Pasantía de Apoyo al Área de Seguridad y Justicia sobre Monitoreo Judicial
Organizational Context
The United Nations Secretariat, specifically the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Mexico City, is seeking an intern to support the Security and Justice Area. This role will contribute to the OHCHR's mandate by assisting in monitoring judicial criteria, legislative agendas, and human rights cases.
Job Purpose
This internship aims to provide practical experience in human rights monitoring and advocacy within the UN Secretariat's Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights in Mexico City. The intern will support the Security and Justice Area by monitoring judicial decisions and federal legislative agendas relevant to UN human rights priorities. A key function will be assisting in the preparation of documents to promote the harmonization of domestic law with international human rights standards. Additionally, the intern will contribute to documenting cases that may involve human rights violations and undertake other tasks essential for achieving the OHCHR's objectives in Mexico. This role offers a valuable opportunity to engage with international human rights mechanisms and contribute to the protection and promotion of human rights.
Responsibilities
The intern will support the monitoring of judicial criteria issued by the Federation's Judiciary. Responsibilities include tracking the federal legislative agenda on priority UN Human Rights issues. The role involves assisting in the preparation of documents to promote the alignment of domestic law with international human rights law. The intern will also provide support in documenting cases that may constitute human rights violations. Furthermore, the intern will assist with other tasks necessary for the fulfillment of the OHCHR's objectives in Mexico.
Work Experience
No specific work experience is explicitly required for this internship. However, relevant academic background in Law, International Relations, or Political Science is essential. Practical experience in human rights or related fields would be beneficial but is not a mandatory requirement.
Skills
Fluency in Spanish (spoken and written) is required. Knowledge of English is desirable. Familiarity with other official UN languages is an advantage. Academic background in Law, International Relations, or Political Science is necessary.