About Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights

Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rightsis part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This Human Rights Officer / Gender Adviser (Temporary Job Opening), P4 position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights’s work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Based in Congo (Democratic Republic), you will contribute your expertise to advance the organization’s mission and support international cooperation on critical global challenges. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment while contributing to meaningful outcomes that benefit communities worldwide.

Key Details

• Job Title:Human Rights Officer / Gender Adviser (Temporary Job Opening), P4
• Grade:P-4
• Location:Kinshasa, Congo (Democratic Republic)
• Department:Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
• Contract Type:Temporary Assignment
• Salary Range:$84,672.0 – $106,777.0 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in law, political science, international relations or another discipline related to human rights is required.
• Academic Qualifications: A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree..
• Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Language: For this job opening, English and French are required.
• Language: The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).
• Language: Required Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking English UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II French UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II.
• A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible work experience in human rights, international humanitarian law or international criminal law is required.
• A minimum of two years of experience working on women’s human rights, gender integration and/or on sexual and gender-based violence is required..

Skills

• PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of and exposure to a range of human rights and economic policy and development issues, including approaches and techniques to integrate human rights in development work and address sensitive and complex human rights problems in their political, ethnic, racial, gender and socio-economic dimensions.
• Knowledge of institutional mandates of human rights and development organizations, prevailing policies and procedures under the UN development reform.
• Ability to evaluate and integrate information from a variety of sources and assess impact on the human rights situation in the region or country of assignment, including the political and economic environments and legal statutes as they pertain to human rights and development.
• Ability to assess and address needs for technical assistance and capacity building in the area of human rights mainstreaming for regional and national partners, complete in-depth studies and reach conclusions on possible causes and solutions to human rights problems in development in specific societies and systems.
• Demonstrated skills in training civil authorities, UN partners and members of advocacy groups to recognize human rights in the context of economic policy and development warning signs of civil unrest and take preventive action to avert hostilities.
• Ability to relate to human rights issues and perspectives, including their gender equality dimensions, to political, social, economic and humanitarian programmes in affected countries and areas.
• Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
• Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
• 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 allows for contingencies when planning.
• Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply