United Nations OHCHR Jobs – National Programme Officer at Office of the High Commissioner of Human Rights

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Vacancy Announcement Number: OHCHR/UGA/02/2013
Organisation: United Nations Office of the High Commissioner of Human Rights (OHCHR)
Salary Grade Level: NO Level A
Duty Station: Northern Uganda
Reports to: Head of Office/Deputy Head of Office
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
  • The OHCHR officer will plan and implement all programs adequately to monitor the human rights situation in their area of coverage:
  • Research and collect information pertaining to human rights manors from a variety of data sources (e.g. communications, publications, the press) to keep abreast of issues/events and provide up-to-date information:
  • Assist in the analysis of information, including the impact on the human rights situation in assigned area;
  • Timely entry of  all human rights cases in human rights database as required;
  • Draft a variety of reports, briefing papers, and correspondence relating to human rights matters
  • Sustain awareness of current human rights issues, including relevant political and legal developments in the region concerned:
  • Review human rights issues, including gender considerations, and contribute to the integration of these issues into relevant humanitarian and development programs at regional and National level:
  • Develop and implement human rights training programmes for national law enforcement officials, legislators, representatives of civil society and human rights non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in order to promote national capacity building;
  • Develop and implement a variety of programs at national and regional level to strengthen the capacity of national institutions with responsibilities in the area of human rights.
  • Plan and implement effective programs and projects to promote human rights awareness including sensitization and human rights education in general;
  • Promote efforts for community mobilisation which locus on exercise of rights by the population; Where required, represent the office on their own at meetings and coordination forums with national authorities, UN agencies, and other partners;
  • Monitor legislative developments with implications for human rights and offer advice to Country Office and stakeholders.
  • Where required, manage the day-to-day running of a field office and ensure its effective functioning;
  • Perform Other related duties as assigned by the superiors. 
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
  • The National Officer should hold a university degree in law, political sciences, international relations, social sciences or any other discipline related to human rights. Possession of a Masters degree will be an added advantage.
  • At least five years of relevant or three years with a master’s degree working experience in national, regional, or international organizations or non-governmental organizations, closely related to the field of Human Rights.
  • Experience working with international human rights standards, instruments and mechanisms, and knowledge and expertise of gender and women’s rights issues would be an asset.
Language: Fluency in spoken and written English. Fluency in the local language in area of coverage is also required
Personal Competencies:
Respect for gender and diversity: The candidate works effectively with people from all backgrounds, treats all people with dignity and respect and men and women equally. He or she shows respect for, and understanding of, diverse points of view and demonstrates this understanding in daily work and decision-making. The candidate should examine own biases and behaviors to avoid stereotypical responses and does not discriminate against any individual or group. He or she includes a gender perspective in substantive work.
Integrity: The candidate upholds the principles of the United Nations Charter, demonstrates the values of the United Nations, including impartiality, fairness, honesty and truthfulness, in daily activities and behaviors. He or she acts without consideration of personal gain, resists undue political pressure in decision-making. The candidate does not abuse power or authority and stands by decisions that are in the Organization’s interest even if they are unpopular and takes prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behavior.
Professionalism: Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of human rights -related matters; ability to identify problems, i.e., political, ethnic, racial, gender-based, social. economic, etc causing civil unrest in a country or geographic  area; demonstrated research and analytical skills, including the ability to identify and participate in the resolution of relevant issues/problems; basic knowledge 01 institutional mandates, policies, guidelines, etc., related to human rights; skill in developing sources for data collection.
Planning and Organizing: Ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor own work Man; Demonstrated ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given; Communication – Ability to speak and write in a clear and concise manner, Including ability to draft a variety of reports, correspondence. etc.
Technological Awareness:– Good computer skills, including proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets and any other relevant software packages:
Teamwork: Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Technological Awareness: Training and/or experience utilizing computers. including word processing, spreadsheet and other standard software packages and systems is required.
  • Good analytical skills.
  • Resourcefulness, initiative, maturity of judgment, tact and good negotiating skills.
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Ability to work in a team, and establish effective working relations with persons of different national and cultural backgrounds.
  • Ability to cope with situations which may threaten health or safety:
  • Flexibility in accepting work assignments outside normal desk description.
  • Ability to deal patiently and tactfully with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.  
How to Apply:
All candidates should send their applications including a typed cover letter clearly indicating vacancy announcement number, post title, a detailed UN P11 form, and copy of degrees and/or certificates, as well as the local language he or she speaks. An application will not be considered unless it includes a detailed CV, UN P11 form and scanned copies of university level education transcripts, degrees and certificates. Please submit your application in hard copy to the following address: The UN P11 form can be downloaded from the following website: http://www.ohchr.org/EN/AboutUs/Pages/WorkStudyOpportunities.aspx .


Postal Address: Head of Office OHCHR Uganda, P. O Box 7184, Plot 24 Prince Charles Drive, Kololo, Kampala, Uganda .
NB: Only Short Listed Candidates Will Be Contacted. OHCHR is an equal opportunity employer: applications from men and women will be considered equally.
Deadline: 16th September, 2013
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