The Assistant Human Rights Officer (B&HR) researches and collects information on human rights matters, supports the office's business and human rights agenda, and drafts reports. The role also involves participating in documentation and monitoring of human rights violations and assisting with training programmes.
For candidates who hold a first level university degree (Bachelor's degree or equivalent), a minimum of two years of progressively responsible professional experience at national and/or international levels in the human rights field is required. No experience is needed for candidates who hold an advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent). Experience in dealing with key stakeholders, including business enterprises, governments, diplomatic community, NGO's and/or victims is desirable. Experience in communication, including preparation of written reports and training presentations to external audiences is desirable. Experience in relation to business and human rights is desirable. Experience working on issues at the intersection of human rights and digital technologies, or with digital technology companies is desirable.
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in law, political science, international relations, social sciences or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
