Human Rights Associate
Overview
The Human Rights Associate will contribute to the strengthening of strategic thematic priorities for the current planning cycle, including the implementation of a gender perspective. The role involves gathering information, supporting civil society organizations, conducting research, and promoting dialogue on human rights.
Key Responsibilities
- Gather information and report on the human rights situation in the thematic area.
- Support the assistance to civil society organization to develop and implement policies and training programs.
- Conduct substantive research analysis of compliance of national legal framework and/or public policies with international human rights standards.
- Promote dialogue between local human rights and civil society networks, humanitarian actors, and the OHCHR Office in Venezuela.
- Use the OHCHR database to enter cases and document allegations and violations of human rights.
- Provide technical assistance and follow up to activities with counterparts and partners.
Required Experience
1 month Donor priorities. Relevant experience 3 months. Demonstrated interest and/or experience (ideally one year): Knowledge of the UN International human rights standards and mechanisms. Experience working in the Latin American Region and/or knowledge of the human rights in the region is considered an advantage. Experience on monitoring and reporting on human rights desirable. Experience in the application of international human rights law, standards and protections mechanisms is highly desirable. Commitment to volunteerism, previous experience as a volunteer or with human rights volunteer organizations is an advantage.
Qualifications
Master's degree in law, political science, international relations or social sciences with human rights academic and/or gender academic.
