Project Analyst on Human Rights and Disability Issues Open to internal and external applicants

Project Analyst on Human Rights and Disability Issues [Open to internal and external applicants] UNDP - United Nations Development Programme Tbilisi National NPSA-8, National Personnel Services Agreement level Speaks Georgian, English Application deadline: March 31, 2026 Closed Apply Summary by Impactpool The NPSA-8 Project Analyst on Human Rights and Disability Issues will support the implementation of the 'Human Rights for All' project in Georgia, focusing on enhancing the protection of human rights for vulnerable groups, including persons with disabilities. The role involves project planning, technical support, and collaboration with civil society organizations. The Analyst will also serve as a disability focal point, providing guidance and conducting training as needed. This position requires strong analytical skills and the ability to engage with various stakeholders to promote human rights awareness. Candidate Requirements: Advanced university degree in Law or related field Minimum 2 years of relevant experience for Bachelor's degree holders Strong knowledge of international human rights standards Excellent analytical and drafting skills Experience in stakeholder relationship building Fluency in Georgian and English Tiered Approach In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby: Tier 0 : UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026. Tier 1 : Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments Tier 2 : UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers Tier 3 or no tier indicated : All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply. Background UNDP Georgia, together with the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), is implementing a 40-month project, “Human Rights for All” (HR4All) – Phase 3, a joint initiative of the European Union (EU) and the United Nations (UN). Its overall objective is to strengthen the protection of human rights for everyone in Georgia, including people in vulnerable situations, in line with Georgia’s international commitments under UN human rights treaties, the EU-Georgia Association Agreement, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF), and national priorities. In parallel, UNDP, OHCHR, and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) are implementing “4th Funding Round of UNPRPD – Leave No One Behind: From Policy and Principles to Practice in Disability-Inclusive Development in Georgia” – Phase 2. This initiative aims to advance the rights of persons with disabilities (PwDs) in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and Georgia’s national priorities. Duties and Responsibilities Under direct supervision of the Project Manager, the Analyst will carry out the following duties and responsibilities: Ensure effective project planning and implementation and provision of technical support on Human Rights: Contribute to planning and effective implementation of the programme activities, monitor their quality and impact; provide regular updates to the Project Manager. draft narrative reports; and ensure the maintenance of all related documentation (reports, correspondence, etc.). Provide technical expertise in the development of programme documents and activities on human rights, with a particular focus on the economic and social rights of minorities and vulnerable groups, including persons with disabilities (PwDs). Prepare expert analyses of draft laws, existing legislation and policy documents; highlighting implications for vulnerable and marginalised groups. Establish partnerships and open channels of communication: Liaise and collaborate with civil society organisations and other stakeholders working on human rights issues, including those focused on the rights of PwDs. Analyse recommendations issued to Georgia by UN human rights treaty bodies relevant to project outputs and propose measures for their effective implementation. Contribute to raising public awareness of human rights and disability issues in Georgia and support the preparation of relevant awareness-raising materials. Participate in roundtable discussions and other meetings with government agencies, civil society organizations, mass media and other national and international stakeholders to foster dialogue and cooperation. Provision of technical support as a disability focal point: Serve as a disability focal point and subject-matter expert on human rights and disability issues, providing guidance to government counterparts and UNDP management as needed, as well as act as a trainer if/when required. Oversee and monitor grants related to human rights and disability initiatives by tracking implementation progress and assessing performance against agreed indicators. Provide timely analysis of grantees’ narrative and financial reports, ensure compliance with programme objectives and donor requirements, and recommend actions to address any gaps or risks identified. Facilitate knowledge and capacity building, knowledge sharing and advocacy relevant to the assigned thematic area(s): Organize training, workshops, and capacity building activities in a consultative manner, involving technical experts and stakeholders that may include the government, private sector, NGOs, donors, and/or academia. Identify, synthesize and document best practices and lessons learned that are generated from the project and implementing partners. The incumbent