EU Provincial Human Rights Officer - Balochistan

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Position Title: EU Provincial Human Rights Officer - Balochistan
Location: Quetta
Country: Pakistan
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the leading United Nations organization dedicated to fighting poverty, inequality, and climate change. Established in 1965, UNDP operates in approximately 170 countries, working with a broad network of experts and partners to build integrated, lasting solutions for people and the planet. UNDP is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, valuing the multiplicity of nations and cultures where it operates. The organization emphasizes a 'leave no one behind' approach, encouraging applications from individuals belonging to marginalized or excluded populations. UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, and discrimination, ensuring rigorous reference and background checks for selected candidates.

Job Overview:
The EU Provincial Human Rights Officer - Balochistan will coordinate the effective planning and implementation of the EU-funded Human Rights Project in the province. This role involves supporting provincial human rights institutions and civil society organizations, ensuring compliance with UN values and donor expectations. The officer will provide capacity development support to the Government of Balochistan, assist in preparing internal and external reports, and maintain communication with stakeholders. The position requires a proactive approach to engage with civil society organizations and NGOs, facilitating linkages with national human rights institutions and relevant departments. The officer will also monitor project progress, prepare reports, and contribute to resource mobilization efforts, ensuring alignment with the project’s goals of promoting human rights, gender equality, and social inclusion.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate effective project planning and implementation, leading the provincial implementation of the EU-funded Human Rights Project.
• Provide capacity development support to the Government of Balochistan on key initiatives under the EU project.
• Assist in the preparation of internal and external reports regarding project implementation.
• Maintain project dashboards and track progress against deliverables from contractors and partners.
• Prepare concept notes, project proposals, and budgeted work plans for potential funding partners.
• Establish partnerships and maintain communication with various stakeholders, including government departments and civil society organizations.
• Conduct stakeholder mapping and analysis to identify the needs of human rights defenders.
• Monitor implementation and progress of project activities, ensuring alignment with UNDP guidelines.
• Organize training sessions and capacity-building activities involving various stakeholders. 1
• Document best practices and lessons learned from the project, sharing knowledge with stakeholders. 1
• Participate in knowledge networks and communities of practice related to human rights and gender equality. 1
• Promote advocacy on development trends and collaboration opportunities. 1
• Fulfill other duties as necessary for the efficient functioning of the office.

Required Qualifications:

• Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Law, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, or a related field. Alternatively, a first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) with an additional two years of qualifying experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in management advisory services, particularly in communications, reporting, and project development.
• Proficiency in using office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.).
• Knowledge and experience in promoting human rights and social inclusion.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in relevant fields such as Law, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, or Social Sciences. A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) combined with additional qualifying experience may also be considered.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience for candidates with a master's degree or 4 years for those with a bachelor's degree. Experience should include providing management advisory services, particularly in communications, reporting, proposal development, and hands-on experience in the design, monitoring, and evaluation of development projects.

Languages:
Fluency in the UN language of the duty station (English) is required. Additionally, fluency in the national language of the duty station (Urdu) is required for local personnel.

Additional Notes:
The position is based in Quetta, Pakistan, and involves full-time engagement. UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity and encourages applications from individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities. The organization emphasizes a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, ensuring that all selected candidates undergo rigorous reference and background checks. UNDP also reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement and may retain applications for other similar positions.