Director of Human Rights - Strasbourg, France - Council of Europe

Council of Europe

Entreprise vérifiée

Strasbourg, France

il y a 3 semaines

Posté par:

Sophie Dupont

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Description

Director of Human Rights
Directorate General of Human Rights and Rule of Law

Referen ce
:
e3/2024

Location:
Strasbourg Publication: 25 January 2024

Deadline: 15 February 2024
Are you a seasoned leader with extensive experience in standard setting, monitoring and/or technical co-operation in the

field of human rights protection? Do you have the ability to advise and assist the Director General, as well as lead, inspire and

manage diverse teams working on issues that are central to European democracies? Are you motivated to contribute in a

leading role to the activities of an international organisation working for human rights, democracy and the rule of law? If so, our

job offer may be the right opportunity for you.

Who we are
The

organisation. We all strive towards protecting human rights, democracy and the rule of law and our three core

values - professionalism, integrity and respect
- guide the way we work.

The Directorate of Human Rights, within the Directorate General of Human Rights and Rule of Law, counts about 200 staff

members and covers the following areas of activities: the execution of judgements of the European Court of Human Rights, the

effective implementation of the European Convention on Human Rights at national and European level, the independence and

efficiency of justice, Justice and Legal Cooperation Standards, and the monitoring of standards related to deprivation of liberty.

Your role
Responsibility and Reporting

Advise and assist the Director General in defining the major objectives of the Directorate General of Human Rights
and Rule of Law;
Actively support the Secretary General and the Director General in ensuring the follow-up to decisions by the
Committee of Ministers, in line with priorities;
Report on a regular basis to the Director General and the Committee of Ministers on the results achieved and on further
requirements, risks and opportunities stemming from developments or events.

Programme and Resource Management

Ensure effective and efficient processes, procedures and a results-oriented organisation;
Promote co-operation, synergy and transversal connections with other directorates and departments of the Directorate
General and with other entities;
Provide general guidelines and priorities to Heads of Departments and other direct reports;

Our work is carried by our values
Contribute to good governance by ensuring that responsibilities in respect of risk management, internal control, results
monitoring and reporting, evaluation, internal/external audit, fraud prevention and ethical behaviour are respected
within the Directorate;
Plan, manage and monitor the execution of the Programme and Budget in accordance with the principle of sound
financial management (economy, efficiency and effectiveness).

Leadership and Staff Management

Lead and motivate staff in the Directorate through different levels of management;
Set specific objectives and guidelines; allocate roles and responsibilities; evaluate the performance of direct reports;
Facilitate internal communication; foster co-operation, team-spirit and a harmonious working environment with a view
to increasing efficiency.

Communication and Representation

Promote

Represent the

What we are looking for
Academic background

Higher education degree or qualification equivalent to a Master's degree in a relevant field (law, politics, international
relations, etc. or in a related field). Exceptionally, the degree or qualification requirement may be waived if the

Professional background and expertise

Extensive professional experience, at senior level, in matters relating to the standard setting, monitoring and/or
technical cooperation in the field of human rights protection;
In-depth knowledge of human rights and rule of law policies and issues and very good knowledge of the work of the

Extensive budgetary and human resources management experience.

Competencies

Vision and Strategic Insight

Leadership Please refer to the

Results orientation
Competency Framework
Planning and work organisation of the

Relationship building ( - 1,6Mo)

Negotiation

Resilience

Analysis and problem solving

Languages

Very good knowledge of both of the
easily in both languages.

Nationality

Citizenship of one of the 46 member States of the

What the
If successful, you will receive a basic monthly gross salary of € which is exempt from national income tax in the

You will benefit from the

In accordance with Articles and of the Staff Rules, the appointee will be offered an initial one-year contract,

covering the probationary period. If successful, the appointment may be extended for one or more periods each not exceeding

five years. In accordance with Article 5100 of the Staff Rules, if the appointee is already a

will be initially appointed for a trial period of one year. In such a case, if the person is confirmed in their job at the end of the trial