Consultant on HRBA to Drugs

Result of ServiceThe ultimate result of this consultancy is to advance drug policy reform initiatives, to identify and raise awareness of good practices and to increase awareness of the UN Guidelines on drugs. This includes strengthening national strategies and engaging in high-level policy discussions and identifying opportunities for executive reforms. Additionally, the consultant will ensure the full integration of gender and disability in activities and outcomes. Work LocationManila, Philippines Expected duration26.01.26-20.08.26 Duties and ResponsibilitiesUnder the overall and direct supervision of the Senior Human Rights Adviser, and in consultation with the UNODC Country Manager, the consultant will: 1. Facilitate interagency coordination and stakeholder engagement with the Department of Justice (DOJ), Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB), Department of Health (DOH), law enforcement, and civil society to ensure collaborative approaches in integrating health-centered, rights-based reforms into executive policies. 2. Develop a compendium of good practices on human rights-based approaches to drugs in the Philippines and/or the Southeast Asia region, in consultation with key stakeholders. 3. Organize or participate in awareness-raising initiatives on the International Guidelines on Human Rights and Drug Policy; and other training on HRBA to drugs for stakeholders in government and civil society; and 4. Engage with key local stakeholders including the Special Committee on Human Rights Coordination and the Ombudsman’s Office as relevant. Qualifications/special skillsFor this position, an advanced university degree (Ph.D. or Masters) in Human Rights, Public Health, Law, Public Policy, Social Sciences or a related field is required. 7 years or more experience in policy analysis, review, or development, particularly related to drug policy, public health, and human rights is required. 5 years or more of experience in leading or managing multi-stakeholder consultations or interagency coordination efforts in policy reform or public health contexts is desirable. Familiarity with OHCHR and UNODC principles and initiatives related to HRBA to drug policy, and with international human rights laws and standards is required. LanguagesFor this consultancy fluency in English and Filipino, both written and spoken, is required. Additional InformationNot available. No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.