Associate Human Rights Officer
Quick answer
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights is hiring an Associate Human Rights Officer in Damascus, Syria to monitor human rights law and support capacity-building activities. The position requires a Master’s degree and proficiency in Arabic and English.
- Role
- Associate Human Rights Officer
- Organization
- Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
- Location
- DAMASCUS, Syria
- Category
- Human Resources
The role
The Associate Human Rights Officer will monitor the implementation of international human rights law, collect and analyze evidence-based information on civil, cultural, economic, social and political rights, draft reports, provide technical research support, and contribute to capacity-building activities.
What you'll do
- Monitor implementation of international human rights law
- Collect and analyze evidence-based information on civil, cultural, economic, social and political rights
- Draft reports, briefings, legal and policy analyses
- Provide technical research support to national counterparts
- Contribute to capacity-building activities for State institutions
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in human rights or related field
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in human rights or related areas
- Proficiency in Arabic and English at UN Level II
- Experience in drafting reports, briefings, legal and policy analyses
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Damascus, Syria.
What is the compensation package?
Compensation details are not specified.
How do I apply for this position?
Applications can be submitted through the UN recruitment platform at https://inspira.un.org/psp/PUNA1J/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Action=A&UNAction=Apply&JobOpeningId=282412&languageCd=ENG.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree, 2 years of experience in human rights or related areas, and proficiency in Arabic and English at UN Level II.
How to apply
Apply directly on Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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