Human Rights Associate

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

Volunteer Closes 16 Apr 2026 7 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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