Libya: Assistant Human Rights Officer (NO-A Post Open to Libyan Nationals ONLY)
Closing date: 15 May 2014
JOB DESCRIPTION
Under the supervision of the Human Rights Officer, the incumbent will assist in executing UNSMIL’s Human Rights Section’s work programme. The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:
· Assist in monitoring development related to human rights by collecting information from a variety of sources (e.g. communications, publications, the press) to keep abreast of issues/events and provide up-to-date information.
· Maintain awareness of current human rights issues, to include relevant political and legal developments in the country.
· Assist in human rights; training programmes for national officials, national human rights institution and representatives of civil society in order to promote national capacity building.
· Assist in the review of human rights issues, including gender considerations, and participates in discussions with other Human Rights Officers (HROs) on the integration of these issues into political, humanitarian and economic efforts and programmes.
· Assist in drafting specific programmes to strengthen capacities for implementing a rights based approach to development for national, regional and UN partners.
· Assist the Human Rights Section in working with government bodies and human rights institutions in domesticating regional and international human rights norms and standards into national legislation.
· Assist HROs in discussions with relevant authorities and other influential actors with the aim of stopping or preventing human rights violations or seek other remedial action by the authorities to prevent similar violations occurring in the future.
· Liaise with government, NGOs, Civil Society organizations, UN agencies and other partners.
· Design and maintain a database to track project progress.Perform other related duties as required.
COMPETENCIES
Professionalism – Knowledge of and exposure to a range of human rights issues, to include approaches and techniques to address sensitive and complex problems; knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines related to human rights; very good knowledge of the region or country of assignment, including the political environment and legal statutes as they pertain to human rights; demonstrate ability to complete in-depth studies and reach conclusions on possible causes and solutions to human rights problems in specific societies and systems; skill in training civil authorities and members of advocacy groups to recognize warning signs of civil unrest and take preventive action to avert hostilities; ability to relate human rights issues and perspectives, including gender issues, to political, social, economic and humanitarian programmes in affected countries and areas; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of peace operations.
Communication – Excellent communication (spoken and written) skills, including the ability to convey complex concepts and recommendations at senior levels, both orally and in writing, in a clear, concise style; discretion and sound judgment in applying expertise to resolve complex and/or sensitive issues.
Teamwork– Ability to interact and to establish and maintain effective working relations both as a team member and team leader, with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
Planning & Organizing– Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
Technological awareness – Good computer skills, including proficiency in word processing, spread sheets, other and relevant software packages.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in the human rights or related fields. . A first level university degree with the relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience can be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Experience: At least two years of progressively responsible experience in the fields of human rights, development, humanitarian assistant including working with independent NGOs or civil society groups is desirable.
Language: Fluency in oral and written English and Arabic is essential.
How to apply:
This position is only open to nationals of Libya, due to the nature of the post. To express your interest in the position, please send a CV or Resume to the following email address: outreachforpeace@un.org accompanied by a cover letter which clearly highlights why you are a suitable candidate for the position and your motivation to work with the Untied Nations in Libya.
