Accountability (key results that will be achieved)- 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.- Suspected fraud in the resettlement process is promptly reported.Responsibility (process and functions undertaken to achieve results)- Carry out preliminary interviews and initial assessments to identify and/or process refugees for resettlement following established procedures, ensuring UNHCR’s RSD and RST procedures are implemented in accordance with relevant UNHCR standards and policies.- Prepare written documentation for identification and/or resettlement submission; ensure that records / files of individual cases are updated in a systematic and timely manner.- Ensure timely completion and submission of cases.- Assess and review individual resettlement cases and prepare individual / group submission for scrutiny by the supervisor.- Provide persons of concern with up-to-date and accurate information on UNHCR’s RSD/resettlement policies and procedures.- Follow up on cases from time of submission to final decision and departure; ensure effective in-country communication on the status and follow-up on persons of concern being considered for resettlement.- Assist in maintaining and updating proGres database and provide technical support.- Coordinate travel and departure arrangements for refugees accepted for resettlement.- Organize logistical support for governments undertaking resettlement missions.- Provide administrative support for resettlement-related training activities, including organization of resettlement workshops and meetings as required.- Maintain accurate resettlement statistics as well as up-to-date records on individual cases; assist in the preparation of reports.- Draft / type routine correspondence to Field Offices / Regional Offices / Headquarters.- 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 RSD/resettlement fraud by reporting suspected fraud.- Other tasks, as needed.Authority (decisions made in executing responsibilities and to achieve results)- Recommend eligible cases for resettlement consideration.- Provide counselling to persons of concern.
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 29 May 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: Completion of University Degree in relevant field (law, social sciences or related field). Certificate/training in International Law, International Relations or related fields required.
- Job Experience: 4 years of job experience relevant to the functions.
- Fluency in English and Arabic, with working knowledge of another relevant UN language or local language.
(In offices where the working language is not English, excellent knowledge of working language of duty station and working knowledge of English.)
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.
- Good knowledge of resettlement issues and UNHCR resettlement policies and operational applications.
- Completion of UNHCR specific learning/training activities (e.g., PLP and RSD/Resettlement Learning Programme, resettlement anti-fraud workshop).
- Education: Completion of University Degree in relevant field (law, social sciences or related field). Certificate/training in International Law, International Relations or related fields required.
- Job Experience: 4 years of job experience relevant to the functions.
- Fluency in English and Arabic, with working knowledge of another relevant UN language or local language.
(In offices where the working language is not English, excellent knowledge of working language of duty station and working knowledge of English.)
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.
- Good knowledge of resettlement issues and UNHCR resettlement policies and operational applications.
- Completion of UNHCR specific learning/training activities (e.g., PLP and RSD/Resettlement Learning Programme, resettlement anti-fraud workshop).
Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Very Good
Hide guidelines for wrong answers
No