Background
UNDP Georgia, together with the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), is implementing a 40-month project, โHuman Rights for Allโ (HR4All) โ Phase 3, a joint initiative of the European Union (EU) and the United Nations (UN). Its overall objective is to strengthen the protection of human rights for everyone in Georgia, including people in vulnerable situations, in line with Georgiaโs international commitments under UN human rights treaties, the EU-Georgia Association Agreement, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF), and national priorities.
In parallel, UNDP, OHCHR, and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) are implementing โ4th Funding Round of UNPRPD โ Leave No One Behind: From Policy and Principles to Practice in Disability-Inclusive Development in Georgiaโ โ Phase 2. This initiative aims to advance the rights of persons with disabilities (PwDs) in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and Georgiaโs national priorities.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under direct supervision of the Project Manager, the Analyst will carry out the following duties and responsibilities:
Ensure effective project planning and implementation and provision of technical support on Human Rights:ย
Contribute to planning and effective implementation of theย programmeย activities, monitor their quality and impact, provide regular updates to the Project Manager, draft narrative reports, and ensure the maintenance of all related documentation (reports, correspondence, etc.); Provide technical expertise in the development of programme documents and activities on human rights, with a particular focus on the economic and social rights of minorities and vulnerable groups, including persons with disabilities (PwDs);ย Prepare expert analyses of draft laws, existing legislation and policy documents, highlighting implications for vulnerable and marginalised groups.Establish partnerships and open channels of communication:
Liaise and collaborate with civil society organisations and other stakeholders working on human rights issues, including those focused on the rights of PwDs; Analyse recommendations issued to Georgia by UN human rights treaty bodies relevant to project outputs and propose measures for their effective implementation;ย Contribute to raising public awareness of human rights and disability issues in Georgia and support the preparation of relevant awareness-raising materials; Participate in roundtable discussions and other meetings with government agencies,ย civil society organizations, mass media and otherย national and international stakeholders to foster dialogue and cooperation.Provision of technical support as a disability focal point:ย
Serve as a disability focal point and subject-matter expert on human rights and disability issues, providing guidance to government counterparts and UNDP management as needed, as well as act as a trainer if/when required;ย Oversee and monitor grants related to human rights and disability initiatives by tracking implementation progress and assessing performance against agreed indicators;ย Provide timely analysis of granteesโ narrative and financial reports, ensure compliance with programme objectives and donor requirements, and recommend actions to address any gaps or risks identified.Facilitate knowledge and capacity building, knowledge sharing and advocacy relevant to the assigned thematic area(s):ย
Organize training, workshops, and capacity building activities in a consultative manner, involving technical experts and stakeholders that may include the government, private sector, NGOs, donors, and/or academia; Identify, synthesize and document best practices and lessons learned that are generated from the project and implementing partners.ยThe incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.ย
Institutional Arrangement
The incumbent's direct supervisor is the Project Manager of \"Human Rights for All โ Phase 3\".
Competencies
Core Competencies
Achieve Results:ย LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline. Think Innovatively:ย LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements.ย Learn Continuously:ย LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback. Adapt with Agility:ย LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible.ย Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident. Engage and Partner:ย LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships. Enable Diversity and Inclusion:ย LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination.ยCross-Functional & Technical Competenciesย
Business Direction & Strategy
System Thinking: ย ย ย ย Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system.Business Management
2030 Agenda: Peace
Governance:ย ย ย ย ย Disability inclusion. Rule of Law, Security and Human Rights:ย ย ย ย Human rights and Leaving No One Behind (LNOB).Legalย
Legal Analysis Skills: ย ย ย ย The ability to digest a large amount of information and facts in order to frame and understand an issue, apply the legal framework to the particular set of facts and present a coherent and comprehensive analysis of the situation presented in order to deliver practical and meaningful advice. This skill includes the ability to provide an objective assessment of the case, the organization's best arguments for proceeding and a recommended course of action. It also includes the capacity to think creatively and flexibly, within the applicable legal framework.ย
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Advanced university degree (masterโs degree or equivalent) inย Law, Publicย International Law, International Human Rights Law, social studies or relevant field is required, or; A first-level university degree (bachelorโs degree) in the areas stated above, in combination with additional 2 years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of masterโs degree.Experience:
Applicants with Masterโs degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field of study are not required to have professional work experience. Applicants with a Bachelorโs degree (or equivalent) are required to have a minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience at the national or international level in on human rights issues, including on the rights of minorities and vulnerable groups.ยDesired Skills:
Proven track record of strong knowledge of international human rights standards, including UN human rights instruments.ย Proven track record of knowledge of current situation and development trends in the field of human rights, including the rights of minorities and vulnerable groups, with a particular focus on the rights of PwDs. Proven track record of excellent analytical and drafting skills.ย Demonstrated experience in building strong relationships with stakeholders, focuses on impact and result and responds positively to feedback. Experience of working with international organisation. Experience in working on human rights at an international organisation. Experience in working in the project funded by the international organization or in NGO/CSO.ย Experience in writing the reports on the rights of minorities and vulnerable groups, with a particular focus on the rights of PwDs.ย Experience in writing the reports on the rights of minorities and vulnerable groups. Experience in organizing workshops, seminars and conferences.ยRequired Languages:
Fluency in Georgian and English languages is required.Travel:ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย
Possible travels, mainly in the regions of Georgia.ยEqual opportunity
As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.ย
UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.
Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority
UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.ย
Right to select multiple candidates
UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.ย We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
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