Human Rights Officer, P4
Quick answer
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights is hiring a Human Rights Officer, P4 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to act as early warning and prevention team lead and provide emergency response capacity.
- Role
- Human Rights Officer, P4
- Organization
- Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
- Location
- ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
The Human Rights Officer will act as early warning and prevention team lead, develop and carry out appropriate early warning analysis, and provide emergency response capacity in relation to human rights and humanitarian emergencies.
What you'll do
- Act as early warning and prevention team lead
- Develop and carry out appropriate early warning analysis
- Provide emergency response capacity
- Review, monitor and evaluate activities relating to the implementation of international human rights instruments
- Research, collect and analyze information and documentation pertaining to emerging human rights concerns
- Guide and oversee the development of analytical human rights information products
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in law, political science, international relations, social sciences or related field
- Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in human rights, political affairs, international relations, law or related area
- Field experience with the United Nations Common system or similar organization in an emergency or humanitarian setting
- Experience in conflict or post-conflict settings
- Minimum of one year of demonstrated experience of coordinating a human rights programme with a focus on information management component
- Experience in human rights risk analysis and prevention and/or strategic foresight
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree, at least seven years of relevant experience, and experience in human rights, political affairs, or international relations.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the online recruitment platform, inspira, by following the instructions provided in the job posting.
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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