The Office of the
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees was established on December 14,
1950 by the United Nations General Assembly. UNHCR’s mandate
under the Statute of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for
Refugees is to lead and co-ordinate action for international protection to
refugees; seek permanent solutions for the problems of refugees and safeguard
refugee rights and well-being. UNHCR has an additional mandate concerning
issues of statelessness, as it is given a designated role under Article 11 of
the 1961 Convention on the Reduction of Statelessness.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: Within delegated authority, the Human Rights
Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

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.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

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.

Personal Competencies:

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.

How to Apply:

All suitably
qualified and interested candidates who so desire to join the United Nations
High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in the aforementioned capacity should
endeavor to Apply Online by Clicking on the link below. Please further review
job requirements and if competent Click Apply Now.

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Deadline: 23^rd October2018

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