diverse topics related to the peace talks and on human rights violations suffered by conflict affected communities.

• Support the articulation and coordination of technical assistance from agencies, funds, and programs regarding the peace talks.

  Qualifications/special skills Master’s degree in political science, international relations, peace and conflict, IHL.

Experience: 10 years of progressively responsible experience in political affairs, international relations, law, conflict resolution, security, peace talks, development management, or related area is required.

Desirable: Experience in a conflict or post-conflict setting is highly desirable. Experience working on or in Latin America is desirable.

Languages Fluent in Spanish and English.

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