HUMAN RIGHTS ASSISTANT, G5
Quick answer
The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan is hiring a Human Rights Assistant (G5) in Herat and Bamyan, Afghanistan, to assist in human rights monitoring and capacity building activities. The position is temporary and offers an entry-level role with no specified compensation.
- Role
- HUMAN RIGHTS ASSISTANT, G5
- Organization
- United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan
- Location
- Herat and Bamyan, Afghanistan
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
The Human Rights Assistant will assist in the planning and execution of human rights monitoring, awareness-raising, and capacity building activities in Herat and Bamyan, Afghanistan.
What you'll do
- Assists in the planning of monitoring, fact-finding, awareness-raising, capacity building, and advocacy activities
- Assists in the development of monitoring questionnaires and assessment surveys
- Receives and documents complaints on alleged human rights violations
- Assists with the collection and analysis of data based on human rights monitoring
- Attends a variety of meetings, including with local authorities, civil society, and human rights actors/defenders
- Supports the development and implementation of human rights awareness-raising and capacity building initiatives
What it takes
- High school diploma or equivalent is required
- A first level university degree or higher in Human Rights, Gender, Law, Sharia Law, International Relations, Political Science, Behavioural Science, Anthropology, Journalism, Sociology, Religious Studies, Literature or relevant field is desirable
- A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in human rights, gender, social work, and as legal/paralegal or a field closely related to human rights
- Experience in raising awareness, and building capacity, for the promotion and protection of human rights
- Experience in human rights monitoring, database case management and data analytics is desirable
- Experience in developing, implementing and managing projects for communities at risk, or vulnerable populations, is desirable
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Herat and Bamyan, Afghanistan.
Is the job remote?
The job is not remote; it is based in the UNAMA Field Offices in Herat and Bamyan.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, a first level university degree or higher in a relevant field, and at least 5 years of experience in human rights, gender, social work, and as legal/paralegal or a field closely related to human rights.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted until 31 August 2026, and the application process can be accessed through the UN's online recruitment platform, inspira.
How to apply
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