ASSISTANT HUMAN RIGHTS OFFICER (DISABILITY) TJO

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Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Assistant Human Rights Officer will be responsible for the following duties: ? Researches and collects information pertaining the human rights of persons with disabilities in all their diversity, including on care and support systems and their gender dimensions from a variety of data sources (e.g. communications, publications, the press) to keep abreast of issues/events and provide up-to-date information; assists in the analysis of information; assists in the analysis of the information, to include the impact on the countries and thematic mandates on the human rights situation in assigned area. ? Drafts a variety of reports and correspondence relating to human rights matters. ? Participates in monitoring and observing trials, hearings and consultations, and prepare summaries of results. ? Maintains awareness of current human rights issues, to include relevant political and legal developments in the countr(ies) concerned. ? Assists with human rights training programmes for national law enforcement officials, representatives of the civil society and human rights non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in order to promote national capacity building. ? Assists in the reviews of human rights issues, including their gender dimensions, and participates in discussions with other Human Rights Officers (HROs) on the integration of these issues into political, economic and development-related programmes. ? Assists in promoting efforts for community mobilisation and those that focus on exercise of rights of population. ? Participates with other HROs in discussions with relevant authorities and other influential actors with the aim of stopping or preventing human rights violations or seeks other remedial action by the authorities to prevent similar violations occurring in the future. ? Assists his/her supervisor in liaising with government, NHRI, NGOs, Civil Society organizations, UN agencies and other partners to create baseline data on the human rights situation, with special attention to vulnerable groups. ? Prepares preliminary versions of speeches, presentations and communications issued by the Representative of the Regional Office ? Performs other related duties as required

Competencies

? PROFESSIONALISM : Knowledge of disability rights issues, including in care and support systems, and ability to identify related problems in their political, ethnic, racial, gender equality and socio-economic dimensions. Knowledge of institutional mandates of human rights organizations, prevailing policies and procedures. Research and analytical skills, including ability to identify and participate in the resolution of human rights issues. Ability to identify sources for data collection, analyze information and draft human rights reports. 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. ? PLANNING AND 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; uses time efficiently ? 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.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, political science, international relations, social sciences or related field. A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Job - Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

For candidates who hold a first level university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent), a minimum of two (2) years of experience in human rights, political affairs, international relations, law or related area is required. (None for candidates who hold an advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent). Experience in disability rights is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in oral and written Spanish is required. Knowledge of English is required. Knowledge of Portuguese is desirable.