Thailand: Re-advertisement of National Human Rights Institution (NHRI) Programme Officer

“Applicants who have applied for this position during the previous advertisement period (August to October) are kindly requested to refrain from re-applying.”

Location **

Bangkok, Thailand

Employment Duration

· Starting from 15 January 2018

· 2-year contract with possibility of renewal (subject to a satisfactory performance assessment during the three-month probation period)

Salary & Benefits

· A competitive salary in local currency from USD 30,030 gross per annum

· Health, Dental, and Accident Insurance **

Summary of the Programme

The Asian NGO Network on National Human Rights Institutions (ANNI) is a network of Asian NGOs and human rights defenders working on issues relating to or in collaboration with National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs) in their respective countries in Asia. This network was established in December 2006 at the 1st Regional Consultation on Cooperation between NHRIs and NGOs in Asia held in Bangkok, Thailand, which was organised by the Asian Forum for Human Rights and Development (FORUM-ASIA). FORUM-ASIA is the designated Secretariat of ANNI.

The goal of ANNI is to help establish and develop accountable, independent, effective, and transparent national human rights institutions in Asia.

In countries where there are NHRIs, ANNI members focus on strengthening the work and functioning of Asian NHRIs to better promote and protect human rights, as well as to advocate for their improved compliance with international standards, including the Paris Principles and General Observations of the Sub-Committee on Accreditation (SCA) of the Global Alliance of NHRIs (GANHRI).

In countries where there are no NHRIs, ANNI, together with its members and partners, work with concerned stakeholders such as civil society organisations, representatives of the government and other actors towards the establishment of an independent and effective Paris Principles-compliant NHRI.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Senior Management Team (SMT), the NHRI Programme Officer shall carry out the following duties:

1.Programme Coordination

1. Be responsible for the overall coordination of ANNI work;
2. Supervise a team composed of consultant(s), and fellows/ interns, and ensure quality of programme’s delivery;
3. Report regularly to the SMT about any development vis-à-vis the programme;
4. Coordinate with other programmes on programme-related and other organisational activities;
5. Maintain a cordial and strategic working relationship with Asian NHRIs and inter-governmental bodies (i.e., ASEAN and United Nations) on behalf of FORUM-ASIA and ANNI; and
6. Maintain close contacts and engagement with relevant networks of civil society organisations, diplomatic missions, media, and other relevant stakeholders.

2.Planning and Budgeting

a. Support the programme and budget planning process of ANNI Programme;

b. Revise and update the plan periodically in light of field performance and effectiveness;

c. Assist in overall organisational planning, including budgets; and

d. Assist the SMT in drafting concept notes and proposals related to the programme.

3.Programme Implementation

a. Lead and co-ordinate the implementation of activities in a cost-effective way;

b. Be responsible for the implementation and co-ordination of the programme(s) and/or project(s) under his/her responsibility, including the organising and co-ordination of ANNI, membership development, networking/coalition building, etc.;

c. Monitor regularly the performance of NHRIs and respond to human rights issues that concern NHRIs whenever necessary;

d. Coordinate regularly with other team members within the programme and with other programmes in relation to human rights issues that concern NHRIs;

e. Communicate with FORUM-ASIA and ANNI members and partner organisations and respond to their requests;

f. Organise forums, workshops, meetings in cooperation with other programmes;

g. Organise, facilitate, and participate in fact-finding or advocacy missions whenever necessary;

h. Draft public statements, press releases and commentaries and/or articles for FORUM-ASIA publications and other media on issues related to the programme;

i. Assist the SMT in developing and/or expanding and implementing other thematic issues relevant to the programme.

4.Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting

a. Lead and coordinate regular monitoring and evaluation of the programme’s plans and budgets;

b. Participate in team evaluations and follow-ups, as well as self-evaluations;

c. Develop periodic programme reports within a results-based monitoring and evaluation framework against the annual work plan and budget and as per donor requirements;

a. Produce and coordinate the production of reports on missions under the programme; and

b. Conduct performance management and evaluations of team members.

5.Participation and Representation

a. Participate in Executive Committee meetings when required, and sub-regional forums organised by FORUM-ASIA and ANNI members; and

b. Represent the Secretariat in other relevant meetings, forums, platforms, and processes at national, regional, and international levels.

6.Other Tasks

a. Implement other relevant tasks and activities as assigned by the SMT.

Basic Qualifications and Criteria

Education:

Masters degree in the field of human rights or a related subject such as politics, social sciences, international relations, international law, development studies, or Asian studies.

Selection Criteria: Essential

§ A minimum of 3 years of experience in the field of human rights – preferably with national and regional/international NGOs working in the field of human rights;

§ In-depth understanding of the overall socio-political situation as well as the human rights situation in the Asia region;

§ In-depth understanding of the actual application and implementation of international human rights instruments in a variety of situations;

§ In-depth knowledge in the working of NHRI in the Asia region and its mechanisms;

§ Good relationship building, advocacy and lobbying skills with various stakeholders (e.g., government officials, diplomats, NGOs, media etc.);

§ Good report writing ability and organisational strategising and planning, using Result Based Management (RBM) or Logical Framework Analysis (LFA) tools;

§ Good analytical and synthesis abilities;

§ Good written and oral English communication skills;

§ Ability to lead a team and collaborate with others in a multicultural and demanding working environment with cross-programme coordination; and

§ Strong intrinsic motivation and positive attitude.

Selection Criteria: Desirable

§ Good understanding of the history and work of FORUM-ASIA;

§ Experience in programme co-ordination in regional/international NGOs in Asia; and

§ Ability to facilitate forums/workshops and manage group activities.

Application Procedures

Applicants are requested to fill in the Job Application Form and return the form by email together with a self-introduction letter and two recommendation letters to applications@forum-asia.org before 28 November 2017, midnight Bangkok Time (UTC+7), stating “NHRI Programme Officer Application” in the subject line. Please note that late applications will not be considered.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an online interview in the week of 11 December. The application process may include a written or practical assessment.