Knowledge Management Expert for Human Rights Education Centre

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is a global development network that works in over 170 countries to eradicate poverty and reduce inequalities. Established in 1965, UNDP aims to help countries achieve their development goals and improve the lives of their citizens. In Pakistan, UNDP collaborates with the government and local communities to address development challenges, promote human rights, and support sustainable development initiatives. The organization focuses on building partnerships with various stakeholders, including government bodies, civil society, and the private sector, to foster transformational change and ensure effective program delivery.

Job Overview:
The Knowledge Management Expert for the Human Rights Education Centre will play a crucial role in facilitating knowledge and capacity-building initiatives aimed at promoting human rights education in Pakistan. This position involves collaborating with academic stakeholders and international experts to design learning tools and knowledge materials that align with UNDP's strategic priorities. The expert will also support the development of a digital repository for hosting courses and knowledge materials relevant to human rights, ensuring that these resources are accessible to key beneficiaries such as academics, researchers, and human rights practitioners. The role requires a strong commitment to enhancing the capacity of universities and other institutions involved in human rights education, as well as contributing to the overall mission of promoting human rights and social inclusion across Pakistan.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Facilitate knowledge and capacity-building through the design and maintenance of key learning tools.
• Coordinate with the EU Human Rights Education Officer and key academic stakeholders to support the design of learning tools and knowledge materials that align with UNDP’s strategic priorities.
• Liaise with international experts to ensure that all developed materials are in line with international standards and practices.
• Provide support to digitization experts for the design and maintenance of a digital repository for hosting courses and knowledge materials relevant to human rights.
• Identify external opportunities for capacity-building such as relevant courses, training programmes, and e-learning tools for the programme’s key beneficiaries.
• Provide support to the programme’s partner universities to design and deploy knowledge products for the promotion of human rights.
• Facilitate the provision of research support to key stakeholders such as academia, CSOs, government, and NHRIs.
• Liaise with the programme’s coordinators based in the provinces to facilitate access to the centre’s knowledge materials and learning tools.
• Support the Human Rights Education Centre by contributing to the development of key research materials, briefs, and proposals. 1
• Contribute to the expansion of the centre’s network by preparing briefs to facilitate the surveying of potential academic partners. 1
• Facilitate the UNDP-supported academic task force to fulfil its mandate through the provision of key research support. 1
• Support the EU Human Rights Education Officer to develop reporting templates for the centre’s key activities, ensuring compliance with UNDP’s guidelines and donor reporting obligations.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in human rights, education, or a related field. They should have experience in knowledge management, capacity building, and the development of educational materials. Familiarity with international human rights standards and practices is essential. The candidate should demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. Proficiency in project management and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively are also required. A commitment to promoting human rights and social inclusion is crucial for this role.

Educational Background:
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in human rights, education, social sciences, or a related field is required. A master’s degree in a relevant discipline is preferred and may be advantageous for candidates seeking to stand out in the selection process. Additional certifications or training in knowledge management, capacity building, or human rights education would be beneficial.

Experience:
Candidates should have at least 3-5 years of relevant professional experience in knowledge management, human rights education, or a related field. Experience working with international organizations, academic institutions, or civil society organizations is highly desirable. Proven experience in developing educational materials and facilitating training programs will be considered an asset. Familiarity with the Pakistani context and understanding of local governance structures will also be beneficial.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, as all communication and documentation will be conducted in English. Proficiency in Urdu or other local languages is considered an asset, as it will facilitate better engagement with local stakeholders and communities.

Additional Notes:
This position is a national UNV assignment, meaning that the selected candidate will be responsible for arranging their own housing and living essentials. The UNV Field Unit will assist in opening a local bank account for salary disbursement. The role may require flexibility in working hours and the ability to travel within Pakistan as needed. The UNV program promotes diversity and inclusivity, welcoming applications from qualified individuals regardless of gender, race, or other characteristics. Selected candidates may be subject to vaccination requirements in line with applicable policies.