Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Transitional Justice Adviser Jobs in South Sudan

Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Transitional Justice Adviser Jobs in South Sudan; This temporary position is located in the Human Rights Inquiries Branch/Investigation Support Section at the office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Juba. The incumbent will work under the overall supervision of the Coordinator of the Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Transitional Justice Adviser will be responsible for the following duties:

- Coordinates the programme and tasks of the Commission relating to the provision of advice and guidance on transitional justice and accountability processes, including gender-sensitive approach in truth-seeking initiatives, reparations, justice and institutional reforms and assists the Commission in reporting on the factual basis for transitional justice and reconciliation in South Sudan;

- Assists the Commission in making recommendations to the Government of South Sudan on technical assistance and capacity building as appropriate, to promote truth-seeking initiatives, accountability and reparations for human rights violations, as well as institutional reforms, among other guarantees of non-recurrence, and liaises with relevant national, regional and international mechanisms such as the African Union and the African Commission on Human and Peoples Rights, as well as the UN Special Rapporteur on the promotion of truth, justice, reparations and guarantees of non-recurrence;

- Advises the team on matters related to the applicable legal framework and the legal standards applicable to the transitional justice issues and human rights situation under investigation;

- Conducts analysis and research on various legal matters pertaining to transitional justice, and contributes to drafting the investigation plan; formulates recommendations for evidence collection and options for accountability measures aiming at combating impunity;

- Suggests legal qualifications of gathered information, advises on the standard of proof and determines responsibilities and, where possible, identifies those responsible;

- Provides advice on different legal issues and assists in drafting legal opinions, memoranda and other briefing documents for Members and Secretariat staff;

- Ensures legal accuracy of all documents, including reports, submissions, press releases etc., prepared by the Secretariat;

- Identifies trends and patterns of human rights violations and abuses, and violations of international criminal law and international humanitarian law;

- Drafts the legal framework and analysis of the Commission’s reports and ensures consistency of findings, conclusions and recommendations with the mandate, applicable law and information gathered;

- Conducts information gathering activities under the guidance of the Investigation Team Leader, including interviews and the collection and analysis of open sources material and satellite imagery;

- Ensures the legal analysis and legal qualification of the findings integrate gender perspectives, reflecting the gender dimensions and gendered impact of the violations with regard to transitional justice and accountability;

- Advises the Coordinator and the team on the legal findings related to transitional justice and accountability and discusses possible recommendations;

- Performs other duties as required.

Competencies


Professionalism:

Knowledge of different aspects of public information and communication. Ability to address a range of issues in the context of political developments, public attitudes and local conditions.

Ability to conceptualize, design and implement major information campaigns.

Ability to rapidly

analyze and integrate diverse information from varied sources.

Ability to diplomatically handle sensitive situations with target audiences and cultivate productive relationships.

Ability to produce a variety of written communications products in a clear, concise style.

Ability to deliver oral presentations to various audiences.

Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.

Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Teamwork:

Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others.

Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position.

Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Planning and organizing:

Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required.

Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work.

Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in international law, or another discipline related to human rights is required.

A first-level university degree in the afore-mentioned areas combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.



Work Experience

A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible work experience in human rights is required.

Out of the seven years, at least two (2) years of experience in providing advice on transitional justice or international human rights law or related legal areas is required.

At least two (2) years of relevant professional experience focused on legal issues in the area of human rights law or transitional justice is desirable

Experience working in or on South Sudan is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position, fluency, English (both oral and written) is required.

Knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Transitional Justice Adviser Jobs in South Sudan

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