National analyst on the right to freedom of association

Consultant Human Rights

Overview

Provide technical expertise on the right to freedom of association in Tunisia.

You have:

• Advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent) in law, human rights, political science, or a related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience in human rights research, and legal analysis is required.
• Familiarity with the Tunisian legal and socio-political context is required.
• Experience working with the United Nations or international organizations is desirable.
• French and Arabic are required. English is desirable.

Contract

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Result of Service

• Inception report outlining methodology, scope, and risk mitigation measures - Interim analytical inputs and updates, including summaries - Final internal analytical report with findings and recommendations

Work Location

Tunis

Expected duration

15 May-15 Aug 2026

Duties and Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the National Consultant will be responsible for the following duties: - Provides specialized technical expertise on the right to freedom of association, including alignment with international human rights law, relevant UN standards, treaty body recommendations, and the Universal Periodic Review outcomes applicable to Tunisia. - Conducts legal and policy research to assess compliance of legal frameworks with international human rights obligations. - Collects, compiles, and analyses information on administrative and judicial measures affecting the right to freedom of association. - Supports stakeholder mapping and conduct mitigation strategy consultations and coordination with civil society organizations, professional associations, relevant authorities, and UN actors, ensuring informed consent and application of the “do no harm” principle. - Contributes to the formulation of evidence based, actionable recommendations aimed at strengthening the protection of the right to freedom of association, ensuring compliance with Tunisia’s international human rights obligations, and addressing gaps between law and practice. - Ensures gender responsive and inclusive analysis, with attention to women led organizations and organizations representing marginalized or at risk groups. - Performs other related duties as required, in support of OHCHR mandate to promote and protect human rights.

Qualifications/special skills

Advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent) in law, human rights, political science, or a related field. A minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience in human rights research, legal analysis is required. Familiarity with the Tunisian legal and socio-political context is required Experience working with the United Nations or international organizations is desirable

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Org. Setting and Reporting This consultancy is located within the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), Tunisia Country Office, Tunis. The National Consultant will work under the supervision of the Representative and in close coordination with relevant OHCHR staff members. Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the National Consultant will be responsible for the following duties: • Provides specialized technical expertise on the right to freedom of association, including alignment with international human rights law, relevant UN standards, treaty body recommendations, and the Universal Periodic Review outcomes applicable to Tunisia. • Conducts legal and policy research to assess compliance of legal frameworks with international human rights obligations. • Collects, compiles, and analyses information on administrative and judicial measures affecting the right to freedom of association. • Supports stakeholder mapping and conduct mitigation strategy consultations and coordination with civil society organizations, professional associations, relevant authorities, and UN actors, ensuring informed consent and application of the “do no harm” principle. • Contributes to the formulation of evidence based, actionable recommendations aimed at strengthening the protection of the right to freedom of association, ensuring compliance with international human rights obligations, and addressing gaps between law and practice. • Ensures gender responsive and inclusive analysis, with attention to women led organizations and organizations representing marginalized or at risk groups. • Performs other related duties as required, in support of OHCHR mandate to promote and protect human rights. Work Location Tunis, Tunisia Expected Duration Start date: 15 May 2026 End date: 15 August 2026 Deliverables • Inception report outlining methodology, scope, and risk mitigation measures • Interim analytical inputs and updates, including summaries • Final internal analytical report with findings and recommendations All deliverables are confidential and for internal OHCHR use only. Competencies • PROFESSIONALISM: Demonstrated knowledge of international human rights law, particularly the right to freedom of association and legal analysis. • TEAMWORK: Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural and inter disciplinary environment. • PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage sensitive information, and meet deadlines under pressure. Education Advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent) in law, human rights, political science, or a related field. Work Experience A minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience in human rights research, and legal analysis, is required. Familiarity with the Tunisian legal and socio-political context is required. Experience working with the United Nations or international organizations is desirable. Languages French and Arabic are required. English is desirable.

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