The Assistant Registration Officer functions under direct supervision of the Associate Registration Officer/Associate Protection Officer, who defines general work objectives and provides necessary advice and guidance. As of mid-2015, it is envisioned that the Assistant Registration Officer will take overall responsibility of the unit.
The Assistant Registration Officer will supervise registration and reception staff. The Assistant Registration Officer is responsible for managing all aspects of registration activities in the South, including overseeing multiple registration points, scheduling systems, referrals to other units and other humanitarian partners, coordination of activities with Government counterparts, and statistical and data management aspects of the operation
2.2FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT. Focusing on the deliverables and the achievements expected from the job, describe the functions to be performed by the incumbent of the position. Describe also the engagement and the degree of relationships with clients/partners, and the impact of actions.
Accountability (key results that will be achieved)
Ensuring access of Syrian refugees to the registration processes in the Bekaa;
The identification of vulnerable asylum-seekers and refugees and their referral to other units within
The office and/or implementing partners in an accurate and timely manner;
The management of expectations of asylum-seekers and refugees.
Responsibility (process and functions undertaken to achieve results)
The incumbent is responsible for providing analysis and for developing and coordinating plans for the implementation of registration activities for the Syria emergency
The incumbent will work with protection staff on registration activities and on specific needs in terms of protection. The s/m will also liaise with programme staff on registration budgets and on statistics for assistance.
Analyze and recommend appropriate registration strategies and methodology to meet standards;
Determine appropriate technology required to implement strategies;
Recommend plans, implement and monitor operational projects in regard to registration activities toensure that provision is made for adequate resources;
Undertake training of UNHCR and partner staff in registration methodologies, technologies and standards to enable them to conduct registration and to manage registration data on a continuous basis;
Inform and advise staff on planned registration activities; review plans and requests to ensure that they are in agreement with standards;
Coordinate registration activities between other UNHCR offices and mobile registration locations ensure standardization and consistency of data and its use;
Ensure that statistics and other reports are produced on a timely basis;
Perform other duties as required.
Authority (decisions made in executing responsibilities and to achieve results)
Referral of cases to other functional units, and humanitarian partners
Review of cases for eligibility, adherence to process, protection standards, data quality
Strategic decision-making on outreach and mobile activities
Application Deadline
Organisation
Salary Range
Unpaid Position
Contract Type
Full Time
Application Submission Guidelines
If you wish to apply for this vacancy, please submit your letter of motivation and P11 Form by e-mail with the job code number and position title in the subject line to: lebbeprg@unhcr.org by Thursday 2 July 2015. The Personal History Form (P11) is available at the following link: http://www.unhcr.org/recruit/P11_UNHCR.doc No late applications will be accepted. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees). UNHCR strongly encourage qualified female applicants for this position. UNHCR seeks to ensure that male and female employees are given equal career opportunities. UNHCR is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.
Requires a Cover Letter?
Yes
Education Degree
Bachelor Degree
Education Degree Details
2.4 ESSENTIAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED. Define the educational background, the relevant job experience and the language(s) that are essential to perform the work of the position.
- University Degree in Politics, Law (or related field with relevant experience)
- 4 years of relevant work experience
- Fluency in Arabic and English
- Computer skills: Advanced; Word processing, Excel; Basic Data Base
- Individual case management experience
- Familiarity with UNHCR registration standards
- Demonstrated strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- Good research and analytical skills
- Positive and professional attitude
- Maturity and leadership ability
- Ability to work independently while also able to work well with others
- Able to work under pressure and with frequent deadlines
- Able to effectively and compassionately work with traumatized individuals
2.5 DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES. Describe any experience or knowledge that would be an asset, such as: UNHCR Learning Programmes, other training, additional languages, Field/HQs experience, etc.
- Previous experience in UN/UNHCR.
- Additional work experience in Int. Human Rights Law desirable
- Good knowledge of Progres (HCR database for reintegration of refugees, returnees and displaced persons).
- Experience in managing programme related to standards and indicators.
- Completion of UNHCR learning programmes or specific training relevant to functions of the position
- Knowledge of another relevant UN or local languages.
Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Excellent
Hide guidelines for wrong answers
No