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Background: Important note: UNITAMS will only accept properly completed and signed Personal History Form (P.11) received before closing date. Please submit your application on the attached P.11 ONLY. Other UN P.11 formats, incomplete P.11, CV and Resume will not be accepted, nor will late submissions after closing date.
The selected candidate will be expected to deploy in time to commence work as soon as possible.
Applying to this job opening carries an expectation to accept the offer, if selected, subject to clearance of employment reference checks, security and medical. 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. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential.
This position is locally recruited open for Sudanese nationals only.
UNITAMS will not provide accommodation to locally recruited staff.
UNITAMS is equal employer for men and women. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. |
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Duties and responsibilities: This position is located in the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan (UNITAMS). The United Nations Security Council adopted resolution 2524 (2020) authorizing the mandate of UNITAMS which is to assist the political transition, progress towards democratic governance, in the protection and promotion of human rights, and sustainable peace; support peace processes and implementation of future peace agreements; assist peacebuilding, civilian protection and rule of law, in particular in Blue Nile and South Kordofan (the Two Areas) and Darfur; and support the mobilisation of economic and development assistance and coordination of humanitarian assistance.
The position based in El Fasher and located in the El Fasher Regional Office will report to the Human Rights Officer (Team Leader) and the Senior Women Protection Adviser.
Responsibilities: Within the limits of delegated authority, the Associate Human Rights Officer (Women Protection Advisor) will be responsible for performing the following duties:
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Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required: Education: An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, political science, international relations, social sciences, or in a related area. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in human rights or a closely related field is required. Experience in working with international human rights standards, instruments and mechanisms is required. Previous experience in human rights monitoring and reporting, especially on sexual and gender-based violence and on/or in building capacity for the promotion and protection of human rights is required. Experience in remote monitoring and analyzing large amounts of information, including from open sources is desirable. Experience in monitoring and reporting on conflict-related sexual violence and working with victims of human rights violations is desirable.
Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Fluency in Arabic is required. Knowledge of additional local languages is an advantage.
UN CORE VALUES AND COMPETENCIES
Professionalism: Sensitivity to the political and social environment and ability to adjust behaviours accordingly; Sound knowledge of international human rights and humanitarian legal frameworks, protection, gender/SGBV and of the Women, Peace and Security agenda; Basic knowledge of institutional mandates related to the position and of UN human rights methodologies; Capacity to monitor human rights-related matters, in particular conflict-related sexual violence and to propose possible means for their resolution, including assisting in advocacy efforts; Ability to identify information relevant to human rights, synthesise significant amounts of information and to produce human rights analysis drawing on all available sources of information, including open sources; Minimum understanding of the relevance of information and data management and its applicability to human rights work; Ability to identify new and better approaches to work processes and to incorporate them in daily work; Ability to understand the relevance of diverse fields, such as protection of civilians, humanitarian action, development, DDR, rule of law, transitional justice, legislative reforms, peacebuilding and election support, to human rights issues and activities, especially conflict-related sexual violence; Shows pride in work and 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 the 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. |
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Assessment: Evaluation of qualified candidates may include a written assessment followed by a competency-based interview.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. |
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United Nations Considerations: The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
No Fee: THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS
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