Introduction

The United Republic of Tanzania, President’s Office, Public Service Management and Good Governance, invites applications from qualified and experienced Tanzanians for vacancies advertised by the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (UN-OHCHR).

Vacant Positions

1. Assistant Secretary General for Human Rights

   • Duty Station: High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) – New York

Skills and Expertise Requirements

Assistant Secretary General for Human Rights

• At least 20 years of progressive experience in human rights, international relations, or a closely related field.

• Experience in large multicultural institutions.

• Experience in policy planning, political analysis, and programme management, including coordination within a multilateral framework.

• Proven track record of excellent management and leadership skills.

• Well-demonstrated negotiating and diplomatic skills.

• Ability to work harmoniously in a multicultural team and establish effective relationships inside and outside the organisation.

• Strong commitment to UN values and guiding principles, with sound understanding of the UN system, including peacekeeping, human rights, humanitarian, and development contexts.

Deputy High Commissioner for Human Rights

• At least 20 years of progressive experience in human rights or related fields, with a strong focus on management, resource mobilisation, financial, and/or human resources in large multilateral institutions.

• Experience in programme management, project planning and analysis, and programme budgeting in large organisations.

• Proven track record of excellent management and technical leadership skills, including coordination within a multilateral framework.

• Well-demonstrated negotiating and diplomatic skills.

• Ability to work harmoniously in a multicultural team and establish effective relationships inside and outside the organisation.

• Strong commitment to UN values and guiding principles, with sound understanding of the UN system, including peacekeeping, human rights, humanitarian, and development contexts.

Other Terms

• Languages: Fluency in English is required. A working knowledge of French or another official UN language will be an advantage.

• Criminal Offence Clearance: Nominees must attach a clearance certificate from relevant authorities.

Applications must be submitted by Friday, 19th September 2025 through the following email:

• ohchr-asgapplications@un.org

• Copy to: dhrd.tc@utumishi.go.tz

A Note Verbale from the United Nations is attached to this advertisement for more detailed information.