Programme Officer at UPR-info 131 views1 applications


UPR Info is a non-profit, non-governmental organisation (NGO). It is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, with two regional offices in Bangkok, Thailand (Asia region) and in Nairobi, Kenya (Africa region). The organisation’s main goal is to ensure that all stakeholders can seize the opportunity of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) mechanism for the realisation of human rights on the ground. UPR Info’s objectives are: (1) to raise awareness by providing capacity-building tools to the different actors of the UPR process, such as United Nations (UN) Member States, NGOs, National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs), and civil society, and (2) to support inclusive and effective participation of relevant stakeholders between and throughout UPR cycles.

UPR Info is looking for a Programme Officer to work in the UPR Info Africa Regional Office in Nairobi.

Tentative starting date: January, 2017 (tbc)

Duration: Until the end of 2017 with possibility of extension subject to availability of funds

Type of contract: Annual

Basis: 100%

Example Tasks:

  • Implement programme and project activities;
  • Manage the daily work and administration required for the project;
  • Contribute to the implementation of UPR Info’s strategy;
  • Conduct high-level meetings with senior government officials;
  • Undertake fundraising activities.

Skills required:

  • Meticulous and detail-oriented;
  • Pro-active person, self-motivated, positive attitude, strategic thinking and multi-tasking ability;
  • Curiosity and capacity to contribute to the development of the NGO; it is expected that the candidate will be able to go beyond the scope of her/his assignment;
  • Ability to work flexibly, under tight timelines and on multiple agendas simultaneously;
  • Ability to work independently and effectively with minimum supervision;
  • Good communication and public presentation skills;
  • Service-oriented;
  • Excellent organisational and strong interpersonal skills;
  • Good computer and internet skills, especially Excel. Further information available on our website.

How to apply:

Please send your CV (2 page maximum) and cover letter (1 page maximum) which MUST include expected salary by Thursday, 5th January, 2017 to [email protected] with the subject: APPLICATION FOR PROGRAMME OFFICER POSITION.

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VisionUPR Info’s vision is to make the UPR process an effective mechanism to improve human rights on the ground.MissionUPR Info’s mission is to promote and strengthen the UPR by raising awareness, providing capacity-building tools, and bridging the different actors of the UPR process in order to ensure the universal advancement of human rights.ValuesUniversalityUPR Info wholeheartedly affirms the universality of human rights, and deems essential the universal coverage and equal treatment of all issues, countries, and stakeholders.Transparency: At UPR Info, we are committed to employing and promoting the highest standards of transparency, both internally and externally. We commit to the transparency of our organisational working methods, strive to promote the transparency of States during the Review and Implementation phases of the UPR, and work diligently to make the modalities and developments of the UPR mechanism transparent to all stakeholders.Impartiality: We hold central the tenet of impartiality, which underpins our unique capacity to act as a neutral facilitator to support the cooperative development of the UPR mechanism through objective, reliable information and interactive dialogue.Inclusiveness: Through our work both online and offline, we strive to continuously increase the quantity, diversity, accessibility, and active participation of all stakeholders in the UPR process. The UPR is everyone's concern and responsibility.OwnershipUPR Info is convinced that transformative human rights progress is reliant upon ownership, with empowered national and international stakeholders with strong capacities aligning their goals and efforts to achieve tangible change on the ground.

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0 USD Nairobi CF 3201 Abc road Full Time , 40 hours per week UPR Info

UPR Info is a non-profit, non-governmental organisation (NGO). It is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, with two regional offices in Bangkok, Thailand (Asia region) and in Nairobi, Kenya (Africa region). The organisation’s main goal is to ensure that all stakeholders can seize the opportunity of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) mechanism for the realisation of human rights on the ground. UPR Info’s objectives are: (1) to raise awareness by providing capacity-building tools to the different actors of the UPR process, such as United Nations (UN) Member States, NGOs, National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs), and civil society, and (2) to support inclusive and effective participation of relevant stakeholders between and throughout UPR cycles.

UPR Info is looking for a Programme Officer to work in the UPR Info Africa Regional Office in Nairobi.

Tentative starting date: January, 2017 (tbc)

Duration: Until the end of 2017 with possibility of extension subject to availability of funds

Type of contract: Annual

Basis: 100%

Example Tasks:

  • Implement programme and project activities;
  • Manage the daily work and administration required for the project;
  • Contribute to the implementation of UPR Info's strategy;
  • Conduct high-level meetings with senior government officials;
  • Undertake fundraising activities.

Skills required:

  • Meticulous and detail-oriented;
  • Pro-active person, self-motivated, positive attitude, strategic thinking and multi-tasking ability;
  • Curiosity and capacity to contribute to the development of the NGO; it is expected that the candidate will be able to go beyond the scope of her/his assignment;
  • Ability to work flexibly, under tight timelines and on multiple agendas simultaneously;
  • Ability to work independently and effectively with minimum supervision;
  • Good communication and public presentation skills;
  • Service-oriented;
  • Excellent organisational and strong interpersonal skills;
  • Good computer and internet skills, especially Excel. Further information available on our website.

How to apply:

Please send your CV (2 page maximum) and cover letter (1 page maximum) which MUST include expected salary by Thursday, 5th January, 2017 to [email protected] with the subject: APPLICATION FOR PROGRAMME OFFICER POSITION.

2017-01-05

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