External Relations Officer (Capacity Building)
Quick answer
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights is hiring an External Relations Officer (Capacity Building) in GENEVA, Switzerland to build resource mobilization capacity and develop strategic partnerships with donors. The position requires a Master's degree and at least seven years of experience.
- Role
- External Relations Officer (Capacity Building)
- Organization
- Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
- Location
- GENEVA, Switzerland
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The External Relations Officer will build resource mobilization capacity, contribute to an office-wide consistent approach, and develop strategic partnerships with donors.
What you'll do
- Acting as the focal point for capacity building
- Leading training activities on resource mobilization
- Developing and introducing standardized tools, templates, and guidelines
- Providing advice to Division/Branches and field offices on office-wide resource mobilization policies
- Conducting donor briefings and traveling to capitals for fundraising purposes
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in social science, political science, communication, journalism, international relations, public administration, business administration and management, economics or related fields
- Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in human rights, humanitarian or development work
- Experience in donor relations and resource mobilization
- Experience in capacity building
- Fluency in English and French
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in GENEVA, Switzerland.
What is the compensation for this position?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required for this role?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree and at least seven years of experience in human rights, humanitarian or development work.
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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