Human Rights Officer
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This position is in the Field Operations and Technical Cooperation Division (FOTCD) in the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Vienna.
The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Investigations Team Leader of the Secretariat of OHCHR examination of human rights situation in Belarus (OEB)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, and criminal law matters as relevant to the mandate, and, under the guidance of the Investigation Team Leader, 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 law, and international criminal law as relevant to the OEB's mandate;
- Conducts timely monitoring of trends and patterns of violations;
- Employs monitoring and mapping tools and multisource, 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 the OEB 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 OEB;
- Undertakes preliminary analysis of information gathered and drafts analytical documents, including a gender analysis;
- Drafts relevant sections and provides inputs for the OEB 's report;
- Ensures that gender perspective and gendersensitive approaches are integrated at all stages of the investigation, analysis and report drafting;
- Performs other related duties as required.
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 degree) in law, political science, international relations, social sciences or related field.
A first-level university degree in the mentioned fields of studies in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work ExperienceA 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 human rights investigations is required.
Relevant working experience in or on Belarus is desirable.
Languages
French and English are the working languages of the United Nations. For this position, fluency in English and Russian are required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage
Assessment
Special Notice
THIS POSITION IS TEMPORARILY AVAILABLE UNTIL 31 MARCH 2024, AND IS SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS AND /OR EXTENSION OF THE MANADATE.
- 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 adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a costeffective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service.
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