Human Rights Officer, P4
Quick answer
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights is hiring a mid-level Human Rights Officer (P4) in GENEVA, Switzerland, to develop and implement policies and training programs on human rights and digital technology, with a compensation not specified.
- Role
- Human Rights Officer, P4
- Organization
- Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
- Location
- GENEVA, Switzerland
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
The Human Rights Officer will develop and implement policies and training programs on human rights and digital technology, work with UN and non-governmental programmes, and represent the Office on matters of human rights and digital technology.
What you'll do
- Develops and implements policies and training programs on human rights and digital technology
- Works with UN and non-governmental programmes to integrate human rights and digital technology
- Represents the Office on matters of human rights and digital technology
- Reviews, monitors and evaluates activities relating to digital technologies
- Supports the work of treaty-established bodies and extra-conventional mechanisms and special procedures
- Trains and supervises new/junior staff
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, political science, international relations, social sciences or related field
- A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in human rights, political affairs, international relations, law or related area
- A minimum of three years of experience in policy work related to the impact of digital technologies on human rights
- A minimum of three years of experience in drafting strategies, programmes, policies, tools or guidelines related to digital technology
- Experience in analysing emerging developments in AI policy, including implications for human rights
- Experience in advocacy with Member States and companies on the impact of digital technology on human rights
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in GENEVA, Switzerland.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree, seven years of experience in human rights, and three years of experience in policy work related to digital technologies.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the online recruitment platform, inspira, by the deadline of 08/30/2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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