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Application Deadline: 24 November 2023

The UN Advocacy Division of Human Rights Watch (HRW) is seeking interns for its Geneva office. Ideally, Interns will be available mid February 2024 through early May 2024.

Responsibilities:

The internship will focus on the activities of the UN advocacy team before, during, and after the 55^th session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC), as well as relevant developments at the UN General Assembly, UN Security Council, various Treaty Body reviews and other meetings. The interns will be active members of HRW’s UN Advocacy Division and will work closely with other staff members. The internship will involve: 

• Attending UN Human Rights Council sessions, negotiations of draft resolutions, and other UN meetings and taking notes to enhance understanding of the material and brief the UN Advocacy team on developments;
• Researching human rights issues relevant to the UN human rights mechanisms in Geneva; 
• Drafting correspondence and advocacy materials related to the UN Human Rights Council and HRW advocacy goals;   
• Supporting the organization of advocacy meetings and side-events at the UN Human Rights Council;
• Tracking key UN policy debates and official statements within UN New York forums as needed; and
• Contributing to some administrative tasks related to HRW’s advocacy activities.

Students will also have opportunities to attend lectures, trainings, professional development workshops, special events relating to human rights, as well as network with other HRW interns, volunteers, and employees. As an HRW intern, students will take skills acquired in school and apply them in a professional setting.

Qualifications: Applicants enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate-level academic program for the duration of the internship are highly preferred. In some circumstances, applicants can be recent graduates of their first degree (such as a Bachelor’s) who will be pursuing an advanced degree (such as Master’s or law degree). Strong proven oral and written command of English is essential and knowledge of French is desirable. Computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, and internet) are required. Applicants should be well-organized, self-motivated, and reliable with a demonstrated commitment to human rights and/or international issues. The ideal candidate should be a disciplined self-starter and a strong team player. Knowledge of the UN system is highly preferred.

Applicants who are offered an internship must possess valid work authorization in Switzerland for the duration of the internship.

Compensation: Interns will receive a gross monthly stipend of CHF 1,550 per month, which will be pro-rated based on the number of hours worked, to help offset living expenses in accordance with HRW policy and the intern. Students are often able to arrange academic credit, as HRW internships may offer direct exposure to the workings of an international human rights organization, close supervision by the HRW staff, and interaction with other international organizations and foreign and domestic government officials. Students should check with their individual academic institutions for requirements. 

How to Apply: Please apply immediately by visiting our online job portal at: https://careers.hrw.org and attaching a CV/resume, letter of interest/cover letter, and brief writing sample.

No calls or email inquiries, please. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Due to the large number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted further.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application submission, please email internships@hrw.org. Due to the large response, application submissions via email will not be accepted and inquiries regarding the status of applications will go unanswered.

Human Rights Watch is strong because it is diverse. We do not discriminate in hiring practices and actively seek a diverse applicant pool. We encourage candidates of all abilities, ages, gender identities and expressions, national origins, races and ethnicities, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with criminal records to apply. We welcome all kinds of diversity. Our employees include people who are parents and nonparents, the self-taught and university educated, and from a wide span of socio-economic backgrounds and perspectives on the world. Human Rights Watch is an equal opportunity employer.

Human Rights Watch is an international human rights monitoring and advocacy organization known for its in-depth investigations, its incisive and timely reporting, its innovative and high-profile advocacy campaigns, and its success in changing the human rights-related policies and practices of influential governments and international institutions.

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The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. We work in crises across more than 31 countries, providing emergencies and long-term assistance to millions of people every year. We stand up for people forced to flee, advocating their rights. NORCAP, our global provider of expertise, helps improve international and local ability to prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover from crises. NRC also runs the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre in Geneva, a global leader in reporting on and advocating for people displaced within their own country.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Does your interest lie in making a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals? Do you have strong implementation oversight experience as well as an enthusiastic and proactive approach to building a program portfolio? Do you have experience in developing, leading and supporting Protection from Violence (PfV) programming?  We’re seeking a strong and proactive Protection from Violence Programme Development Manager to lead our programming in Gaza and the West Bank. 

What we are looking for:

A highly qualified, experienced and proactive Protection from Violence professional to provide support to our teams in Gaza and the West Bank. The successful candidate will develop, lead and support the Protection from Violence (PfV) programming for Palestine (Gaza and the West Bank) which includes fundraising and providing strategic direction and management to the protection team.

What you will do:

1. Implement the ongoing start-up of new NRC integrated protection case management, protection monitoring and Individual Protection Assistance approaches through the Gaza Protection Consortium and West Bank dedicated projects.
2. Play a core role in the GPC Consortium Management Unit, providing technical input to inform current and future program design in the area of responsibility. 
3. Conduct regular needs and feasibility assessments to develop program strategy for East Jerusalem/West Bank Protection initiative, including alignment with West Bank Protection Consortium strategic roadmaps.
4. Develop and pursue a Funding Strategy, including lead program development/proposal writing processes, to increase scope of program portfolio and diversify donor funding base.
5. Lead external coordination engagement with cluster mechanisms and other humanitarian actors, both in West Bank and Gaza
6. Oversee project management cycle approach to ensure effective implementation (on time, on track, on budget) of secured funding streams while ensuring contractual donor compliance. 
7. Collaborate with Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning MEL unit to ensure quality control of activities, conduct lessons learned, and complete outcome monitoring analysis.
8. Support start-up (contracting, kick-off, work planning) and ongoing implementation oversight of new local protection from violence partnerships (such as the Gaza Protection Consortium, and in West Bank)
9. Contribute to Protection from Violence Core Competency Regional/Global strategy, tools, guidelines and policy and research studies on relevant thematic topics.
10. Support the Head of Programmes in the coordination for the ongoing delivery of ‘Safe and Inclusive Programming’ Action Plan targets, as they relate to the PfV Core Competency (CC).
11. Provide PfV specific support and input to the recruitment process for PfV project staff.
12. Provide technical direction, guidance and project implementation support.  

Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position. 

What you will bring:

• Degree in International Relations, or Social Sciences (Master’s degree would be an added advantage). 
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a senior level project implementation role in a humanitarian/recovery context, managerial experience with a focus on strategy and programme development desirable
• Experience from working in complex political contexts, experience of working in Palestine desirable.  
• Technical expertise in violence prevention and response, in particular case management, cash for protection, civilian self-protection, and participatory protection approaches 
• Ability to work effectively in a matrix hierarchical structure with various internal interlocutors and communication lines.
• Knowledge and skills in market analysis, cash-based interventions, and market-based programmes
• Experience with new programming start-up and expansion desirable
• Good understanding of key technical standards (SPHERE, HAP, IASC, safe and inclusive programming, gender mainstreaming, IHL, humanitarian principles etc.) with the ability to integrate into programming.
• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile with documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal. Knowledge of Hebrew or Arabic desirable

What we offer:

• Duty station: Gaza, Palestine
• Contract: 12 months (Renewal is subject to performance and funds availability)
• Travel: Minimum of 30% time in Gaza (to NRC operational areas)
• Salary/benefits: grade 9 on NRC’s salary scale, with accompanying terms and conditions
• NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
• We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.

Find out more about the benefits of working for NRC

Important information about the application process

• Internal candidates only: To apply as an internal candidate, log in with your official email or click on Opportunity MarketPlace.
• When creating your profile, include your full name as given on your passport. Complete all the system-required fields for experience, employment history and education.
• Submit your application and CV in English, taking care to attach your latest CV.
• Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered. Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.
• We receive many applications for each vacant position and so only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• We invite applications from all qualified and interested candidates. Send in your application by latest November 16, 2023.
• If you have any questions about this role, please email mero.recruitment@nrc.no with the job title as the subject line.