British Embassy Jobs in South Sudan - Political and Human Rights Officer Vacancies
British Embassy Jobs in South Sudan - Political and Human Rights Officer Vacancies
Job CategoryForeign and Commonwealth Office (Policy & Political roles)
Job Subcategory
Chancery
Job Description
Main purpose of job:
You will join the British Embassy Juba’s dynamic Political team.
This team is at the centre of the Embassy’s work supporting the UK-South Sudan bilateral relationship, including UK efforts to support the promotion of human rights in South Sudan and the implementation of the peace process. This is an exciting new role, designed to support the Embassy’s work on human rights issues and on gender and the UN Women Peace and Security agenda.
The promotion of universal human rights, including the equal rights of women and girls, and women’s participation in the peace process, are key elements of the Embassy’s work.
You will need to be motivated, with a demonstrated commitment to human rights in South Sudan, and strong analytical skills and the ability to develop a diverse network.
As an integral part of the team, you will need to be flexible and there will be opportunities to gain experience in other areas, particularly in relation to event planning and communications.
Roles and responsibilities:
Context
The UK is committed to supporting the implementation of the peace process in South Sudan, including the participation of women, and to promoting the human rights of all people in South Sudan.
The UK is a leading international donor (both humanitarian and conflict mitigation), a member of the Troika (UK, US and Norway), a permanent member of the UN Security Council, which regularly addresses issues concerning human rights in South Sudan, and has deployed up to 400 troops to the UN Mission (UNMISS).
Responsibilities
In support of the Second Secretary Political & Human Rights and the rest of the Political team, you will:
Provide accurate, reliable and timely information, analysis and reporting on the human rights situation in South Sudan and, as relevant, international humanitarian law.
Implement and further develop the Embassy’s strategies on human rights and Women Peace and Security, working closely with colleagues from across all UK Government departments.
Assist in developing strong networks of women leaders in their fields in South Sudan.
Develop relationships with a diverse range of actors on human rights and women’s participation in the peace process, including members of the Government and opposition parties, civil society, national and international NGOs, the media, relevant UN bodies (e.g. UNMISS and UN Women), and other diplomatic missions. .
Deliver effective outreach and communications on key messages, including radio, press and social media, on UK priorities and activities on human rights and Women Peace and Security.
Events planning to mark important international days such as human rights day and international women’s day.
There will be opportunities to take on other ad-hoc work as a member of
a busy political team, and you will be required to assist with administrative tasks.
Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Demonstrated commitment to, and/or relevant professional experience of, promotion and protection of human rights in South Sudan, and strong analytical skills.
Good knowledge of the current context in South Sudan, including human rights challenges.
A diverse network of relevant contacts, or the ability to build such a network rapidly.
Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
Relevant qualification (e.g. BA, Masters) in law, human rights, international relations or a related field.
Relevant professional experience in relation to Women Peace and Security, e.g. in relation to women’s empowerment or gender-based violence / protection work.
Required competencies
Seeing the Big Picture, Changing and Improving, Collaborating and Partnering, Delivering at Pace
Other Benefits and Conditions of Employment
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office has a range of L&D opportunities to help prepare the right candidate for the role and to develop in the position.
How to Apply
Please complete the application form in full.
Failure to do so may result in a determination that you do not meet the requirements for the position.
Employees recruited locally by the British Embassy in Juba are subject to the Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in South Sudan.
All applicants must be legally able to work in the country of application with the correct visa/status or work permit.
Employees who are not eligible to pay local income tax: e.g. certain third-country nationals and spouses/partners of UK diplomats will have their salaries abated by an equivalent amount.
Reference and security clearances checks will be conducted.
Any questions you may have about this position will be answered during the interview, should you be invited.
Information about the Foreign and Commonwealth Office Competency Framework can be found on this link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-competency-framework
Successful candidates not resident in South Sudan will be personally liable for costs and arrangements to relocate, including accommodation and work permits.
Check your application and attachments before you submit your application, as you will not be able to make any changes once submitted.
The British Embassy will never ask you to pay a fee or money to apply for a position.
Application deadline 27th February 2019
For more information and job application details, see; British Embassy Jobs in South Sudan - Political and Human Rights Officer Vacancies
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