HUMAN RIGHTS OFFICER (TJO)
Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · GENEVA · P-3 · Apply by October 12, 2026
About this role
Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Global Alliance Unit, in the Executive Direction and Management Division (EDM) of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva, Switzerland. The incumbent reports to the Coordinator of the Global Alliance for Human Rights, a time-bound initiative to mobilize support for human rights marking the 80th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This is a temporary position that contributes substantively to the development, coordination, and operationalization of the Global Alliance's strategic objectives, including stakeholder engagement, advocacy, innovation, digital project management, and substantive human rights engagement. Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Human Rights Officer will be responsible for the following duties: ● Contributes to the development and implementation of stakeholder-engagement strategies for the Global Alliance for Human Rights, identifying opportunities for collaboration and maintaining relationships with Member States, United Nations entities, national human rights institutions, civil society organizations and other partners, ensuring a…