Company Description
The Supreme International Court of Higher Justice is an international judicial institution established on July 12, 2026, dedicated to the defense of twelve fundamental human rights. It operates independently from any national government, governmental entities, or private and public interest groups, ensuring impartial and fair justice. Commissioned by The Universal Human Strategic Board, the Court has the legal authority to investigate and report abuses and crimes against humanity worldwide. Its work is based on international human rights law and the four Geneva Conventions, with a focus on protecting vulnerable individuals in situations such as war, epidemics, social crises, famine, and natural disasters. The Supreme Court upholds the fundamental principles of justice, including the presumption of innocence and the legal right of defense, ensuring fair legal processes and accountability.
Role description
The Human Rights Officer volunteer role is a remote position focused on managing, documenting, and analyzing potential human rights violations in various regions and contexts. In this role, the officer will review reports, legal documents, and testimonies; conduct research into international human rights standards; and prepare concise briefs and case summaries for use by judicial and investigative teams. The officer will collaborate with other human rights professionals, legal experts, and advocates to support investigations into abuses and crimes against humanity and contribute to policy recommendations that strengthen protection mechanisms. Main tasks include writing analytical reports, contributing to public information materials, supporting advocacy initiatives, and participating in online meetings or hearings. The position is volunteer-based and requires a commitment to upholding the Court’s principles of impartiality, fairness, and respect for the rule of law. We also inform you in advance that this is a volunteer role and does not constitute paid employment in accordance with its vision and impact regarding equity and social justice.
Main qualifications
- Strong knowledge of international human rights and human rights frameworks, including relevant treaties, conventions, and monitoring mechanisms.
- Understanding of the rule of law and governance, with the ability to analyze legal standards and institutional practices.
- Demonstrated experience or academic background in law, international relations, political science, human rights, or a related field.
- Excellent research, analytical, and written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, structured reports and briefs in French and English.
- High ethical standards, integrity, and commitment to impartiality, confidentiality, and non-discriminatory practices.
- Ability to work independently in a remote, multicultural environment and collaborate effectively with international teams.
- Proficiency with digital collaboration tools and strong organizational skills; prior experience with human rights organizations or international institutions is an asset.
