Job Code Title: HUMAN RIGHTS OFFICER
Department/Office: Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
Duty Station: PHNOM-PENH
Posting Period: 29 November 2022 - 12 January 2023
Job Opening Number: 22-Human Rights Affairs-OHCHR-195017-R-Phnom-Penh (G)
These two (2) posts are found in the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), Country Office in Cambodia. The incumbents work under the direct supervision of the Country Representative.
Within delegated authority, the Human Rights Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
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Plans and coordinates activities related to thematic and country
mandates on human rights, including from a gender perspective.
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Conducts monitoring activities, substantive research and analysis of
human rights issues/events and assesses their impact on the human rights
situation in.Cambodia.
- Prepares analytical reports on the human
rights situation, including in relation to administration of justice and
economic and social rights, including proposed actions.
- Collects and analyses human rights data and indicators in Cambodia, including gender-specific data and indicators.
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Ensures human rights issues, including their gender equality
dimensions’ considerations, are integrated into political, humanitarian
and economic efforts and programme.
- Defines work plan for area assigned in accordance with established terms of reference.
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Conducts field verification work through periodic visits; follows up on
different cases and situations verified by the regional offices.
- Represents UN human rights programme at working level meetings.
- Directs capacity-building efforts on human rights in Cambodia.
- May provide guidance to new/junior staff.
- Performs other related duties as required.
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, research and analyse information and draft human rights
reports. Ability to evaluate and integrate information from a variety of
sources and assess impact on the human rights situation in the area of
assignment. 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.
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 experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
A
minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in human
rights, political affairs, international relations, law or related area
is required.
Out of the five years, at least two years of experience within the
United Nations common system or similar international organization is
desirable.
Experience in human rights monitoring and reporting is desirable.
Experience in legal analysis drafting is desirable.
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the positions advertised, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required.
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which will be followed by competency-based interview.
For
this position, applicants from the following Member States, which are
unrepresented or underrepresented in the UN Secretariat as of 31 July
2022, are strongly encouraged to apply: Afghanistan, Andorra, Angola,
Antigua and Barbuda, Bahrain, Belize, Brunei Darussalam, Cabo Verde,
Central African Republic, China, Comoros, Cuba, Cyprus, Democratic
People's Republic of Korea, Djibouti, Dominica, Equatorial Guinea,
Gabon, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Israel, Japan, Kiribati, Kuwait,
Lao People's Democratic Republic, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya,
Liechtenstein, Malta, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia,
Monaco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Norway, Oman, Palau, Panama, Papua
New Guinea, Paraguay, Qatar, Republic of Korea, Saint Lucia, Saint
Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Sao Tome and Principe,
Saudi Arabia, Solomon Islands, South Sudan, Timor-Leste, Turkmenistan,
Tuvalu, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Vanuatu.
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, with due regard to geographic
diversity. 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.
The United
Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in
its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this
position.
Pursuant to section 7.11 of ST/AI/2012/2/Rev.1,
candidates recruited through the young professionals programme who have
not served for a minimum of two years in the position of their initial
assignment are not eligible to apply to this position.
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.
The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.
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