“OHCHR” stands for Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, is a part of United Nations agencies that serves as the principal global advocate for the promotion and protection of human rights. OHCHR founded in 1993, It operates under the UN General Assembly and is headed by the High Commissioner for Human Rights. This global office works to address human rights violations, provide assistance to governments and civil society in promoting and protecting human rights, and raise awareness about international human rights standards. OHCHR is playing a crucial role in monitoring and reporting on human rights issues worldwide, supporting the implementation of human rights treaties, and engaging with various stakeholders to advance the global human rights agenda.
What are the advantages come with being employed at UN-OHCHR:
- Engaging in meaningful work has the power to positively impact deserving individuals.
- Empowering Youth by providing them with the necessary tools and skills for advancing in their careers
- Promoting diversity in gender and culture to support the strength of the team.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Human Rights Intern
- Unit: UN-OHCHR
- Job Place: New York
- Deadline: 19, January, 2024
Education & Qualifications Requirements:
Education:
- Master’s degree in social sciences.
- Master’s degree in international relations.
- Bachelor’s degree in political sciences.
- Master’s degree in public relations.
Work Experiences:
- Professional experience in working in human rights / political affairs.
- Professional experience in international relations & law.
- Prefect experience in human rights.
- Experience in international criminal law investigations.
- Good ability to conceptualize ideas and advocate consensus.
- Good in Presentation skills.
- Have the ability to work under pressure to achieve multiple deadlines.
- Full-Knowledge of understanding of NGOs missions and goals.
- Full-Knowledge in international public relations.
Languages:
- Fluency in English language is Required (both oral and written).
- Have a Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish) both oral and written.
Key Responsibilities Career:
- Assist in analysing and interpreting counter-terrorism instruments and laws from a human rights perspective.
- Researches and collects information pertaining to human rights and counter-terrorism matters.
- Assists in the preparation of analytical human rights background and briefing papers.
- Assists in drafting reports, summary notes and correspondence relating to human rights matters, as appropriate.
- Maintains awareness of relevant human rights issues, including at country level.
- Assist in preparing documents needed for the organization of workshops, seminars and briefings.
- Liaises with external partners, as appropriate.
- Performs other related duties as required.
“The deadline for opportunity is 19, January, 2024”
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