特别公告

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.

For this position, applicants from the following Member States, which are unrepresented or underrepresented in the UN Secretariat as of 30 April 2017, are strongly encouraged to apply: Afghanistan, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahrain, Belarus, Belize, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Cabo Verde, Cambodia, Central African Republic, Chad, China, Comoros, Cyprus, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Dominica, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Honduras, Indonesia, Islamic Republic of Iran, Iraq, Japan, Kiribati, Kuwait, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Monaco, Mozambique, Nauru, Norway, Oman, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Poland, Qatar, Russian Federation, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles, Solomon Islands, South Sudan, Suriname, Syrian Arab Republic, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Vanuatu, Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and Viet Nam.

设置和报告

This position is located in the Human Rights Treaties Branch in the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva. Geneva is classified as a "H" hardship duty station and a family duty station. The incumbent reports to the Chief of the Capacity Building and Harmonization Section.

工作内容

Within delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

• Serves as Secretary of the Annual Meeting of Chairpersons of Human Rights Treaty Bodies.
• Strengthens the research and analysis support capacity of the Secretariat of the Annual Meeting of Chairpersons of Treaty Bodies as well as other human rights treaty bodies.
• Prepares documentation for the Annual Meeting sessions, including the annual report of the Treaty Bodies Chairpersons to the General Assembly.
• Prepares draft-guidelines for following-up to Annual Meeting recommendations.
• Coordinates with the Secretariats of all treaty bodies the programme of work of the Annual Meeting and organizes regular internal meetings of the Secretaries of treaty bodies.
• Demonstrates leadership to facilitate change and improvements of working methods and procedures of the treaty bodies.
• Keeps track of the implementation of GA resolution 68/268 on the strengthening of the human rights treaty body system.
• Prepares, including through data collection and consultation of key stakeholders, the biennial Secretary General report under GA resolution 68/268.
• Participates, including through drafting background and other papers, to the strengthening of the human rights treaty bodies.
• Supervises more junior staff.
• Prepares various treaty bodies outreach tools and publications.
• Services the meetings of the Chairpersons of Treaty Bodies their working groups,
• Prepares legal analyses and drafts legal background papers for the human rights treaty bodies
• Perform any other related duties as required.

工作要求

Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to human rights. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to conduct data collection using various methods. Knowledge of international human rights law and standards; very good knowledge of institutional mandates and mechanisms, especially of the functioning of the Human Rights Treaty Bodies Good analytical and research skills, including ability to evaluate and integrate information from a variety of sources and make proposals to improve the working methods of treaty bodies, and assess the degree of implementation of international human rights norms in States Parties. Good leadership skills particularly in multi-stakeholders environment. Demonstrated ability to move in a sound manner change or review processes forward. Ability to apply sound judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Integrity: Demonstrates the values of the United Nations in daily activities and behaviours; acts without consideration of personal gain; resists undue political pressure in decision-making; does not abuse power or authority; stands by decisions that are in the Organization’s interest, even if they are unpopular; takes prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behaviour.

Respect for Diversity: Works effectively with people from all backgrounds; treats all people with dignity and respect; treats men and women equally; shows respect for and understanding of diverse points of view and demonstrates this understanding in daily work and decision-making; examines own biases and behaviours to avoid stereotypical responses; does not discriminate against any individual or group.

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; 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.

Managerial competency:

Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow ; Empowers others to translate vision into results ; Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives ; Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support ; Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions ; Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo ; Shows the courage to take unpopular stands.

专业要求

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

工作经验

Required experience:
- At least seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in the human rights field.
- Experience in international human rights mechanisms and treaties.
- Experience in supervising staff.

Desired experience:
- Experience in human rights outreach.
- Experience working at an international organization or non-governmental organization (NGO).

语言要求

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations. For this post advertised, fluency in English and French is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an asset.

评估

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview. Core values and competencies will be assessed throughout the evaluation process.

联合国方面的考虑

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity, including but not limited to, respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to, whether they have committed or are alleged to have committed criminal offences or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The screening and evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications, including but not limited to, their education, work experience, and language skills, according to the instructions provided on inspira. Applicants will be disqualified from consideration if they do not demonstrate in their application that they meet the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations. Applicants are solely responsible for providing complete and accurate information at the time of application: no amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.

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