Call for Applications: German Member of the Council of Europe’s Committee for the Prevention of Torture (CPT)
About the CPT
The Council of Europe’s Committee for the Prevention of Torture (CPT) is an independent body established under the European Convention for the Prevention of Torture and Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment. The CPT’s mandate is to prevent torture and other forms of cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment in all places of detention within the jurisdiction of the Council of Europe’s member states.
About the Position
The German government is seeking a candidate to serve as the German member of the CPT. The successful candidate will:
- Be a national of Germany with a good command of German, English, and French.
- Have extensive experience in the field of human rights, with a particular focus on the prevention of torture and other forms of ill-treatment.
- Be a highly motivated and results-oriented individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Be available to travel extensively within Europe.
Duties and Responsibilities
The German member of the CPT will:
- Participate in regular visits to prisons, police stations, and other places of detention in Council of Europe member states.
- Interview detainees and staff to assess whether there are any patterns of ill-treatment or torture.
- Prepare reports on the findings of the visits and make recommendations to the relevant authorities.
- Engage in dialogue with governments and other stakeholders to promote the implementation of the CPT’s recommendations.
Qualifications
- A graduate degree in law, criminology, human rights, or a related field.
- At least 10 years of experience in the field of human rights, with a particular focus on the prevention of torture and other forms of ill-treatment.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Fluency in German, English, and French.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Availability to travel extensively within Europe.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application, including a CV and a letter of motivation, to the German Federal Foreign Office by 22 November 2024.
Additional Information
- The term of office for the German member of the CPT is four years.
- The CPT is composed of independent experts who are not affiliated with any government or organization.
- The CPT’s work is confidential and its reports are only made public with the consent of the relevant authorities.
For more information about the CPT, please visit its website: www.cpt.coe.int/en
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