The UN Human Rights Office is recruiting a Human Rights Officer at the P-3 level for its Regional Office for Southern Africa in Pretoria. The post asks for a master's degree in law, political science, international relations or social sciences and five years of experience in human rights or a related area. The UN sets no nationality condition. Deadline: 4 December 2026, New York time.
Who can apply
Nationality
The UN sets no nationality condition for this post, so Tunisian nationals can apply. It encourages applicants from a list of under-represented Member States, which does not include Tunisia, without barring others.
Degree
A master's degree in law, political science, international relations, social sciences or a related field, or a bachelor's degree with two more years of experience.
Experience
At least five years in human rights, economic or political affairs, international relations or law, with experience of economic, social and cultural rights. English is required.
Funding and what it does not cover
This is a paid UN post at the P-3 level, for one year at first and subject to funding. The posting does not state the salary amount.
Covered
A paid fixed-term UN appointment, for one year at first
