Job Identification : 14110

Locations : Chisinau, Republic of Moldova

Posting Date : 10/11/2023, 03:48 PM

Apply Before : 10/26/2023, 03:59 AM

Job Schedule : Full time

Agency : Office High Comm for Human Rig

Grade : NOA

Vacancy Type : Temporary

Practice Area : Rule of Law, Security and Human Rights

Bureau : Regional Bureau for Europe and the CIS

Contract Duration : 364 days

Education & Work Experience : Master’s Degree

Other Criteria : Or BA with two years of relevant work experience

Required Languages : Fluency in oral and written English, Russian and Romanian

Vacancy Timeline

2 Weeks

Mobility required/no mobility

no mobility required

Job Description

This position is open to Moldova Nationals Only

BACKGROUND

The OHCHR field presence in Moldova, led by the Human Rights Adviser, assists the UN RC Office, UN Country Team in Moldova (UNCT), Government and civil society in strengthening human rights and human rights-based approaches, working closely with the UN Country Team on capacity building and mainstreaming human rights in their work, as well as providing support in engagement with national actors on human rights, including advising national authorities upon request. Thematic priorities for work are Strengthening the rule of law and accountability for human rights violations; Enhancing equality and countering discrimination Integrating human rights in sustainable development; and Enhancing civic space and people’s participation.

OHCHR is developing a protection monitoring project aiming at improving the protective environment and equal access to services for refugees with specific needs and the most vulnerable host community members in Moldova including the Transnistrian region.

Key Duties and Responsibilities :

Under the overall supervision of the Head of the OHCHR in Moldova, and the direct supervision of a Human Rights Officer – Project Coordinator, the National Human Rights Officer’s main responsibilities and tasks are as follows:

•  Contribute to the identification of human rights issues/problem areas, emerging and evolving trends of human rights concerns and violations as well as response and capacity gaps, and assist in the development of a strategy to respond to the situation;
•  Research, collect, document, and analyze information pertaining to the human rights situation in the area of assignment;
•  Provide input and advice on human rights issues as relevant to the mission’s work in the geographic area of assignment;
•  Prepare briefing, interview notes, and analytical documents and contribute to the production of various documentation and reports;
•  Ensure that all activities are conducted in compliance with relevant standards and methods of work, including for protection and safe handling of information;
•  Provides support to building and facilitation of key contacts and partnerships to ensure effective dialogue/exchange on human rights issues;
•  Support coordination with other relevant stakeholders, including regional organizations, in the pursuit of the mandate of the monitoring mission;
•  Ensure the integration of universally recognized human rights, and the gender dimension, in all activities to be carried out within the area of responsibilities;
•  Use information management tools developed by OHCHR, including the database;
•  Participate in and contribute to lessons learned processes;
•  Undertake other tasks as requested.

Impact of Results:

The key results have an impact on coordination activities and fulfillment of OHCHR Moldova objectives, activities, and outputs, in accordance with the human rights situation in the assigned region and area of responsibility.

COMPETENCIES:

•  Professionalism: Knowledge of human rights issues 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 the 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.
•  Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others, and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style, and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
•  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.
•  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.

Qualifications:

Education:

Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in law, social/political science, international relations or other relevant area. A combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensive experience, at the minimum a completed Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of extensive relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

•  Up to 2 years of professional experience in the promotion and protection of human rights and related areas.
•  Experience in monitoring and reporting on human rights situations and identifying relevant technical cooperation needs in a crisis context would be a significant asset. Knowledge of the region is an asset.

Language requirements

•  Fluency in oral and written English, Russian and Romanian
•  Working knowledge of one or more additional languages relevant to Moldova, including Bulgarian, Gagauzian, Romani, Ukrainian, or sign language is an asset.

Applicant information about rosters

OHCHR reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with OHCHR at the same grade level and with similar job descriptions, experience, and educational requirements.

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