UNFPA Human Rights Officer Consultant in Accra, Ghana
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is inviting qualified professionals to apply for an Individual Consultant – Human Rights Officer opportunity based in Accra, Ghana. The 9-month consultancy supports UNFPA’s Gender and Human Rights programme efforts.
Overview
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is seeking an experienced professional to serve as an Individual Consultant – Human Rights Officer in its Country Office in Accra, Ghana. The position is designed to strengthen the organization’s work on human rights and gender-related priorities while supporting efforts to reduce gender-based violence and advance the ICPD agenda and SDG 5 targets. The selected consultant will work under the overall supervision of the UNFPA Representative and the direct supervision of the Head of the Gender and Human Rights Programme for a duration of 9 months on a part-time, non-rotational basis.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet specific educational and professional criteria to be considered for this consultancy:
- Education: Candidates may hold an advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in law, human rights, international relations, gender studies, or a related discipline, with a professional legal background preferred. Alternatively, applicants may hold a first-level university degree in Law (LLB) plus a Qualifying Certificate in Law (QLC).
- Experience: A minimum of three years of relevant professional experience in areas such as sexual and reproductive health, national or international human rights law, international humanitarian law, international criminal law, public-sector programming, or development programmes. Experience in programme or project management within the public or private sector is preferred.
- Language: Fluency in English is required.
Benefits
The position offers an attractive remuneration package, which includes a competitive net salary, health insurance, and other applicable benefits in accordance with UNFPA consultancy guidelines.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should review the official vacancy details and submit their applications through the official UNFPA recruitment platform.
Deadline
Applications must be submitted before 31 August 2026 at 11:00 PM.