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• Keenly
  reviews, monitors and evaluates activities relating to the implementation
  of international human rights instruments, including recommendations of
  treaty bodies and mechanisms of the Human Rights Council.
• Supports
  the work of treaty-established bodies and extra-conventional mechanisms
  and special procedures.
• The
  jobholder prepares relevant human rights parts of reports for the General
  Assembly, HRC, etc. notes on the status of ratification of human rights
  instruments, etc.
• Works
  with UN and non-governmental programmes in the country/region to integrate
  human rights, including their gender dimensions in their programs; helps
  design and implements the human rights program and designs the
  organization and focus of the evaluation.
• Ensures
  up-to-date information regarding substantive matters in the field of human
  rights and makes recommendations on actions to take.
• Makes
  contact with other sectors of the UN, other international organizations
  and governments on coordination and policy matters; brief representatives
  and provides, as appropriate suggestions and recommendations.
• Supports
  country military and police to develop and implement a training program in
  the field of human rights, international humanitarian law, democracy and
  the rule of law, with attention to gender perspectives.
• Serves
  as the team leader with responsibility for carrying out, in consultation
  with the Head of Office, work coordination and administrative functions
  relating to the staff, planning and budget.
• Trains
  and supervises new/junior staff.
• Performs
  any other related duties as required. 

• The
  ideal candidate for the United Nations UNHCR Human Rights Officer job
  opportunity should hold an advanced university degree (Master’s degree or
  equivalent) in law, political science, international relations, social
  sciences or related field. A first-level university degree in combination
  with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in
  lieu of the advanced university degree.
• A minimum
  of seven years of progressively responsible experience in the human rights
  field or related areas is required.
• Previous
  experience in human rights monitoring, reporting and capacity building and
  implementing technical cooperation projects is required. Human rights
  training experience is desirable.
• Languages:
  English and French are the
  working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position,
  fluency in oral and written English is required.

• Professionalism: 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.
• Planning
  & 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.

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