National Human Rights Officer, NO-A - 1 position

The United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Nepal was established in May 2005 following the signature of an agreement with the Government of Nepal. The Office has a mandate to monitor the observance of human rights with a view to advising the authorities of Nepal on the formulation and implementation of policies programmes and measures for the promotion and protection of human rights in Nepal.

The office is seeking to fill the following position:

Based in Kathmandu under the supervision of the Coordinator of the Thematic Team, the incumbent will perform the FOLLOWING MAIN FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct research and collect information pertaining to human rights matters
• Participate in monitoring, reporting on and investigating violations of human rights.
• Contribute to initiatives linked to supporting human rights protection, in collaboration with civil society organizations (including NGOs), UN agencies and others
• Participate in human rights training programmes
• Contribute to the strengthening of the capacity of national NGOs and other institutions working in the field of human rights
• Contribute to reporting Participate in field missions
• Perform other duties, including interpretation and/or translation, as required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND OTHER DESIRABLE SKILLS FOR THE POSITION:
• Advanced University degree, preferably in law, political science, international relations or other disciplines related to human rights.
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in human rights and/or experience in working with marginalized groups.
• Fluency in oral and written Nepali and English is essential. Knowledge of other local languages is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work in an international or multicultural environment
• Knowledge of technology and use of office computer applications.

Candidates are requested to complete a UN Personal History form available either at UN offices throughout the country or the OHCHR's webpage http://nepal.ohchr.org.

The deadline for applications is 14 January, 2009.

All applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their applications by email mentioning the vacancy title, at pnp@ohchr.org or mail it to:

Personnel Officer
OHCHR Nepal
PO Box: 24555,
Kathmandu, Nepal.