National Legal Officer in Human Rights

Tegucigalpa

Organization: UNDP - United Nations Development Programme
Location: Tegucigalpa
Grade: Junior level - NO-B, National Professional Officer - Locally recruited position
Occupational Groups:
- Operations and Administrations
- Legal - Broad
- Human Rights
Closing Date: Closed

Background

Under the overall guidance of the Head of Office and the direct supervision of the Coordinator of the Rule of Law Unit, the National Professional Officer will be responsible for the following duties.

Duties and Responsibilities

The key results impact the successful implementation of the OHCHR strategy and plan in Honduras. The National Professional Officer’s work will also impact the prevention and protection response of the Office, the quality of the technical assistance and capacity building extended, the sustainability of results.

Identifies and analyzes legislation and policies in the rule of law area, including justice and security, and follow up on their implementation, in the light of international standards, jurisprudence of the human rights mechanisms and recommendations extended to Honduras.
Contributes to the development of a strategy to improve human rights protection, and provide expert advice and technical assistance to state institutions, parliament, civil society organizations, communities and other stakeholders, in the development, reform and implementation of legislation, policies and programs.
Collaborates with the organization of seminars, workshops and consultations at the national and local level to promote knowledge of international human rights standards and jurisprudence, and how international human rights standards can be used to promote and protect human rights in the context of development.
Contributes to the development of papers, briefings, advocacy materials, presentations and methodological tools.
Participates in human rights monitoring including through field missions and engagement at community level and provide advice to OHCHR and UN colleagues.
Assists with other tasks as required by the achievement of objectives and the mandate of OHCHR-Honduras.

Competencies

Professionalism - Knowledge of the international human rights standards and their practical implementation and exposure to a range of human rights issues, to include approaches and techniques to address sensitive problems. Capacity to analyzes and synthesize information including ability to evaluate and integrate information from a variety of sources and assess impact on the human rights situation. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Communication - Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Planning and Organizing - Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Teamwork - Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

An advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent degree) in law, political sciences, international relations, social sciences or any other discipline related to human right is required. A first level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

A minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible and relevant experience in the human rights and rule of law fields at the national and/or international levels is required. Experience with human rights law and related mechanisms, as well as domestic legal and policy frameworks related to human rights is also required.
Candidates who have a first level University degree must have a minimum of four years of progressively responsible and relevant professional experience.

Language Requirements:

For the position advertised, fluency in Spanish (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of English is also required.

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