Human Rights Officer at

1 month ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Full time
The United Nations is an intergovernmental organization to promote international co-operation. A replacement for the ineffective League of Nations, the organization was established on 24 October 1945

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

Plans and coordinates activities related to thematic and country mandates on human rights, including from a gender perspective.

Conducts substantive research and analysis of human rights issues/events and assesses their impact on the human rights situation in assigned region or country.

Collects and analyses human rights data and indicators in country/region of assignment, including gender-specific data and indicators. Provides support to sub-commissions, commissions and other bodies; follows-up on implementation of decisions rendered by policy-making bodies.

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. Writes a variety of reports, communications, briefings, statements, etc., including to policy-making bodies. May provide guidance to new/junior staff. Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements
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, research and analyze 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.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in law, political science, international relations, social sciences or related area.

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.

Work Experience

A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in human rights, political affairs, international relations, law or related area is required.

Experience working in a conflict or post-conflict setting is desirable. Experience in supporting Human Rights Mechanisms is desirable. Experience in drafting technical assistance projects is desirable.

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