Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Human Rights Officer/ SGBV Investigator – Temporary Jobs in South Sudan
Org. Setting and Reporting
This position is located within the Commission on Human Rights on South Sudan, Office of the High Commissioner on Human Rights (OHCHR), based in Juba, South Sudan. The incumbent will work under the supervision of the Chief of Investigations of the Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Human Rights Officer/ SGBV Investigator will be responsible for the following duties:
Serves as SGBV investigator and takes the lead in researching, collecting and analysing information and documentation related to sexual and gender-based violence, as required by the mandate; provides advice on the drafting of the information gathering plan with respect to sexual-based violence-related issues; and, under the guidance of the Chief of Investigations and the Gender Adviser proposes information gathering methods and tools to conduct investigations into sexual gender-based violence, including interviews with victims and witnesses;
Conducts investigations, including through interviews with victims and witnesses, to gather information and corroborate allegations of violations of international human rights and international criminal law related to mandate;
Conducts timely monitoring of trends and patterns of violations;
Employs monitoring and mapping tools and multi-source, including open sources material and satellite imagery, to support geolocation of incidents and to assess the authenticity of collected materials and testimonies;
Identifies alleged perpetrators based on agreed information gathering methods;
Participates in and organizes missions to sites of violations or other places as required;
Ensures that all measures are taken for the protection of victims and witnesses, especially women and girls, who cooperate with the Commission according to the agreed methodology and respect for the ‘do no harm principle’, and by making effective use of referral pathways and protection measures for survivors and witnesses, with a focus on SGBV survivors;
Ensures that the information and documentation related to the investigation is protected, stored and preserved safely in accordance with procedures established by the Commission;
Undertakes preliminary analysis of information gathered and drafts analytical documents, including a gender analysis.
Drafts relevant sections and provides inputs for the Commission’s report;
In close coordination with Gender Adviser, ensures that gender perspective and gender-sensitive approaches are integrated at all stages of the investigation, analysis and report drafting;
Performs other related duties as required.
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 ability to identify and participate in the resolution of human rights issues. Ability to identify sources for data collection, research and analyze information and draft human rights reports.
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.
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.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in law, political science, international relations, social sciences or related field. A first-level university degree in the mentioned fields of studies, in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible work experience in human rights is required.
A minimum of two (2) years of experience carrying out human rights investigations is required.
A minimum of two (2) years of experience carrying out investigations on sexual and gender-based violence or conflict related sexual violence is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations. For this position, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Human Rights Officer/ SGBV Investigator – Temporary Jobs in South Sudan
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