Latest Grants, Jobs and Resources on Human Rights

Here you can get the latest grants, jobs and resources for the protection and promotion of human rights around the world.

Child Protection Coordinator at WVI, Jordan

Deadline: 6 April 2016

World Vision International (WVI) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Child Protection Coordinator in Amman, Jordan.

The Child Protection Coordinator will have overall responsibility for the management of day-to-day activities of this component of the project which involves training of teachers, social workers, and care givers in Child Protection.

WVI’s mission is to promote human transformation, seek justice and bear witness to the good news of the Kingdom of God.

Key Jobs Responsibilities

The Child Protection Coordinator will perform the following functions-

Oversee the implementation of the Child Protection and Child Participation component of the JPF III Project by ensuring that all inputs are coordinated and project activities are of technical quality.
Effectively liaise and collaborate with the JPF Project Manager, sector managers, specialists and coordinators at WVJ and seek guidance and support required for harmonized, effective and efficient coordination of all the child participation activities in the project.
Support the implementation of the daily or weekly activities and conduct various field visits to the different areas of operations to monitor and supervise the progress of the work periodically.
Encourage and ensure the participation of all groups of children, especially children who are the most vulnerable in all Child Led activities.
Ensure all activities and outputs are achieved in a timely manner, as outlined in the project timeline; keep track of timelines, outstanding tasks, and upcoming activities; identify early warning signs and develop appropriate responses.
Ensure efficient and effective implementation of supply and procurement requirements in line with WV’s internal procurement, logistic, financial and other policy and administrative processes as well as donor guidelines.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have-

BA/S or equivalent in social science, management, international development, or other relevant field.
MA/S in law, international relations, human rights or other relevant field preferred but not necessary.
Post graduate education training is an added advantage.
At least 3-5 years of progressive experience and proven high level of competence in working in child protection and child participation related programs, ideally in relief and/or post-conflict settings in reputable institution, national or international NGO.
Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team.
Good interpersonal skills, cross-cultural sensitivity, flexible worldview, emotional maturity, and physical stamina.
Flexibility to work, ability and willing to travel to the area of operation on a regular basis to meet the project requirements.
Well-organized, self-motivated, positive attitude and with a willingness to learn.
Ability to cope and work under pressure.
Excellent English and Arabic communication skills (both oral and written).
Nationality of Jordan.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their applications through online process.

For more information, please visit WVI.

Advocacy Coordinator at WVI, Lebanon

Deadline: 5 April 2016

World Vision International (WVI) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Advocacy Coordinator in Mansourieh, Lebanon. The duration of this post is about 1 to 2 years.

WVI’s mission is to promote human transformation, seek justice and bear witness to the good news of the Kingdom of God.

Key Jobs Responsibilities

The Advocacy Coordinator will perform the following functions-

Engage with national and local stakeholders and represent WVL at relevant national committees and events.
Interacts and networks with other human rights-based NGOs and community organizations and national coalition groups as requested.
Provide ongoing, quarterly context analysis on national ministerial changes and/or opportunities for policy influence.
Support in development of policy briefs and publications for policy reform or implementation.
Contribute to the development and implementation of WVL’s Advocacy Action Plan.
Plan and implement relevant advocacy initiatives at national level with support from advocacy manager.
Understand the social, political and economic context of Lebanon and analyze the different arenas in which World Vision can conduct local level advocacy and how this methodology can be linked to national level systems reform.
Advice on the implementation of local level advocacy plans within various sectors in the area programmes.
Assist field staff to plan and organize local level advocacy activities at the area programmes.
Coordinate between various ADP areas and response advocacy initiatives to influence national or global advocacy efforts under each sector to link.
Develop tools to raise awareness and promote the application of child rights and local level advocacy methodologies.
Provide training for staff members and communities to equip them with tools, knowledge and skills on local level advocacy methodologies and child participation among other relevant topics.
Facilitate participation of children and community members from different backgrounds across social, gender, religions and ethnic boundaries in advocacy initiatives.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have-

Bachelor degree and a Master degree in development, social science, law, international relations or related fields.
A combination of academic studies and work experience may be accepted.
Minimum of two years of previous experience working in development or advocacy field, developing policy papers and networking at the national level.
Good knowledge of human rights/child rights particularly in the Lebanese context.
Ability to identify gaps and weaknesses in current laws and systems in Lebanon.
Ability to work in a team.
Ability to represent World Vision to major program stakeholders and donors in a highly professional manner, in person and in writing.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Ability to travel extensively within Lebanon, and to work effectively with project communities.
Ability to work effectively under pressure.
Computer literate with a high degree of proficiency and productivity.
Excellent English skills, in particular writing and editing skills.
Nationality of Lebanon.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their applications through online process.

For more information, please visit WVI.

Human Rights Officer at OSCE, Tajikistan

Deadline: 7 April 2016

Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Human Rights Officer in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.

OSCE has a comprehensive approach to security that encompasses politico-military, economic and environmental, and human aspects.

Key Jobs Responsibilities

The Human Rights Officer performs the following functions-

Manages the day-to-day operations of the Human Rights Unit.
Initiates, plans, organize and implements programmes to promote fulfillment of international commitments in the areas of: human rights; rights of individuals belonging to national minorities; equality, tolerance and non-discrimination; and the structural components of a democratic society.
Monitors, analyzes, reports and advises on the situation of human rights.
Advises on OSCE strategies regarding individual cases of alleged violations of human rights and rights of individuals belonging to national minorities.
Designs and co-ordinates OSCE support to Tajikistan’s National Human Rights Institutions and to nationwide human rights education.
Prepares the Unit’s contributions to the annual departmental budget, Programme Outline, Project Implementation Plan and Project Implementation Reviews submitted to the OSCE and the Government of Tajikistan, regular and periodic activity reports and other draft texts.
Establishes and maintains contacts with national and local Tajik authorities, universities and research institutions, international organizations, embassies of foreign countries, Tajik and international Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs).
Maintains close co-ordination with the OSCE institutions and the OSCE Secretariat.
Works and liaises with colleagues to help ensure coherence and consistency of programmes and policies in the Office in Tajikistan, as well as cross-dimensional and intra-dimensional programming.
Supervises two local mission members.
Performs other related duties as required.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have-

University education in political sciences, international relations, public policy, law, international human rights law or other human rights related fields.
Experience working with human rights, minority or gender issues.
Demonstrated organizational, analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience in drafting reports.
Excellent physical condition.
Possession of a valid automobile driving license and ability to drive using manual transmission.
Ability to cope with physical hardship and willingness to work extra hours and in an environment with limited infrastructure.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their applications through online process.

For more information, please visit OSCE.

2016 Women PeaceMakers Program: Inviting Women Engaged in Peace-building & Human Rights!

Deadline: 25 April 2016

The University of San Diego is calling applications for 2016 Women PeaceMakers Program (WPM) that is a unique residency program for women engaged in peace-building and human rights. It involves learning, teaching and taking the time to narrate a personal, unique story of peacemaking.

Through better understanding of individual human rights advocacy and peacebuilding work, the program aims to build greater cross-cultural understanding and to document the challenges and successes of women who have been involved in peacemaking efforts in their own communities, country or region.

Four Women PeaceMakers are selected each year to participate in an eight-week residency at the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice, located on the University of San Diego (USD) campus in San Diego, California.

Benefits

Women PeaceMaker:

Work together almost daily with a professional Peace Writer (experienced in interviewing and writing) to document in written form stories of her life and work.
Have her experiences and personal stories also captured on video.
Live with fellow Women PeaceMakers, while sharing with and learning from one another the lessons she have learned in her peacemaking journey.
Take time to reflect in a safe and nurturing environment that promotes new learning and an authentic exchange of ideas.
Share her experiences of peacemaking and human rights advocacy with students and faculty at USD, and at other schools and universities in Southern California.
Participate and assist for 2 weeks in teaching undergraduate students who are gaining a minor in Peace and Justice Studies at USD, in a course related to “War, Gender and Peacebuilding.”
Meet with and learn from local and national leaders involved in human rights, political action and peacemaking efforts, and visit local governmental and nongovernmental organizations.
Become a part of the Women PeaceMakers alumnae network that may be called upon for international peacemaking and post-conflict planning processes.

Qualification

Women PeaceMakers must:

Have extensive experience (usually 10+ years) working directly in peacemaking and/or human rights efforts at a grassroots, national or international level.
Speak sufficient English to relate personal experiences. Written English is not necessary.
Be in a position to apply what is learned and/or to share with others at the conclusion of the residency program.

Eligibility Criteria

This is a program open to women who have been involved in either official or unofficial peace processes and who may be working at the grassroots, national or international level.
The Program selects women who have been active in efforts to secure a just peace, namely, through conflict resolution and civil society participation that is inclusive and honors human rights.

How to Apply

Interested applicants can apply via given website.

For more information, please visit Women PeaceMakers Program.

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Community of Democracies: Inviting Organisations for CD-UNITED Program!

Deadline: 31 December 2016

The Community of Democracies invites organizations to apply for funding through its CD-UNITED program entitled “Democracy in Action: Expanding Civil Society Space” which provides financial support to projects that support and strengthen democracy.

CD-UNITED is the Community’s flagship initiative that seeks to finance projects and initiatives that support and strengthen democracy, promote human rights and fundamental freedoms, and build civil society around the globe.

The Community of Democracies (CoD) is an international organization that drives the global democracy agenda through common action. It was established in 2000 to bring together governments, civil society and the private sector in the pursuit of a common goal of supporting democratic rules and strengthening democratic norms and institutions around the world.

Project Priorities

The project should:

be action-oriented with clear objectives and well-defined activities; innovative elements are introduced; the project brings added value;
define realistic indicators and targets;
have a realistic timeline – all activities are diligently planned;
identify potential obstacles for the project’s implementation and appropriate mitigation measures (risk analysis);
be a part of organization’s larger strategic plan.

Eligibility Criteria

The applications may be submitted by: non-governmental organizations, nonprofit organizations, public institutions, private and public higher education entities, for profit organizations, unregistered organizations and public international organizations.
The inclusion of local civil society within the proposed initiatives is required.
Work with non-profit organizations is preferred; however, there may be occasions when a for-profit entity is best suited.
Applications will be assessed on “first come, first served” basis.
Applications are completed in English.

How to Apply

Interested applicants can download the application forms via given website.

For more information, please visit Community of Democracies.

European Instrument for Democarcy & Human Rights: Supporting Human Right Defenders and Women

Deadline: 22 May 2016

The European Union is currently accepting proposals from eligible organizations for its European Instrument for Democarcy and Human Rights (EIDHR) Programme. The EIDHR represents a self-standing financial instrument for the promotion of democracy and human rights worldwide.

Objectives

Support to Human Rights and Human Rights Defenders in situations where they are most at risk
Support to other EU Human Rights Priorities
Support to Democracy
EU Election Observation
Support to targeted key actors and processes, including international and regional human rights instruments and mechanisms

Size of Grants

Any grant requested under this call for proposals must fall between the following minimum and maximum amounts:

Minimum amount: EUR 750 000
Maximum amount: EUR 800 000

Eligibility Criteria

In order to be eligible for a grant, the lead applicant must:
- be a legal person or and
- be non-profit-making and
Civil society organisations, including non-governmental non-profit organisations and independent political foundations, community based organisations, and private sector nonprofit agencies, institutions and organisations, and networks thereof at local, national, regional and international level;
Public sector non-profit agencies, institutions and organisations and networks at local, national, regional, and international level; and
Be established in Afghanistan for at least two years, or be established in a Member State of the European Union.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted in accordance with the concept note instructions in the grant application form via given website.
Applicants must apply in English.

For more information, please visit EIDHR Programme.

The Eligibility Criteria and Application Procedure for UN Trust Fund: Ending Violence Against Women

Visit the eligibility criteria and application procedure for the UN Trust Fund below. You can also find the list of countries eligible to apply for the fund below.

Eligible Countries: Afghanistan, Angola, Bangladesh, Benin, Bhutan, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo DR, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Kiribati, Lao PDR, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Niger, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principle, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Timor-Leste, Togo, Tuvalu, Uganda, Vanuatu, Yemen, Zambia, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, Kenya, Tajikistan, Zimbabwe, Armenia, Bolivia, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Congo, Cote d’Ivoire, Egypt, El Salvador, Georgia, Ghana, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, India, Indonesia, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Micronesia, Moldova, Morocco, Nicaragua, Nigeria, Pakistan, Pakistan, Paraguay, Philippines, Samoa, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Syrian Arab Republic, Tokelau, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Viet Nam, West Bank and Gaza Strip, Albania, Algeria, Antigua and Barbuda2, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belize, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, Cook Islands, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Fiji, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Gabon, Grenada, Iran, Iraq, Jamaica, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Lebanon, Libya, Malaysia, Maldives, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Mexico, Montenegro, Montserrat, Namibia, Nauru, Niue, Palau, Panama, Peru, Saint Helena, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Serbia, Seychelles, South Africa, Suriname, Thailand, Tonga, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Uruguay, Venezuela, Wallis and Futuna.

Eligibility Criteria

Women-led and women’s rights organizations that are legally registered in the country of implementation and that have specialized knowledge, expertise and track record of working in women’s human rights and prevention and/or elimination of violence against women and girls.
Civil society organizations that are legally registered in the country of implementation.
Regional/international civil society organizations and networks that have national presence in the country and/or territory of implementation. In this case, the proposal must be focused on a single country and demonstrate how the proposed intervention will contribute to national change and/or capacity development and ownership of national and local organizations in the implementation. Organizations must also demonstrate that they or their national implementing partners are legally registered in the country (or territory) of implementation.
Operational research/evaluation institutions specialized in gender equality and gender-based violence.
Government authorities at central/national, sub-national and/or local levels, including National Women’s Machineries and other sectoral Ministries.

How to Apply

Applicants are expected to submit proposals online in the form of a brief Concept Note.
Applications can be submitted in the following languages only: English, French and Spanish.

For more information, please visit UN Trust Fund.

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Call for Proposals: UN Trust Fund to End Violence against Women

Deadline: 4 May 2016

The UN Trust Fund to End Violence against women is seeking proposals to support national efforts to end one of the most widespread human rights violations in the world. The fund is administered by the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) on behalf of the United Nations System.

The Fund’s mission is to advocate for and finance innovative and replicable approaches for preventing and ending violence against women and girls, to catalyze learning from global evidence collected from the projects it funds, and to leverage its unique mandate and convening power to foster global giving for ending violence against women and girls (EVAW/G).

Special attention will be paid to applications from women’s rights, women-led, and small organizations (including youth organizations) in recognition of the contribution these make to reaching women and girls at the grassroots level.
Attention will also be paid to those targeting the most under-served groups (such as women and girls with disabilities, LBT, internally displaced and refugees, indigenous, older women and members of ethnic minorities)

Guiding Principles

Human rights-based and gender-responsive approaches that place paramount priority on promoting, protecting and fulfilling the human rights of all women and girls, as well as strengthening institutional capacities at local and national levels to eliminate all forms of violence against women and girls.
Focus on impact, specific and measurable results which make a concrete difference in lives of women and girls.
Holistic and multi-sectoral responses that address women and girl’s inter-related rights and needs in terms of prevention and response to violence, including safety and protection, access to health, legal, property and inheritance rights, and economic security and rights.
Focus on underserved groups, especially excluded or disadvantaged women and girls (such as women and girls with disabilities, LBT, internally displaced and refugees, indigenous, older and members of ethnic minorities), ensuring responsiveness to diversity.
Coordination and partnership-building, including among government entities, civil society organizations, especially women-led and small organization, women’s specialist service providers and EVAW thematic networks.
Commitment to sharing knowledge, by documenting, monitoring, evaluating and disseminating results.
Evidence-based programming, building on documented research, lessons learned and recommended practices, to ensure optimal results and use of resources.

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Programme Associate at AWID, Bangladesh

Deadline: 6 April 2016

The Association for Women’s Rights in Development (AWID) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Programme Associate in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

The Programme Associate will work with and provide support to the members of the Program Team in the design, implementation and monitoring of effective programs consistent with UN Women rules and regulations.

AWID’s mission is to be a driving force within the global community of feminist and women’s rights activists, organizations and movements, strengthening collective voice, influencing and transforming structures of power and decision-making and advancing human rights, gender justice and environmental sustainability worldwide.

Key Jobs Responsibilities

The Programme Associate will perform the following functions-

Collect and present background information for the preparation of effective application of RBM tools.
Provide program and administrative support in the preparation of program work plans, budgets, and proposals on program implementation arrangements.
Assemble briefing materials and prepare power-point and other presentations for the program unit.
Identify sources, and gather and compile data and information for the preparation of documents, guidelines, speeches and position papers.
Support the Program Team in the implementation of the control mechanisms for development projects through monitoring of budget preparation and modifications.
Create projects in Atlas, prepare required budget revisions, revision of project award and project status, determination of unutilized funds, operational and financial close of a project.
Support the Program Team in the financial management of Programs.
Provide guidance to the executing agencies on routine implementation of projects, tracking use of financial resources.
Provide necessary information for the audit of programs/projects and support implementation of audit recommendations.
Organize, compile and process information from donors, Regional Office, and program team, as inputs to various databases and documents.
Support the Program team in the tracking and reporting on mobilized resources.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have-

University degree in Development Studies/Anthropology/ Gender Studies/International Relations or equivalent degree in Business or Social Science.
A minimum of 5 years of program administration experience preferably in a large or international corporation or organization.
Previous experience to work on preventing violence against women is desirable.
Experience in working in a computer environment using multiple office software packages, experience in ATLAS an advantage.
Fluency in English and Bangla is required.
Knowledge of the other UN working knowledge is an asset.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their applications through online process.

For more information, please visit AWID.

Digital Communications Associate at AWID, United States

Deadline: Ongoing

The Association for Women’s Rights in Development (AWID) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Digital Communications Associate in New York, United States.

The Digital Communications Associate will manage GHC’s social media profile across channels, manage Medium publication, working directly with fellows and alumni to thoughtfully edit and publish their work.

Key Jobs Responsibilities

The Digital Communications Associate will perform the following functions-

Collaborate on the implementation of all facets of GHC’s communications strategy as a core member of the communications/advocacy team, but in particular lead on the following components:
- AMPLIFY: daily management of GHC’s pioneer Medium publication, working one-on-one with fellows and alumni on the editing and publication of their posts, developing and managing an editorial calendar and calls for submissions, liaising with the Medium team, and spearheading the next phase of our growth strategy to increase readership, engagement, and visibility.
- Social Media: implementation of social media strategy and daily management of GHC’s Twitter, Face book, and Instagram accounts to ensure global, inclusive, engaging, and powerful content and key interactions with donors, partners, community members, and the broader public.
- Graphics/Design: serve as GHC’s go-to graphics wizard, the protector/ess of GHC’s branding who works to ensure top-notch look/feel of materials and the future of our branding and design.
- Online: manage GHC’s website front-end, working to revamp, streamline, and update web content as needed; work with GHC’s operations team on website back-end needs.
- Recruitment: manage key recruitment communications efforts during the new fellow recruitment period, including the design and dissemination of recruitment materials for fellows and alumni, the design of recruitment graphics, the development and implementation of a recruitment social media plan, and additional recruitment communications tasks as needed.
Collaborate on building and maintaining internal systems to document the amplitude and impact of GHC’s social media and media clout as well as that of the GHC community.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have-

Bachelor degree required.
2-4 years work experience.
Strong and versatile writer and editor.
Demonstrated fluency in social media platforms and analytics.
Impeccable communicator internally and externally, across a range of media.
Self-directed, proactive problem solver who is comfortable working under time constraints to deliver high-quality work.
Strong ability to capture and replicate the GHC ‘voice’ across platforms.
Exceptional drive and passion for work; mission-driven with a positive attitude.
Commitment to excellence, precision and detail.
Experience with Word Press, Medium, and WizeHive.
Experience working cross-culturally Humility, adaptability, empathy.
Commitment to social justice and passion for global health equity.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their applications through online process.

For more information, please visit AWID.