Mission and objectives

The mission of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is to promote and protect the human rights of all individuals. OHCHR works with national and international partners to address human rights concerns, advocate for the rights of those in need, and ensure accountability. For the upcoming elections in Ghana, OHCHR aims to effectively contribute to the implementation of the United Nations Elections Roadmap for the 2024 Elections in Ghana by monitoring public discourse and human rights-related developments through open-source data collection and reporting.

Context

As Ghana prepares for its December presidential elections, OHCHR seeks to enhance its understanding of the human rights landscape through open-source monitoring. Volunteers will contribute to identifying and verifying human rights concerns, such as electoral inclusivity, freedom of expression, and political participation. By summarising and analysing data from diverse sources, volunteers will support the creation of reports and visualisations that inform OHCHR’s reporting and advocacy efforts. This project provides a unique opportunity to support human rights monitoring remotely, offering volunteers exposure to open-source research and qualitative and quantitative analysis in a dynamic context.

Task Description

We are looking for 5 online volunteers to support with the following tasks: Monitor Media and Social Media: Review media outlets and social media platforms for information on public discourse and human rights concerns during the electoral process. Validate and Complete Data: Address information gaps by verifying and synthesizing available data. Summarize Information: Consolidate qualitative and quantitative information into concise summaries and insights. Draft Analytical Reports: Prepare reports highlighting trends and key observations from the data gathered. Adhere to Confidentiality Protocols: Ensure all data and findings are handled responsibly and securely. Work Under Tight Deadlines: Manage tasks effectively to meet strict timelines as required.

Competencies and values

Living conditions and remarks