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ASSOCIATE HUMAN RIGHTS OFFICER, GENEVA, SWITZERLAND



 * Organization: OHCHR - Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
   Cultural exchange programs
 * Country: Switzerland
 * City: Geneva
 * Office: OHCHR Geneva, Switzerland



 
Closing date: Wednesday, 25 December 2024

Organizational Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
(OHCHR), Human Rights Council and Treaty Mechanisms Division (HRCTMD), Office of
the Director,  Geneva, Switzerland. The incumbent will be under the overall
supervision of the CTMD Director and will report directly to the Human Rights
Officer.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Associate Human Rights Officer will be
responsible for the following duties:

 * Facilitates the organization of NGO-related meetings in the context of the
   sessions and other meetings of the Human Rights Council (HRC) and, as
   appropriate, its subsidiary bodies, particularly through coordinating the
   receipt and processing of requests, verifying eligibility and other criteria,
   preparation of documentation and materials, coordinating coverage, attending
   and providing support during meetings and ensuring follow-up as appropriate.
 * Processes NGO written statements for HRC sessions, in particular through
   coordinating the system of their submission, verifying eligibility and other
   criteria, liaising with OHCHR and  UNOG colleagues, and assisting in
   coordinating the process as appropriate.
 * Assists in supporting Treaty Bodies in coordinating participation and
   engagement with civil society, as might be required.
 * Attends to queries/requests from civil society actors on their engagement
   with the relevant human rights mechanisms.
 * Liaises with civil society actors, OHCHR, UN and other actors on civil
   society matters.
 * Prepares statistics, keeps track and compiles information on the engagement
   and participation of civil society actors in the above-mentioned human rights
   mechanisms; maintains relevant databases and webpages.
 * Drafts correspondence and a variety of reports; researches, collects and
   disseminates, as appropriate, information pertaining to NGOs’ engagement with
   the relevant human rights mechanisms.
 * Participates in human rights training programmes, in particular for
   representatives of the civil society on engagement with the UN human rights
   mechanisms.
 * Performs other duties related to the civil society’s participation and
   engagement with the human rights mechanisms covered by the Division, as
   required.
 * Facilitates internal exchange of information and practices as well as
   coordination on civil society issues among relevant human rights mechanisms
   and with other parts of the Office and UN, including through preparing
   analytical papers, devising and updating tools and documents as necessary,
   undertaking mapping exercises, and collecting inputs. ehhDtYd BIpnb
 * Contributes to outreach and human rights mainstreaming initiatives;
   undertakes missions if required.
 * When required, provides support on matters related to human resources,
   finance and operational management.
 * Performs other related duties as required.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of human rights issues and ability to identify
related problems in their political, ethnic, racial, gender equality and
socio-economic dimensions. Knowledge of institutional mandates of human rights
organizations, prevailing policies and procedures. Research and analytical
skills, including ability to identify and participate in the resolution of human
rights issues. Ability to identify sources for data collection, analyze
information and draft human rights reports. 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 of work. TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to
achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas
and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before
personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even
when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for
team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be
“clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and
maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and
respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions.
Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to
keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or
setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to
client.

Cultural exchange programs



Education

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in law, political
 science, international relations, social  sciences or related field is
required. A first-level university degree (Bachelor's degree or equivalent) in
combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be
accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. A first-level university
degree and no experience will be accepted for candidates who have passed the
Young Professionals Programme Examination (YPP), the United Nations National
Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to
Professional Examination (G to P).

Job - Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

A minimum of two (2) years of experience in human rights or related field is
required. (No experience is needed for candidates who have passed the Young
Professionals Programme Examination, the NCRE or the General Service to
Professional Examination (G to P). Experience in the functioning of
international organizations, in particular the UN system and its organs
concerned with human rights is required.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
For the position advertised, fluency in English or French is required. Knowledge
of another UN official language is desirable.

International internships



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 FOR THREE (3) MONTHS - SUBJECT TO
AVAILABILTITY OF FUNDS.

 * A current staff member who holds a fixed-term, permanent or continuing
   appointment may apply for temporary positions no more than one level above
   his or her current grade.
 * However, a current staff member who holds an appointment at the G-6 or G-7
   level may also apply to temporary positions in the Professional category up
   to and including the P-3 level, subject to meeting all eligibility and other
   requirements for the position.
 * A staff member holding a temporary appointment shall be regarded as an
   external candidate when applying for other positions, and may apply for other
   temporary positions at any level, subject to section 5.7 below and staff rule
   4.16 (b) (ii). Therefore, a staff member holding a temporary appointment in
   the General Service or related categories may only apply to positions within
   those categories. For full information on eligibility requirements, please
   refer to section 5 of ST/AI/2010/4Rev.1 on Temporary Appointments.
 * 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.

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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