\\n Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located within the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR Field Operations and Technical Cooperation Division (FOTCD), Africa Branch in Geneva. The incumbent will report to the Coordinator of the team of the High Commissioner\\\'s designated Expert on Sudan and to the Chief of Africa 1 Section, under the overall supervision of the Chief of the Africa Branch. Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Human Rights Officer (Analyst/Reporting) will be responsible for the following duties:

- Reviews and analyses information collected and advises Secretariat staff on addressing gaps and following leads;
- In coordination with the Coordinator of the Team of the designated Expert, identifies gaps and orients information gathering, accordingly; coordinates closely with the Legal Officer to ensure information collected corresponds to the required legal elements;
- Coordinates closely with the Gender Adviser to ensure gender perspectives are integrated throughout information gathering, and during analysis and report drafting, including on the gendered impact of the violations;
- Prepares briefings, summaries of information gathered, and analytical documents as required;
- Coordinates the drafting of the High Commissioner\\\'s reports and oral briefings to the Human Rights Council on the situation of human Rights in Sudan with inputs of the designated Expert, and acts as its main drafter;
- Ensures that information collected is properly documented, in accordance with standard OHCHR methodology in coordination with the Coordinator of the designated Expert;
- Assists in drawing analytical conclusions; proposes the structure of reports and visualization of the designated Expert \\\'s findings and conclusions; assists in developing
actionable and gender-sensitive recommendations.
- Performs other duties as required. Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of human rights-related matters, international human rights law, international criminal law, and international humanitarian law; proven ability to analyse and report on complex human rights investigations; understanding of gender dimension in the human rights field work including sexual-based violence; capacity to analyse and synthesize information. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to conduct data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the Internet, intranet, and other databases. Ability to apply 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

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 a 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 AND 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.

CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be \"clients\" and seeks to see things from clients\\\' point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients\\\' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients\\\' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to the client. Education

An advanced university degree (Master\\\'s degree or equivalent degree) in law, political science or international relations, or another discipline related to human rights is required. A first-level university degree in the mentioned fields of studies, in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience maybe accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible work experience in human rights, international humanitarian law, or international criminal law is required.

A minimum of two years of experience in the analysis and/or drafting of public human rights reports is required.

Relevant experience working for the United Nations, or a similar institution is desirable. Languages

French and English are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of Arabic is an advantage. Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which will be followed by competency-based interview. Special Notice

This position is available until 31 March 2025. The extension of the appointment is subject to the extension of the mandate and/or availability of the funds.

At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

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.

Pursuant to section 7.11 of ST/AI/2012/2/Rev.1, candidates recruited through the young professionals programme who have not served for a minimum of two years in the position of their initial assignment are not eligible to apply to this position.\\n \\n \\n \\n \\n \\n

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