Closing Date: 24 October 2024
CIVICUS is recruiting for a UN Advocacy and Network Officer based in Geneva
About CIVICUS
CIVICUS: World Alliance for Citizen Participation exists to defend people power. As a growing global alliance of over 15000 members in over 185 countries, CIVICUS work together to monitor violations of basic civic freedoms, call out the perpetrators of violations and strengthen the power of people to organize by supporting a more accountable, effective and innovative civil society. CIVICUS strive to promote excluded voices, especially from the Global South.
About the Role
CIVICUS is looking for a UN Advocacy and Network Officer to assist the implementation of CIVICUS advocacy priorities with various stakeholders and within various UN human rights mechanisms in Geneva, with primary responsibility for the UPR. The UN Advocacy and Network Officer role also contributes to network engagement and member support activities, and in the framework of its tasks is required to interpret and synthesise information about trends in relation to civic space, in accordance with CIVICUS’ mission and members’ needs.
Key Requirements
- A Degree or Diploma in international relations, law, politics, or relevant social sciences from a reputable university. In cases of exceptional experience, this criterion can be waived.
- At least 5 years’ experience in an international policy development or advocacy environment, at least 2 years in similar position/ functional area
- Demonstrable experience of engaging with diverse society actors and good networks within civil society.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Excellent IT skills, including experience with MS Office
- Good understanding of international relations and policy making
- Good understanding of the civil society landscape and global politics
- Working knowledge of UN systems and processes, especially those pertaining to human rights, including committees and special procedures
- Ability to network at a high level with diplomats and officials from intergovernmental institutions
- Commitment to Human Rights values.
How to Apply
The closing deadline for applications is close of business on the 24 October 2024.
Your application should include:
- A full CV, including educational and professional qualifications, a full employment history showing the more significant positions, responsibilities held, and relevant achievements
- A cover letter of no more than one page outlining your motivation for applying for the role
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