“OHCHR” stands for Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights and 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, 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 plays 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 that 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: Geneva Deadline: 11, May 2024
Education & Qualifications Requirements:
- 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.
- Perfect 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 NGO missions and goals.
- Knowledge of international public relations.
Languages:
- Fluency in the English language is Required (both oral and written).
Key Responsibilities Career:
- Responsible for designing policies and activities of the human rights office aimed at addressing human rights issues of concern.
- Responsible for ensuring the flow of information regarding human rights issues within the human rights office.
- Responsible for conducting investigations about human rights.
- Responsible for ensuring human rights issues, including their gender equality dimensions considerations.
- Responsible for assisting the Chief Human Rights Officer in overseeing the day-to-day management of the Human Rights Office.
Deadline:
11, May 2024
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