Accountability (key results that will be achieved)- Resettlement delivery in the country is needs-based, non-discriminatory and prioritized for refugees most in need of this solution.- UNHCR’s resettlement policies and standards are correctly and coherently applied.- Persons of concern are made aware of UNHCR’s resettlement procedures and have fair and transparent access to and participation in the resettlement process.- Fraud in the resettlement process is promptly identified and addressed.Responsibility (process and functions undertaken to achieve results)- Stay abreast of political, legal, social and economic developments that have an impact on the protection environment.- Assist in implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for promoting the resettlement of persons of concern as protection tool and durable solution in the context of comprehensive solution strategies.- Assist in the development of country resettlement strategy and annual resettlement planning exercise.- Assist in promoting and monitoring the implementation of UNHCR’s global resettlement policies, procedures and guidelines.- Propose the development and enhancement of policy and guidelines for resettlement practices.- Assist in guiding and capacitating the country operation to prepare consistent and quality resettlement submissions.- Assist in monitoring resettlement activities to ensure progress against targets, transparency and efficiency in case submissions and appropriate follow-up with resettlement countries and other key stakeholders.- Identify, interview, assess resettlement needs, and process persons identified for resettlement following established procedures; undertake field missions as required; provide counselling to individuals.- Assist selection missions by resettlement countries to the country.- Systematically apply an Age, Gender and Diversity perspective in all aspects of the resettlement process; comply with UNHCR policy and guidelines on HIV/AIDS.- Assist in mitigating resettlement fraud through oversight (including in-country travel), advice and guidance.- Assist the country operation with group resettlement procedures, including planning, profiling, logistical arrangements, verification and post-verification follow-up.- Maintain regular contact and close cooperation with resettlement countries and partners to ensure effective resettlement delivery and adherence to adequate protection and resettlement standards.- Participate, where appropriate, in country-level discussions with resettlement countries and partners.- Assist in managing a process to ensure that persons of concern and partners receive up-to-date and accurate information on UNHCR’s resettlement policies and procedures.- Assist in the submission of up-to-date and accurate statistics, resettlement reports and needs assessments are submitted to management as required.- Identify and recommend relevant training activities of UNHCR staff and implementing partners.- Contribute to a communications strategy that generates support for UNHCR’s operations from external partners.
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: lebbehrm@unhcr.org by Wednesday 4 June 2014. 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, and that
staff members are able to keep an appropriate balance between work and private life. UNHCR is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of
gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All
applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
Requires a Cover Letter?
Yes
Education Degree
Bachelor Degree
Education Degree Details
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.
- Education: University degree in international law, international relations, political science, social sciences or related fields of discipline.
- Job experience: At least 4 years (2 years with Advanced University degree) of professional work experience relevant to refugee protection work.
- Excellent knowledge of English and working knowledge of another UN language.
(In offices where the working language is not English, excellent knowledge of UN working language of duty station and working knowledge of English.)
***For National Officer positions, very good knowledge of local language and local institutions is essential.
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: lebbehrm@unhcr.org by Wednesday 4 June 2014. 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, and that
staff members are able to keep an appropriate balance between work and private life. UNHCR is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of
gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All
applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
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.
- Diverse field experience desirable.
- Ability to understand and implement UNHCR’s policy and global strategic priorities, such as AGDM, IDP, Statelessness, and HIV/AIDS, in the area of responsibility at appropriate level.
- Good IT skills including database management skills.
- Completion of the Protection Learning Programme, RSD- Resettlement Learning Programme.
- Education: University degree in international law, international relations, political science, social sciences or related fields of discipline.
- Job experience: At least 4 years (2 years with Advanced University degree) of professional work experience relevant to refugee protection work.
- Excellent knowledge of English and working knowledge of another UN language.
(In offices where the working language is not English, excellent knowledge of UN working language of duty station and working knowledge of English.)
***For National Officer positions, very good knowledge of local language and local institutions is essential.
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: lebbehrm@unhcr.org by Wednesday 4 June 2014. 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, and that
staff members are able to keep an appropriate balance between work and private life. UNHCR is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of
gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All
applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
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.
- Diverse field experience desirable.
- Ability to understand and implement UNHCR’s policy and global strategic priorities, such as AGDM, IDP, Statelessness, and HIV/AIDS, in the area of responsibility at appropriate level.
- Good IT skills including database management skills.
- Completion of the Protection Learning Programme, RSD- Resettlement Learning Programme.
Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Excellent
Hide guidelines for wrong answers
No