Human Rights Associate

Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights - OHCHR

Volunteer Closes 16 Apr 2026 11 days left

Overview

The Human Rights Associate will support the Sustainable Development Section's work to integrate human rights into sustainable development and global economic policymaking.


Key Responsibilities
  • Assist the Section’s work to accelerate implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and beyond, including with research, organization of meetings, and development of materials
  • Assist with the Section’s work on policy reform relating to the international financial architecture
  • Assist country-level work related to the Human Rights Economy undertaken by OHCHR field presences
  • Assist with an ongoing review on integration of human rights and gender equality in UN development system country analysis and programming
  • Perform other related duties as required.
Required Experience
  • 1 month
  • Relevant experience 2 years
Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in human rights, development, economics or related field

Other Details
Languages Required
English, Level: Fluent, Required
Languages Preferred
Working knowledge of a second UN language is desirable.
Contract Duration
6 months (with possibility of extension)
Work Modality
Onsite
Remuneration
Monthly Living Allowance (Per month) apx.: USD 3002.91 Entry lump sum (one-time payment): USD 3500 Exit allowance (for each month served, paid on completion of contract): USD 225 Medical and life insurance: Cigna Private Insurance
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