Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Officer – Child Rights Investigations Jobs in South Sudan



Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Officer – Child Rights Investigations Jobs in South Sudan;The Human Rights Officer will support the Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan, focusing on child rights investigations.

The incumbent works under the direct supervision of the Chief of Investigations and overall supervision of the Coordinator of the Commission.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct investigations into child rights violations in conflict and post‑conflict settings.

  • Collect, analyze, and evaluate information from multiple sources.

  • Draft human rights reports and assessments.

  • Identify political, ethnic, racial, gender equality, and socio‑economic dimensions of human rights issues.

  • Ensure gender perspectives are incorporated into all areas of work.

  • Collaborate with colleagues to achieve organizational goals.

  • Participate in planning, organizing, and monitoring investigative activities.

  • Provide input into operational strategies and methodologies.

    Competencies

    Professionalism

  • Strong knowledge of human rights issues and institutional mandates.

  • Ability to research, analyze, and draft reports.

  • Persistence and calm under pressure.

  • Commitment to gender perspectives and equal participation.

    Teamwork

  • Collaborative approach, valuing diverse input.

  • Willingness to support group decisions and share responsibility.

    Planning & Organizing

  • Ability to set clear goals, prioritize, and manage resources efficiently.

    Requirements

    Education

  • Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Law, Political Science, International Relations, Social Sciences,
    or related field.

  • First‑level degree with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted.

    Work Experience

  • Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in human rights required.

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in child rights investigations required.

  • Experience in conflict or post‑conflict settings desirable.

    Languages

  • English required.

  • French is also a working language of the UN Secretariat.



    How to Apply

    For more information and job application details, see; Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Officer – Child Rights Investigations Jobs in South Sudan

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