Programme Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The position is located within the United Nations Joint Human Rights Office of the UN Mission for the Stabilization of the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO) and the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR). The UN has a mission to promote and protect human rights globally, and this office specifically focuses on the DRC, which has faced numerous human rights challenges. The UN's commitment to human rights is reflected in its various programs and initiatives aimed at addressing these issues. The organization operates in multiple countries and employs a diverse workforce dedicated to upholding the principles of the UN Charter.

Job Overview:
The Programme Officer will play a crucial role in the development, implementation, and evaluation of human rights programs and projects. This position requires a proactive approach to monitoring and analyzing the progress of these initiatives, identifying human rights issues, and proposing corrective actions. The officer will also engage in consulting assignments, facilitating workshops, and assisting clients in managing change related to human rights. A significant part of the role involves researching and analyzing human rights information from various sources, contributing to policy development, and preparing evaluations and studies. The Programme Officer will be responsible for designing data collection tools, analyzing responses, and preparing written outputs such as reports and background papers. Additionally, the officer will support consultative meetings and outreach activities, conduct training workshops, and participate in field missions, providing guidance to various stakeholders. The role also includes coordinating budget-related activities and analyzing human rights data to identify trends, ultimately supporting data-driven decision-making.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Programme Officer's duties include:

• Participating in the development, implementation, and evaluation of human rights programs/projects.
• Monitoring and analyzing program/project development and implementation.
• Reviewing relevant human rights documents and reports.
• Identifying human rights problems and proposing corrective actions.
• Liaising with relevant parties and tracking follow-up actions.
• Conducting consulting assignments and facilitating workshops on human rights.
• Researching, analyzing, and presenting human rights information.
• Assisting in policy development and preparing evaluations or research studies.
• Designing data collection tools and analyzing responses. 1
• Preparing written outputs such as reports and background papers. 1
• Providing support for meetings and conferences on human rights issues. 1
• Conducting outreach activities and training workshops. 1
• Participating in field missions and drafting mission summaries. 1
• Coordinating budget and funding activities and preparing related documents. 1
• Collecting and analyzing human rights data to identify trends and patterns.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a strong understanding of human rights theories, concepts, and approaches. They should have the ability to identify and analyze issues, conduct independent research, and manage conflicting priorities. Professionalism, planning, and organizational skills are essential, along with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. The candidate should demonstrate a commitment to gender perspectives and the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Strong analytical and evaluative skills are necessary to support decision-making processes.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, management, economics, human rights, international relations, or a related field is required. Alternatively, a first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted. Successful completion of degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics, or data science is considered an advantage.

Experience:
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in project or program management, human rights, administration, or a related area is required. Experience in human rights-based planning is essential, and familiarity with donor relations is desirable. Additionally, two or more years of experience in data analytics or a related area is preferred.

Languages:
The working languages of the United Nations Secretariat are English and French. For this position, proficiency in both languages is required, with a minimum level of proficiency specified according to the UN Language Framework. Candidates must demonstrate strong reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in both English and French.

Additional Notes:
The position may involve an initial probationary period of one year under a fixed-term appointment. The United Nations is committed to achieving gender balance and encourages female candidates to apply. The organization emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in its workforce and adheres to strict standards of integrity and professionalism in its recruitment process. The UN does not charge any fees during the recruitment process and ensures that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications and organizational needs.