Human Rights Officer, P4
Quick answer
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights is hiring an in-office Human Rights Officer (P4) in Doha to lead the Human Rights Training Unit and coordinate regional training programs.
- Role
- Human Rights Officer, P4
- Organization
- Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
- Location
- Doha
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-08-09
The role
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is seeking a Human Rights Officer to serve as the Coordinator of the Human Rights Training Unit in Doha. The role involves managing staff, developing regional training programs, and overseeing the delivery of human rights capacity-building initiatives for diverse stakeholders. The incumbent will provide expert guidance on training methodologies, ensure gender equality integration, and coordinate with global OHCHR sections to optimize program impact.
What you'll do
- Serve as Coordinator of the Human Rights Training Unit and manage unit staff.
- Develop and supervise the production and delivery of regional human rights training programs.
- Conduct needs assessments to identify priority areas for human rights training and education.
- Ensure all training activities apply OHCHR methodology and maintain high quality control standards.
- Draft reports and manage partnerships with national, regional, and UN stakeholders.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in law, human rights, political science, or related social sciences.
- Minimum of seven years of professional experience in human rights, political affairs, or international relations.
- Proven experience in designing, managing, and delivering human rights training and education programs.
- Fluency in both English and Arabic is required.
- Experience in staff supervision and working with government or civil society stakeholders.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This position is based in Doha at the UN Human Rights Training and Documentation Centre for South-West Asia and the Arab Region.
What is the deadline for applications?
Applications must be submitted by August 9th.
Are there specific language requirements for this role?
Yes, candidates must be proficient in both English and Arabic at UN Level III in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
Is an advanced degree mandatory?
An advanced degree is required; however, a first-level university degree combined with two years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.
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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