Reporting Officer
Organizational Context
The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is dedicated to protecting human rights globally, empowering individuals to realize their rights, and assisting duty-bearers in upholding them. OHCHR operates by prioritizing urgent human rights violations, focusing on vulnerable populations, and ensuring the equal realization of all rights. It collaborates with governments, civil society, and UN entities to strengthen national human rights capacity, embedding human rights as a core principle in UN operations.
Job Purpose
The UNV Human Rights Officer will be based within the Human Rights Service of the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH), specifically within the Reporting Unit. This role is crucial for supporting the Unit's mandate by drafting comprehensive human rights reports, including weekly, quarterly, and thematic reports, as well as Secretary-General reports and briefing notes. The officer will analyze collected information, assess legal frameworks against international standards, and ensure proper documentation. A key contribution will be integrating a gender perspective into all data and information, and maintaining the human rights database. The role also involves training local partners on reporting techniques.
Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Unit team leader and overall supervision of the Head of the Human Rights Service, the UNV Human Rights Officer will draft various human rights documents, including weekly/quarterly reports, SG reports, thematic reports, and briefing notes. Responsibilities include reviewing information from the monitoring and investigation team, identifying gaps, and guiding investigations. The officer will analyze the compliance of national legal frameworks and public policies with international human rights standards. Ensuring proper documentation of collected information according to OHCHR methodology is essential. Support will be provided to the monitoring and investigation team by gathering information from UN actors, state authorities, and civil society. A critical aspect is integrating a gender perspective into all data and information. The role also involves using and maintaining the Human Rights Service database for case entry and documentation of violations, and developing/implementing training sessions on reporting techniques for local partners.
Work Experience
A minimum of three years of relevant professional experience is required. Desirable experience includes monitoring and reporting on human rights, and applying international human rights law and mechanisms. Experience working in or knowledge of the human rights situation in Haiti is advantageous. Strong drafting, formulation, and reporting skills in English and French are essential, along with excellent interpersonal and computer literacy skills.
Skills
Key competencies include Accountability, Commitment and Motivation, Communication, Ethics and Values, Planning and Organizing, Technological Awareness, Working in Teams, and Professionalism. Expertise is needed in Legal affairs, Translation and interpretation, Communication, advocacy, and public information. The role requires excellent oral and written skills in English and French, and the ability to work inclusively and collaboratively in a challenging environment.