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 internship offers a unique opportunity for a motivated individual to gain hands-on experience in international development and international cooperation and sustainable development. Working with Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, you will contribute to meaningful projects that address global challenges and promote sustainable development. You will develop valuable professional skills while working in a multicultural, international environment alongside experienced professionals.

Key Details

• Job Title:INTERN – Information and Evidence Management
• Grade:I-1
• Location:Geneva (Remote work possible)
• Department:Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
• Contract Type:Internship
• Salary:Unpaid

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: To qualify for the United Nations Secretariat internship programme, applicants must, at the time of submission, be a graduate or enrolled in a graduate school programme (i.e.
• Academic Qualifications: Master’s degree or equivalent degree, or higher) or, be a graduate or enrolled in the final academic year of a first-level university degree programme (i.e.
• Academic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent degree) preferably in the area of information and telecommunication technology, computer science, digital forensic science, data science, analytics, statistics, information management or a related field, OR have graduated with a university degree as defined above AND, if selected, must commence the internship on the date specified in the Acceptance letter.
• Academic Qualifications: Applicants are not required to have professional work experience to participate in the programme..
• Language: English and French are the working languages of United Nations Secretariat.
• Language: For this internship, fluency in English is required.
• Language: Knowledge of another United Nations official language would be an advantage (i.e.
• Language: French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish)..

Skills

• This announcement broadcasts international internship assignments based in the Information System and Digital Support Section (ISDSS) located in the Human Rights Inquiries Branch (HRIB), which oversees the operationalization and provides support to all mandated human rights investigations relating to information management, digital forensics, online open-source investigation, information security and archiving.
• The Human Rights Inquires Branch comprises the Investigation Support Section; the Accountability and Judicial Cooperation Section; the Information System and Digital Support Section; the Administrative Support Unit.
• Based in Geneva, Switzerland, under the general guidance of the Head of the Branch, the intern will work in coordination with Information System and Digital Support Section to support projects relating to digital evidence handling and online open source investigation and reports to the respective Coordinator/Information Management Officer in the area of assignment.
• Applicants should indicate their present matriculation status and period of availability in the application cover letter.
• RESPONSIBILITIES: The intern shall support OHCHR in fulfilling its mission: – To work for the protection of all human rights for all people. – To help empower people to realize their rights. – To assist those responsible for upholding such rights in ensuring that they are implemented.

Benefits

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

How to Apply