Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) About
The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) represents the world's commitment to universal ideals of human dignity. We have a unique mandate from the international community to promote and protect all human rights. OHCHR’s thematic priorities are strengthening international human rights mechanisms; enhancing equality and countering discrimination; combating impunity and strengthening accountability and the rule of law; integrating human rights in development and in the economic sphere; widening the democratic space; and early warning and protection of human rights in situations of conflict, violence and insecurity.
Job Description
Job Posting Organization: The job posting organization is the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Colombia. The OHCHR is dedicated to promoting and protecting human rights globally, with a mission to ensure that all individuals can enjoy their rights and freedoms. Established in 1993, the OHCHR operates in numerous countries around the world, working with various stakeholders to uphold international human rights standards. The organization employs a diverse workforce committed to addressing human rights violations and fostering accountability. The OHCHR's work in Colombia focuses on supporting the peace process, addressing human rights violations, and promoting the rights of vulnerable populations.
Job Overview: The position of Consultor de Análisis de Datos y Visualización involves providing critical support to the OHCHR Colombia in implementing strategies that require comprehensive, valid, timely, consistent, and accurate data. The consultant will be responsible for maintaining databases and data systems, creating simple data visualizations such as infographics and maps from OHCHR data and other relevant sources for both internal and external use. This role also includes preparing reports and responding to specific inquiries, contributing to the research, identification, and documentation of serious human rights violations and international law" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">humanitarian law. The consultant will utilize relational analysis methods to process and manage geographic and social information, providing technical support for reports and dashboards that aid in the investigation and documentation of human rights violations. Additionally, the consultant will advise on how to leverage data for improved decision-making and will identify and analyze errors and inconsistencies in data to support human rights monitoring in the country. The role requires contributing to the processing of data and visualizing results in written reports or presentations for various internal and external audiences, as well as participating in knowledge management and development through documentation and methodology used in data analysis.
Duties and Responsibilities: The consultant will have a range of responsibilities including:
Supporting the implementation of OHCHR Colombia strategies by providing complete and accurate data from primary and secondary sources.
Maintaining databases and data systems, creating visualizations for internal and external use.
Preparing reports and responding to inquiries.
Contributing to the research and documentation of serious human rights violations and international humanitarian law.
Providing technical support for existing reports and dashboards that contribute to the investigation of human rights violations.
Advising on data usage to enhance decision-making processes.
Identifying and analyzing data errors and inconsistencies, providing timely solutions.
Contributing to the processing of data and visualizing results in reports and presentations.
Participating in knowledge management through documentation and methodology for data analysis. 1
Assisting in the development of training materials and user manuals. 1
Supporting other priority activities of the UN Human Rights Office as required by the Chief of Programs and Operations.
Required Qualifications: The required qualifications for this position include a high school diploma as a minimum. A desirable qualification is a degree in Computer Science, Data Science or Analytics, Statistics, Information Management, Cartography, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or related fields. The candidate should possess at least 10 years of relevant experience in applied analysis, business intelligence, statistics, project management, or related areas. Knowledge of data usage for decision-making, strategy development, and project execution is essential. Familiarity with data analysis and visualization applications such as MS Power BI, Qlik, Tableau, or similar tools, as well as business intelligence tools like SAP Business Objects, is required. Experience with ArcGIS, IBM Watson Content Analytics, and general office automation is also desirable. Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint, experience with mapping tools, and knowledge of information management technologies such as data mining and database management are preferred. Experience within the United Nations system or a similar international organization is also desirable.
Educational Background: The educational background required for this position includes a high school diploma as a minimum requirement. However, a degree in relevant fields such as Computer Science, Data Science, Analytics, Statistics, Information Management, Cartography, or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is highly desirable. This educational foundation is crucial for understanding the complexities of data analysis and visualization, which are central to the role.
Experience: The position requires a significant level of experience, specifically at least 10 years of relevant experience in fields such as applied analysis, business intelligence, statistics, project management, or related areas. This extensive experience is necessary to ensure that the consultant can effectively support the OHCHR's mission and contribute to the organization's goals in human rights monitoring and reporting.
Languages: Fluency in Spanish is mandatory for this position. This language proficiency is essential for effective communication and collaboration within the OHCHR and with various stakeholders in Colombia. While not explicitly stated, proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly in a multicultural and international environment such as the United Nations.
Additional Notes: The position is expected to last from January 20, 2026, to May 31, 202
Specific details regarding the contract duration, seniority level, and whether the position is full-time or part-time have not been provided. It is important to note that the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including application, interview, processing, or training. The organization also does not request information regarding applicants' bank accounts.
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