“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, 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 that come with being employed at UN-OHCHR :
- Engaging in meaningful work has the power to impact deserving individuals positively.
- 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: Legal Officer Unit: UN-OHCHR Job Place: Guatemala Deadline: 7, February 2024
Education & Qualifications Requirements:
- Master’s degree in international law / human rights.
- Have a University degree in international relations.
- Bachelor’s degree in political sciences.
- Have a University 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 NGOs’ missions and goals.
- Knowledge of international public relations.
Languages:
- Fluency in English language is Required (both oral and written).
- Having a Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish) both oral and written.
Key Responsibilities Career:
- Responsible for serving as the Deputy Head of Office and Representing the Office in the absence of the OHCHR Head of Office in Guatemala.
- Responsible for supervising and coordinating the office’s human rights monitoring and documentation work.
- Responsible for working with UN and non-governmental programs in the country to integrate human rights perspectives.
- Responsible for ensuring human rights issues, including their gender equality dimensions considerations.
- Responsible for providing legal advice and analysis on cases, public policies, capacity building to national authorities, and legislative proposals.
“The deadline for opportunity is 7, February 2024”