Human Rights Officer
hace 1 día
This position is located in the Americas Section, Americas, Europe and Central Asia Branch (AECAB), Field Operations and Technical Cooperation Division (FOTCD) in the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Panama City, Panama, pursuant to Human Rights Council Resolution A/HRC/RES/49/3. The incumbent will report to the Coordinator of the OHCHR Monitoring Team on Nicaragua based in Panama City, Panama.
**Responsibilities**:
Within delegated authority, the Human Rights Officer (Investigator) will be responsible for the following duties:
- Researches, collects and analyses information and documentation pertaining to human rights, international humanitarian and criminal law matters as required by the mandate, and, under the guidance of the Coordinator of the OHCHR Monitoring Team on Nicaragua, proposes investigative methods and tools;
- Conducts investigations, including through interviews with victims and witnesses, to gather information and corroborate allegations of violations of international human rights, humanitarian or criminal law as stipulated in the OHCHR monitoring mandate;
- Conducts timely monitoring of trends and patterns of violations;
- Employs monitoring and mapping tools and multi-source, including open sources material and satellite imagery, to support geolocation of incidents and to assess the authenticity of collected materials and testimonies;
- Identifies alleged perpetrators based on agreed information gathering methods;
- Participates in and organizes missions to sites of violations or other places as required;
- Ensures that all measures are taken for the protection of victims and witnesses who will cooperate with OHCHR according to the agreed methodology and respect for the 'do no harm principle', and by making effective use of pathways for survivors;
- Ensures that the information and documentation related to the investigation is protected, stored and preserved safely in accordance with procedures established by OHCHR;
- Undertakes preliminary analysis of information gathered and drafts analytical documents, including a gender analysis;
- Drafts relevant sections and provides inputs for the High Commissioner for Human Rights’ report;
- Ensures that gender perspective and gender-sensitive approaches are integrated at all stages of the investigation, analysis and report drafting;
- Performs other related duties as required.
Competencies
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 AND 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 degree) 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.
Work Experience
A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible work experience in human rights is required.
A minimum of two (2) years of experience carrying out investigations of violations of international human rights law, international humanitarian law or international criminal law is required.
Relevant work experience in or on Central/South America region is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Fluency in Spanish is desirable.
Assessment
Special Notice
THIS POSITION IS TEMPORARILY AVAILABLE FOR THREE (3) MONTHS, WITH POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION - SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS.
- While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post.
- Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adv
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