National Consultant – Human Rights Based Approach to Development and Human Rights Coordination
Provide consultancy services related to human rights and sustainable development.
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Overview
Provide consultancy services related to human rights and sustainable development.
You have:
- Bachelor's degree in law, sustainable development, political science, international relations, social sciences or related field from an accredited academic institution.
- At least 5 years’ experience in the field of human rights, sustainable development, political affairs, international relations, and/or law.
- Fluency in English is required.
- Working knowledge of any of the indigenous languages from the Pacific will be an advantage.
- Experience of working in capacity building and communications is required.
- Experience in human rights policy analysis and research, and/or international, regional, legal instruments is desirable.
- Experience of working in other countries of the Pacific region, in addition to Fiji, including with governments and regional organizations, is desirable.
Contract
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Result of Service
• Performance should be assessed according to the tangible and measurable outputs of the work assignment above. • Payments will be made in instalments based on the timely submission and clearance of each deliverable with 100 per cent payment upon delivery of final outputs.
Work Location
Suva
Expected duration
03.11 - 18.12.2025
Duties and Responsibilities
In coordination with the PRO programme team, the consultant will: • Inception, work planning and post-consultancy debriefing (1 day total): Briefing with OHCHR; Review key background documents (UNSDCF, AWCP, HRBA guidance, partner materials, etc.); Sumit short inception report with refined workplan and timeline. Debrief management following delivery of all contract outputs. • Organisation and delivery of HRBA and Disability Inclusion training(s) (5 days): Building on the UN common learning package on HRBA and existing materials, develop programme, research case study, dispatch invitations, work with OHCHR administrative staff on logistics and deliver workshop on a date tbc in late November/early December 2025. • Organisation and delivery of Human Rights Day and Human Rights Defenders Day events (3 days): Building on existing concept note and HQ guidance, support PRO management and staff in the organisation of HRD/HRDD in Suva/online on 9/10 December 2025, provide summary report and record materials • Organisation and support for HRTG meeting: Support the organisation and reporting on Q4/2025 HRTG meeting and preparation for HRTG retreat 2026 (1 day)
Qualifications/special skills
Bachelor’s degree in law, sustainable development, political science, international relations, social sciences or related field from an accredited academic institution. An advanced University Degree or a Master’s Degree in combination with relevant experience will be an added advantage. At least 5 years’ experience in the field of human rights, sustainable development, political affairs, international relations, and/or law is required. Experience of working in capacity building and communications is required. Experience in human rights policy analysis and research, and or international, regional, legal instruments on matters relating to regional, national or sub-national governance is desirable. Experience of working in other countries of the Pacific region, in addition to Fiji, including with governments and regional organizations, is desirable.
Languages
Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of any of the indigenous languages from the Pacific will be an advantage.
Additional Information
Not available.
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.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience with human rights policy analysis? | This question assesses your direct experience and understanding of human rights issues and policy development. | Share specific examples of your work in this area, highlighting any achievements or challenges. |
| How would you approach the organization of a training session on HRBA? | The panel is interested in your planning and organizational skills, particularly in training contexts. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies would you use to foster engagement during a human rights day event? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of capacity building you have facilitated? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your familiarity with sustainable development frameworks. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What do you consider the most significant human rights challenges in the Pacific region? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure effective communication with diverse stakeholders? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What resources would you utilize for conducting research on regional governance? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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