Programme Associate (Cash) – G6 – Hrf040 – Pn. 10023313 - Beirut

2.1 ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT. Define the role of the position within the team, describing its leadership role, if any, it’s external/internal work relationships or contacts, the contextual environment in which it operates and the scope of supervision received, and where applicable, exercised by the incumbent. As of December 2014, Lebanon hosted more than 1.1 million registered refugees from Syria. The Syrian refugee population in Lebanon is the largest in the world and also represents a significant percentage of Lebanon’s total population.   There are no approved camps and refugees are found across more than 1,700 locations all over the country. Based on the last UNHCR shelter survey, some 57% of refugees rent basic apartments or homes; many are overcrowded with several refugee families sharing limited space. Over 40% live in sub-standard and insecure conditions in makeshift shelters, tents, unfinished buildings, garages, warehouses and worksites. Ensuring access to basic services is a constant challenge. As the designated lead agency in the refugee response in Lebanon, UNHCR has established a sector-based structure in Beirut and in the field to support the Government. The structure brings together 11 UN agencies, 51 national and international NGO partners in identifying and agreeing on the strategic priorities to address the needs of Syrian refugees and other affected populations. Moving forward, partners are making significant efforts to ensure that available resources reach the most vulnerable including through the targeting of assistance across all sectors and new programming efficiencies such as the introduction of cash assistance. UNHCR also continues to integrate direct support to government institutions and communities most impacted by the refugee influx into its programming to help facilitate continued social cohesion and receptivity towards refugees. The incumbent normally receives guidance from more senior programme staff in the operation. He/she may receive indirect guidance from other sections and units relevant to the country programme(s). UNHCR Manual, Operations Plans, UN and UNHCR financial/budgetary rules and regulations will guide the work of the Programme Associate. S/he is expected to stay abreast of the challenges posed to the region by the political context, the UN and humanitarian reform and institutional developments. The incumbent is expected to have contacts within the organization and outside the duty station, as well as with partners and other stakeholders to collect information, monitor programme activities and implement administrative requirements.             2.2 FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT. Describe the accountabilities, responsibilities and authorities associated with the position. Accountability (key results that will be achieved) -          Organizational procedures and standards for cash operations are strictly followed and implemented. Responsibility (process and functions undertaken to achieve results) -          Provide the management and the region with an up-to-date reports regarding the Cash-Unit Operations. -          Provide up-to-date information to the different Sub-offices and Field Offices regarding Cash Operations, Inter-agency activities and Operational Strategy. -          Support the Cash Unit in ensuring that the needs of persons of concern in the country are assessed and analysed in a participatory manner and using an Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective to form a firm basis for planning. -          Assist in negotiating agreements with service providers (i.e. CSC Bank) and ensure that agreements are established in conformity with UNHCR’s financial rules and the latest Headquarters’ instructions. -          Undertake proper collection, monitoring and use of field information related to the Cash Operations, including monitoring and targeting interventions. -          Working with Cash Focal Points at the Field Offices to ensure that the Cash Implementation are in accordance with Operational Guidelines. -          Liaise with the service provider (bank) in resolving issues related to Cash Assistance. -          Assist in keeping donor representatives briefed on developments and assist in the development of funding submissions, appeals and reports. -          Assist in ensuring compliance of IPs and Service Providers in Financial and Programme policies. -          Assist in providing inputs for the country operations plan (including budgets, staffing levels and structures) as well as prepare inputs for funding submissions, appeals and reports. -          Perform other related duties as required.         Authority (decisions made in executing responsibilities and to achieve results) -          Represent UNHCR in physical monitoring of projects. -          Represent UNHCR in Sector Meetings and Inter-Agency Coordination.