Job Vacancies at United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) – 9 Positions in Nigeria

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Warehouse Assistant
2.) Senior Warehouse Assistant
3.) GBV Officer
4.) Cash Based Intervention Associate
5.) Field Security Associate (Adamawa)
6.) Senior Supply Assistant
7.) Project Control Associate
8.) Field Security Associate (Taraba)
9.) Assistant Protection Officer

 

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) was created in 1950, during the aftermath of the Second World War, to help millions of Europeans who had fled or lost their homes. We had three years to complete our work and then disband. Today, over 65 years later, our organization is still hard at work, protecting and assisting refugees around the world.

 

See job details and how to apply below.


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1.) Warehouse Assistant

 

Job ID: 32523
Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Hardship Level: E
Family Location Type: Non-Family

Background

  • The issue of insurgency by The Boko Haram armed opposition started since 2009 and Maiduguri happened to be the epic centre of the armed conflict. The armed conflict later spread to all the twenty-seven (27) Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Borno State, North East Nigeria.
  • The conflict took an international dimension as it spread to the neighboring countries of Cameroun, Niger and Chad, resulting in the displacement of millions of people across all four frontiers.
  • The Armed Opposition Group (AOG) has been killing people in both rural and urban Centres in their quest to form Islamic State in the North East Nigeria. Social services and amenities have been destroyed and now non-existent.
  • Agricultural activities which used to be source of food security and livelihoods among the rural communities of the North East are no longer in existent.

Purpose and Scope of Assignment

  • Assist in the overall management of the warehouse by receiving the goods, updating the warehouse records in the database, and dispatching the goods for all related operations in the mission.
  • Assist in developing Standard Operating Manual for the warehouse and ensure there is always a system in place to be followed.
  • Assist with coordinating the work of the storekeeper and guide them on day-to-day basis
  • Receive goods from vendors/transporters and inspect the quantity/quality to ensure they all meet the same specifications and standards ordered.
  • Monitor the loading/offloading activities at the warehouse whenever taking place and supervise the hired Labour workers to cover the job properly.
  • Follow up on the transportation of the goods exiting the warehouse to other destinations to ensure they reach their destination.
  • Obtain and document the proper authorization and documents from his/her designated officer in case of releasing/issuing any of the warehouse items to any individual and/or unit within the mission.
  • Responsible for issuing the Goods Receive Note for the new arrived items into the warehouse and for issuing the Dispatch/waybill Form when releasing items from the warehouse.
  • Conduct physical inventory of items in the warehouse and provide updates on the inventory records upon completing each activity.
  • Ensure that security is always maintained within the warehouse premises in coordination with the Security unit.
  • Assist in supporting the even-flow from receiving to shipping and communicate issues and concerns to Logistics Unit by ensuring all the original shipping documents are well received in case of receiving new arrival shipments like, packing lists, waybills, bills of lading and the shipping invoices.
  • Verify all documents received from the vendors related to goods received and services provided at the warehouse with procurement and finance colleagues before payment is released.
  • Keep the entire warehouse facility well maintained, including ensuring that goods are stacked, stored, and updating the stock cards where necessary.

Monitoring and Progress Controls:

  • Manage the archiving system with proper labels while maintaining an accurate inventory through cycle/directed counting.
  • Prepare weekly and monthly warehouse report to be shared with the Supply Officer in Maiduguri or as may be directed
  • Assist in developing Standard Operating Manual for the warehouse and ensure there is always a system in place to be followed.

Qualifications and Experience
Education (Level and area of required and/or preferred education):

  • 1 year relevant experience with High School Diploma; or Bachelor or equivalent or higher.


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Work Experience:

  • Knowledge of Business Administration, Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Commerce or other relevant field will be an added advantage.
  • Experience in warehousing in the humanitarian context with INGO/UN will be an advantage.
  • Good user of MS Office package (preferably Excel and Word)

Key Competencies:

  • Working knowledge of English language is desirable
  • Other UN warehousing or related training is desired
  • Clear knowledge of protection is required
  • Incumbent should have good understanding of diversity and inclusion.

Language Requirements:

  • Working knowledge of English language is mandatory.
  • Knowledge of local Language is desirable.

Application Closing Date
29th December 2021 at 11:59 pm

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

  • A written test may be conducted for this position which will be followed by a competency-based interview.
  • Applicants must be nationals of, and be locally recruited within the country of their employment.
  • Please note that UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, travelling, processing, training or any other fees).

 


2.) Senior Warehouse Assistant

 

Job ID: 32524
Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Hardship Level: E
Family Location Type: Non-Family

General Background

  • The issue of insurgency by The Boko Haram armed opposition started since 2009 and Maiduguri happened to be the epic center of the armed conflict. The armed conflict later spread to all the twenty-seven (27) Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Borno State, North East Nigeria.
  • The conflict took an international dimension as it spread to the neighboring countries of Cameroun, Niger and Chad, resulting in the displacement of millions of people across all four frontiers.
  • The Armed Opposition Group (AOG) has been killing people in both rural and urban Centers in their quest to form Islamic State in the North East Nigeria. Social services and amenities have been destroyed and now non-existent. Agricultural activities which used to be source of food security and livelihoods among the rural communities of the North East are no longer in existent.

Purpose and Scope of Assignment
Warehouse and Inventory Management:

  • Maintain documentations and online transactions related to warehousing and inventory management in coordination with partner (Stock/Bin Cards, Waybills, GRNs, MSRs, Weekly/Monthly reports, Reconciliation, Verification Reports, global insurance applications forms, etc.).
  • Circulates weekly and monthly updates of stock and pipeline reports with stakeholders.
  • Review security clearance information related to convoys for transport of relief items to conflict areas.
  • Focal point for regular trackers for shipments destined to Maiduguri airport, released stocks and partner requests.
  • Participate in periodical physical verifications of inventories and assets to meet mandatory reporting requirements.
  • Manage truck(s) requests in consultation with the Supply Officer.
  • Prepare Waybill(s) and keep records of dispatch of all trucks to the field and other locations.
  • Prepare transport matrix for UNHCR trucks with Transport FA Holders in SO Maiduguri.
  • Review and analyse the monthly Truck (s) utilization report from the FA Holders.
  • Prepare Transport Request forms for CRIs other items from the Warehouse.
  • Coordinate CRIs movements to the camps locations by Transport FA Holders in Maiduguri operation.


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Procurement:

  • Assist Supply Associate to prepare RFP/ITB and RFQs when required.
  • Assist Supply Associate in preparation of procurement plans from budget holders at Sub Office Maiduguri when required.
  • Facilitates issuance of official letters to different departments for customs related formalities of imported operational shipments.

Asset/ Fleet Management:

  • Assist the Fleet Manager to create GS46 for the vehicles which involved in the road accidents.
  • Assist the Fleet Manager to create GS45 for disposal and retirement of Assets (Vehicles, Motorcycles and Generators) on MSRP.
  • Preparation and submission for signature of all Right of use Agreements (RoUA) and Transfer of Ownership (ToO) for all UNHCR assets under Partners.
  •  Assist the Fleet Manager to carry out Periodic Asset (Vehicles, Motorcycles and Generators) verification exercises within Maiduguri refugee operational area.
  • Carry out Periodic Asset (other PPEs and STIs) verification exercises within Maiduguri refugee operational area.
  • Receive new assets (other assets and STIs and work on distribution plan with Programme/Admin).

Filing:

  • Keep posting relevant Asset/transportation reports on common drive.
  • Maintain accurate and comprehensive records on Assets (other PPEs and STIs) management and transport management.

Monitoring and Progress Controls:

  • Manage the archiving system with proper labels while maintaining an accurate inventory through cycle/directed counting.
  • Prepare weekly and monthly warehouse report to be shared with the Supply Officer in Maiduguri or as may be directed.
  • Assist in developing Standard Operating Manual for the warehouse and ensure there is always a system in place to be followed.

Qualifications and Experience
Education:

  • 2 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 1-year relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher.

Work Experience:

  • Knowledge of Business Administration, Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Commerce or other relevant field will be an added advantage.
  • Experience in warehousing in the humanitarian context with INGO/UN will be an advantage.
  • Good user of MS Office package (preferably Excel and Word).

Position Competencies:

  • Working knowledge of English language is desirable.
  • Other UN warehousing or related training is desired.
  • Clear knowledge of protection is required.
  • Incumbent should have good understanding of diversity and inclusion.

Application Closing Date
29th December 2021 at 11:59 pm

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

  • A written test may be conducted for this position which will be followed by a competency-based interview.
  • Applicants must be nationals of, and be locally recruited within the country of their employment.
  • Please note that UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, travelling, processing, training or any other fees).

 


3.) GBV Officer

 

Job ID: 32627
Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Salary Grade: P3
Hardship Level: E
Family Location Type: Non-Family


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Organizational Setting and Work Relationships

  • The GBV Officer is a member of the Protection Team in a Regional Bureau or a Country Office and normally reports to the Senior GBV Officer or the Senior Community-Based Protection Officer or the Senior Protection Officer or the Head of Sub-Office or the Assistant Representative for protection. In smaller offices, the post may report directly to the Representative.
  • The GBV Officer supports the operations¿ efforts to fulfil UNHCR¿s mandate and associated obligations on GBV prevention, risk mitigation and response based on policy and guidance.
  • S/he collaborates closely with the UNHCR management and the Protection team in the country and strengthens working relations with other agencies involved in GBV prevention, risk mitigation and response.
  • The incumbent will maintain a close working relationship with the Bureau and the Division of International Protection for system-wide coherence.
  • All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks.
  • In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

Duties
Implementation of UNHCR's Global Policies and Standards:

  • Support and facilitate the effective and timely development, implementation and monitoring of a clear and coherent multi-year and multi-sectoral GBV strategy as part of the operation¿s broader Protection and Solutions Strategy, coordinate timely reporting on progress including the documentation of promising practices.
  • Participate in the promotion of compliance with UNHCR¿s GBV policy, priorities and commitments (aligned with polices on age, gender, diversity (AGD) and accountability to affected populations (AAP), Child protection, gender equality, disability and youth empowerment.
  • For functions at regional level, support the harmonization of GBV strategies in the region and alignment with global policies and commitments, support exchange of expertise and practices in the region and provide a regional level analysis of trends as well as aggregated reporting on GBV.
  • Provide technical guidance on integration of the survivor-centred approach into PSEA complaints mechanisms and enhance access of SEA survivors to existing GBV services

Planning / Programming:

  • Support the development and implementation of programming for specialized GBV prevention and response based on needs, risks and capacity assessments at the onset of an emergency and throughout all phases of displacement.
  • Participate in conducting, consolidating and reporting on GBV assessments including gender equality components at least once per year, linked to annual planning processes and participatory assessments and sharing strategic trends analyses.
  • Contribute to planning processes and advocate for adequate resource (re)allocation and mobilization.
  • Support cross-cutting programs and technical sectors to mainstream gender and to program for mitigation of GBV risks in their specific technical areas, and report on progress.
  • Capacity Development, Technical Support and Coordination:
  • Provide technical guidance and support field colleagues to operationalise and comply with UNHCR¿s corporate GBV policy, priorities and commitments (aligned with policies on AGD and AAP, Child protection, disability, youth empowerment and gender equality).
  • Support operational capacity development efforts and provide technical support on gender and GBV mainstreaming.
  • Under the guidance of the Senior Protection Officer, support and facilitate the establishment of and ensure the functioning of GBV coordination mechanisms with all relevant stakeholders.
  • Facilitate and strengthen the development and implementation of GBV Standard Operating Procedures for all sites that enable all survivors to access, at a minimum, appropriate health, psychosocial, security and safety, and legal support.
  • Support and build capacity and systems for individual GBV case management for survivors and persons at-risk of GBV.
  • Ensure safe and ethical GBV data collection and reporting is functioning and regular reporting is done on GBV, including through PRIMES and protection monitoring processes. Promote the use of the GBV module of PRIMES or another GBV information management system that provides for safe and ethical data collection and analysis. Where applicable, support reporting under the Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Arrangements on conflict-related sexual violence (MARA).

Partnerships:

  • Strengthen UNHCR¿s collaboration with host governments to develop national services in order to expand safe access for Persons of concern to services that prevent, mitigate, and respond to GBV.
  • Support the capacity development of staff, partners and other stakeholders to address GBV and to promote gender equality and the empowerment of displaced women and girls.
  • Strengthen partnerships including with UN agencies, governments, civil society and with displaced and host communities, to prevent, mitigate, and respond to GBV, to promote gender equality and to ensure age and gender-informed protection and solution programs.
  • Support that community-based approaches are applied in GBV programming and communities considered as key stakeholders.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications
Years of Experience / Degree Level:

  • For P3/NOC - 6 years relevant experience with Undergraduate Degree; or 5 years relevant experience with Graduate Degree; or 4 years relevant experience with Doctorate Degree.
  • Certificates and/or Licenses: Not specified.

Field(s) of Education:

  • Human Rights, Social Anthropology, Social Work, Law, International Development, Social Sciences, or other relevant field.

Relevant Job Experience:
Essential:

  • 6 years of previous work experience relevant to the function of GBV in an international context, of which two years in the field and having experience in the field of GBV prevention, mitigation and response, broader protection or social work involving empowerment of women and girls, gender, child protection, mental health, counselling and working with survivors, humanitarian and development issues.
  • Applied experience in survivor-centred approach, GBV guiding and Case management principles related to GBV programs. Demonstrated knowledge in gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls and apply, promote and integrate gender analysis into humanitarian programming. Demonstrated knowledge of and implementation of multi-sectorial responses to GBV and support to other sectors to mainstream GBV prevention, risk mitigation and response.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and application of GBV prevention theory and appropriate GBV prevention and behaviour change strategies at different stages of the humanitarian response.
  • Knowledge and demonstrated use of GBV tools and Guidance.

Desirable:

  • Demonstrated understanding of critical issues around GBV data and knowledge of safe and ethical data collection and analysis, and conducting assessments. Demonstrated knowledge of engagement with GBV Interagency humanitarian architecture.
  • Knowledge and experience of participatory approaches to engaging with and mobilizing communities Good understanding of displacement and protection issues including, child protection, education and the application of the Age, Gender and Diversity Policy.
  • Completion of UNHCR learning programmes or specific training relevant to functions of position such as: Protection Learning Programme, Operations Management Learning Programme, Middle Management Learning Programme, GBV and Gender Equality.
  • Experience in a humanitarian context.

Functional Skills:

  • PR-Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD)
  • TR-Training - Virtual and face to face
  • PR-Gender Based Violence (GBV) Coordination
  • PR-Gender Based Violence (GBV) Capacity development and training
  • PR-Gender Based Violence (GBV) prevention programming
  • PR-Gender Based Violence (GBV) risk mitigation
  • PR-Gender Based Violence (GBV) response programming
  • (Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Language Requirements:

  • For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
  • For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
  • For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.


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Position Competencies:

  • C001L3 - Accountability Level 3
  • C002L3 - Teamwork & Collaboration Level 3
  • C003L3 - Communication Level 3
  • C004L3 - Commitment to Continuous Learning Level 3
  • C005L3 - Client & Result Orientation Level 3
  • C006L3 - Organizational Awareness Level 3
  • M004L3 - Strategic Planning and Vision Level 3
  • M005L3 - Leadership Level 3
  • X001L3 - Analytical Thinking Level 3
  • X004L3 - Negotiation and Conflict Resolution Level 3
  • X007L3 - Political Awareness Level 3
  • X008L3 - Stakeholder Management Level 3

Additional Information:

  • All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination, and abuse of power.
  • As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.
  • This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.
  • The UNHCR workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. UNHCR seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
  • Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.

Application Closing Date
Wednesday, 12th January 2022.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

  • Before submitting an application, UNHCR staff members intending to apply to this Job Opening are requested to consult the Recruitment and Assignments Policy (RAP, UNHCR/HCP/2017/2 and the Recruitment and Assignments Administrative Instruction (RAAI), UNHCR/AI/2017/7 OF 15 August 2017.
  • Please note that UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, travelling, processing, training or any other fees).

 


4.) Cash Based Intervention Associate

 

Job ID: 32381
Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Salary Grade: G6
Hardship Level: E
Family Location Type: Non-Family

Organizational Setting and Work Relationships

  • The CBI (Cash-Based Interventions) Associate is supervised by a professional staff member who provides the incumbent with general guidance and workplans. The incumbent works quite independently with an oversight from the supervisor and may directly supervise some support staff.
  • Contacts are mainly with the colleagues in the same duty station to exchange information and to discuss the work plans. External contacts are with the national and local authorities for gathering and exchange of data.
  • All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description.
  • They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

Duties

  • Manage the use, maintenance and technical support of databases used in the cash-based interventions.
  • Generate statistical reports based on the standard reporting formats and ad-hoc reports, charts and tables as required by the management.
  • Prepare and administer accurate lists of beneficiaries for the regular assistance through bank ATM/IRIS system in line with the procedures established by the office.
  • Assist in developing and administering UNHCR Regular CBI database.
  • Assist in the monthly reconciliation and refund process for the cash assistance project.
  • Assist in preparing detailed reports and breakdown of the cash assistance provided to the refugees.
  • Cross-check databases to ensure that all beneficiaries are active cases.
  • Keep cash lists updated and free of duplications and ensure delivery of cash assistance to beneficiaries in a timely manner.
  • Maintain relationships with partners to facilitate the flow of information between databases,
  • Assist with the training of internal staff and partners on how to use the database,
  • Execute best practice in data protection standards and help to positively influence others,
  • Troubleshoot issues with the database and work with internal teams to provide technical fixes,
  • Inform and act on the reports and messages that are received from various units on different vulnerable cases in respect to financial assistance.
  • Support in the co-ordination with different partners and focal points on lists of beneficiaries reflecting situation of cash assistance.
  • Undertake missions and field visits to bank service provider to monitor the cash project.
  • Represent UNHCR at the cash-assistance related meetings.
  • Liaise with internal stakeholders and partners.
  • Develop improvements to the database and related workflows.
  • Direct incidents and problems to the supervisor when they cannot be resolved at their level.
  • Perform other related duties as required.


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Minimum Qualifications
Years of Experience / Degree Level:

  • For G6 - 3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher.
  • Field(s) of Education: Not applicable.

Certificates and/or Licenses:

  • Information Technology, Database Management, Computer Science
  • (Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Relevant Job Experience:

Essential:

  • Previous data management experience, preferable in CBI context.
  • Excellent knowledge of computer software and database applications. Experience in Microsoft SQL Server (2005 or later).

Desirable:

  • Knowledge of UNHCR programmes and activities.
  • Experience in cash-based interventions, particularly in a refugee response context. Working experience in C# and ASP.net. Working experience with statistical software such as R, Python, Stata etc.

Functional Skills:

  • IT-Computer Literacy
  • DM-Database Management
  • EC-Statistical and modelling software
  • IT-Microsoft Server Technology
  • CB-Cash-based Programming/Managing/Planning
  • (Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Language Requirements:

  • For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
  • For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
  • For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.
  • Please also note that English is essential for this Job Opening.
  • Hausa Language is desirable for this job opening.

Core Competencies:

  • Accountability
  • Communication
  • Organizational Awareness
  • Teamwork & Collaboration
  • Commitment to Continuous Learning
  • Client & Result Orientation

Cross-Functional Competencies

  • Analytical Thinking
  • Technological Awareness
  • Planning and Organizing

Below additional skills are desirable:

  • Knowledge of UNHCR Registration
  • Procedures/proGres V4
  • Knowledge of UNHCR CashAssist
  • Knowledge of Kobo Tool box

Additional Information:

  • All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power.
  • As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.
  • This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.

Application Closing Date
30th December, 2021 at 11:59 pm.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

  • A written test may be conducted for this position which will be followed by a competency-based interview.
  • Please note that UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, travelling, processing, training or any other fees).

 


5.) Field Security Associate (Adamawa)

 

Job ID: 32374
Location: Yola, Adamawa
Salary Grade: G6
Hardship Level: D
Family Location Type: Non-Family

Organizational Setting and Work Relationships

  • The Field Security Associate provides support to all security related aspects of field operations including Staff, premises and asset security.
  • The incumbent is supervised by a Senior Officer (FSA or Head of Office) who defines general work objectives and provides necessary advice and guidance.
  • The incumbent maintains regular contact on a working level on routine issues with other UNHCR staff members, UN agencies, NGOs, implementing partners and Host Government Security authorities (HGS) in the area to facilitate the operation.
  • The duty of the incumbent is to support and monitor the management of security issues.
  • All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description.
  • They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.


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Duties

  • Provide assistance to the supervisor in evaluating the level of risk and assessing the existing security measures for the UNHCR staff, operations, premises, partners and persons of concern.
  • Conduct regular security assessment missions to the field as required in coordination with UNDSS/other agencies; gather and analyse information about the security situation during field missions.
  • Be aware of security protocols and procedures in place in accordance with the UNSMS policies, UNHCR Policies and the, Security Risk Management process for the designated area
  • Conduct checks for compliance and advise management on any deficiencies.
  • Monitor the physical security of UNHCR premises and reports on deficiencies.
  • Monitor and supervise the guard force In accordance with relevant UNSMS policies and guidance.
  • Assist UNHCR Protection Colleagues in efforts to ensure the physical protection and security of refugees and other persons of concern.
  • Provide support during implementation of security-related projects.
  • Assist in the monitoring, updating and reporting of security-related events.
  • Assist in the processing of administrative security issues.
  • Maintain relations and cooperation with UN security management system actors, local law enforcement agencies, civil authorities and other relevant agencies.
  • Provide security briefings and training to UNHCR staff, and as appropriate partner staff, on relevant security risk management processes  and measures for the country concerned to include security situation updates, , the warden system, communication notification and reporting procedures, travel planning  procedures road air and  fire safety.
  • Respond to staff queries on security issues and provide immediate assistance as required.
  • Provide security-related advice to the manager and other staff.
  • Maintain liaison and build relationships with Host Government Security Forces and security counterparts.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Education & Professional Work Experience
Years of Experience / Degree Level:

  • For G6 - 3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher.
  • Field(s) of Education: Not applicable

Certificates and/or Licenses:

  • Security and Safety
  • (Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Relevant Job Experience:

  • Essential: Not specified
  • Desirable: High level of knowledge in the security field

Functional Skills

  • IT-Computer Literacy
  • FS-Field Security Operations
  • FS-Security Analysis
  • CO-Cross-cultural communication

Language Requirements:

  • For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
  • For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
  • For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.
  • English Language is essential for this Job Opening.
  • Hausa Language is Desirable for this Job Opening

Core Competencies:

  • Accountability
  • Communication
  • Organizational Awareness
  • Teamwork & Collaboration
  • Commitment to Continuous Learning
  • Client & Result Orientation

Managerial Competencies:

  • Empowering and Building Trust
  • Judgement and Decision Making

Cross-Functional Competencies:

  • Analytical Thinking
  • Political Awareness
  • Change Capability and Adaptability

Additional Information:

  • All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power.
  • As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.
  • This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.


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Application Closing Date
30th December, 2021 at 11:59 pm.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

  • A written test may be conducted for this position which will be followed by a competency-based interview.
  • Please note that UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, travelling, processing, training or any other fees).

 


6.) Senior Supply Assistant

 

Job ID: 32286
Location: Ogoja, Cross River
Salary Grade: G5
Hardship Level: D
Family Location Type: Family

Organizational Setting and Work Relationships

  • The Senior Supply Assistant provides supply support to all activities pertaining to the supply chain function including planning, sourcing & procurement, transport, shipping, customs clearance, warehousing, assets & fleet management and monitoring within the area of responsibility (AoR).
  • The incumbent is supervised by a higher level supply position and receives regular guidance and instructions from the supervisor on successive steps.
  • S/he works independently on routine tasks while follows instructions of the supervisor on more complex issues. The incumbent may have contacts on a working level on specific issues with other UNHCR offices, UN agencies, NGOs, government partners and commercial contractors in the area to facilitate performing the supply function.
  • The duty of the incumbent is to support the management of material resources within the geographical area covered while exercising efficiency in the use of those resources.
  • All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks.
  • In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

Duties

  • In compliance with supply chain rules and procedures, support the related supply activities to facilitate UNHCR end to end processes resulting in a timely and quality delivery of goods and services to persons of concern.
  • Apply UNHCR's sourcing & procurement strategy when planning for purchase of important commodities and services.
  • Initiate custom clearance of consignments, draft exemption requests, and liaise with local agents.
  • Support warehouse management, and assist with planning of goods & services deliveries, and provide information on the status of requests and the availability of items in the supply chain.
  • Maintain accurate and comprehensive records on supply activities and provide reports and updates periodically, and on request.
  • Examine purchase requests to ensure conformity and liaise with requesters.
  • Prepare quotation requests and tenders, produce bid-tabulations from tenders and prepare Purchase Orders for approval.
  • Dispatch approved Purchase Orders, and follow-up with the delivery of ordered commodities and services.
  • Provide information on all procurement activities within the AoR.
  • Produce standard asset management reports and other asset information, periodically and when requested.
  • Maintain accurate data in all relevant business systems. Compile statistical information on supply chain related matters that will assist in decision making.


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In the Regional Bureaux:

  • Track global Supply KPIs for the region and assist in preparation of regional ones, as required.
  • Monitor all periodic Supply exercises such as monthly reconciliations, quarterly physical inventory exercises, and year-end accounts closure procedures and provide relevant reports to senior managers.
  • Assist Country Operations in MSRP management.

In the Country Operations:

  • Ensure local liaison to effectively support the supply activities.
  • Assist in the management of the storage of goods according to "best practices" and UNHCR rules and regulations;
  • Assist in managing Property, Plant and Equipment (PPE) effectively according to UNHCR rules and regulation, including registration and marking of new PPE, physical verification of PPE, preparation of agreements and disposal forms (including submissions to LAMB/AMB), and assistance with disposal of PPE.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications
Education & Professional Work Experience:

  • For G5, 2 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 1 year relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher.

Functional Skills:

  • IT-Computer Literacy
  • SC-PeopleSoft Supply Chain Management
  • SC-Supply Planning
  • SC-Customs clearance
  • SC-Logistics
  • SC-Warehouse Management
  • SC-Asset Management
  • SC-Fleet Management.

Language Requirements:

  • For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
  • For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
  • For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.

Application Closing Date
11:59 PM: 26th December, 2021.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

  • This position is advertised open to Group 1, Group 2, if applicable,  and external applicants.
  • Interested applicants should consult the Administrative Instruction on Recruitment and Assignment of Locally Recruited Staff (RALS).
  • Applicants must be nationals of, and be locally recruited within the country of their employment.
  • All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power.
  • As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.
  • This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.
  • Please note that UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, travelling, processing, training or any other fees).
  • A written test may be conducted for this position which will be followed by a competency-based interview.

 


7.) Project Control Associate

 

Job ID: 32285
Location: Ogoja, Cross River
Salary Grade: G6
Hardship Level: D
Family Location Type: Family

Organizational Setting and Work Relationships

  • The primary functions of project control are to complement programme management and provide support for oversight of projects including the formulation of a monitoring plan, quality assurance, and verification.
  • Other activities of project control include: review of project agreements, project audit, monitoring that there is synchrony between financial and operational performance, participation in multi-functional monitoring activities and reviews, tracking project risk management, and supporting project closure.
  • It is essential to maintain segregation of duties between project control and programme functions for effective accountability and oversight. Where there is no Project Control Officer, General Service staff performing project control functions should report directly to the Head of Office.
  • The Project Control Associate receives general guidance and work plans from the supervisor. They work independently on regular assignments under the supervision of the Project Control Officer or to the same management level as programme.
  • The incumbent may supervise other general service staff.
  • Project Control staff play a very important role in maintaining harmonious and effective partnerships, and often interact with implementing partners.
  • As a result, incumbents need to be very mindful of all dimensions of partnerships in their interaction with partners (in accordance with the Principles of Partnership, the Code of Conduct and other relevant documents).
  • All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks.
  • In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

Duties

  • Contribute to reviewing the internal control systems of implementing partners.
  • Contribute to reviewing that IP agreements are in conformity with Country Operation Plans and UNHCR¿s rules, policies and procedures.
  • Monitor that a complete record is maintained for all projects.
  • Contribute to reviewing, analysing and verifying Financial and Performance Implementing Partner Reports (Part I-IPFR and Part II-IPR), and to checking accuracy and consistency between IPFR and IPR, in accordance with project agreements.
  • Ensure that the funds obligated under an IP agreement permit the payment of the next instalment or a disbursement, confirming the status of instalments already paid.
  • Support timely project closure in coordination with the programme unit.
  • Bring to the attention of supervisors and programme officers any significant variances at the office level in: budget execution, percentage of project execution, time schedule, and quality of projects against specifications or terms and conditions.
  • Maintain professional relationships with implementing partners.
  • Keep up to date with all UNHCR rules, regulations and procedures necessary to perform these duties.
  • Escalate IP issues to supervisors.
  • Recommend acceptance or non-acceptance of IPRs and payment of instalments.
  • Contact implementing partners for project related matters.
  • Have unlimited access to financial and operational records relating to projects.
  • Perform other related duties as required.


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Education & Professional Work Experience
Years of Experience / Degree Level

  • For G6 - 3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher.
  • Field(s) of Education: Not applicable.

Certificates and/or Licenses:

  • Accounting;
  • Auditing;
  • Business Administration;
  • Finance;
  • Project Management;
  • (Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Functional Skills:

  • FI-Financial Accrual Accounting under internationally accepted standards (IFRS,IPSAS,etc)
  • FI-Financial auditing
  • MG-Project Management
  • PM-Project Assurance
  • RM-Risk Management
  • IT-ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) Functional Knowledge
  • IT-Microsoft Office Productivity Software
  • IT-Computer Literacy
  • (Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Language Requirements:

  • For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
  • For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
  • For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.

Language Requirements:

  • Please also note that English is essential for this Job Opening.
  • Knowledge of local Language is highly recommended.

Eligible Applicants:

  • This position is advertised open to Group 1, Group 2, if applicable, and external applicants.

Procedures and Eligibility:

  • Interested applicants should consult the Administrative Instruction on Recruitment and Assignment of Locally Recruited Staff (RALS).
  • Applicants must be nationals of, and be locally recruited within the country of their employment.

Additional Information:

  • All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power.
  • As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.
  • This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.

Application Closing Date
26th December, 2021 at 11:59 pm.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

  • Please note that UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, travelling, processing, training or any other fees).
  • A written test may be conducted for this position which will be followed by a competency-based interview.

 


8.) Field Security Associate (Taraba)

 

Job ID: 32265
Location: Takum, Taraba
Salary Grade: G6
Hardship Level: D
Family Location Type: Non-Family

Organizational Setting and Work Relationships

  • The Field Security Associate provides support to all security related aspects of field operations including Staff, premises and asset security.
  • The incumbent is supervised by a Senior Officer (FSA or Head of Office) who defines general work objectives and provides necessary advice and guidance. The incumbent maintains regular contact on a working level on routine issues with other UNHCR staff members, UN agencies, NGOs, implementing partners and Host Government Security authorities (HGS) in the area to facilitate the operation.
  • The duty of the incumbent is to support and monitor the management of security issues.
  • All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks.
  • In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR's core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

Operational Context

  • The Field Security Associate reporting directly to the Head of Field Office will head the field security unit at the office.
  • The incumbent therefore should have well demonstrated security data analysis and reporting skills.
  • The incumbent should also have corresponding field experience to coordinate with respective Federal and State Government security apparatus in the area and subsequently provide guidance to the guard force at the Field Office.
  • Share with staff security -related information in the area and ensure compliance to UNSMIS policies.
  • The Field Security Associate should advise security procedures and processes in the operation to enable senior management to make respective informed decisions. Experience in staff development activities to coach and direct staff to applicable learning resources.
  • Arranging police escorts for staff missions to locations classified as hazardous. Liaison with the Field Security Advisor at the Sub Office Ogoja for guidance as well as sharing/ exchanging information with respective colleagues in similar operational context to standardize responses to similar challenges.
  • He/she should possess good communication and interpersonal skills as well as solid knowledge of the Security Management Rules and Regulations and related corporate tools. Candidate should work closely with other UN Agencies in the area and be innovative to find solutions.
  • Duty of Care is critical in high-risk duty stations therefore the Field Security Associate should have experience to collaborate with UN medical teams and Staff welfare to support staff. Knowledge and experience working in high-risk duty station is an asset.
  • The security situation in Takum is characterized by petty crimes, kidnapping for ransom and as recently as mid-November this year, suspected Ambazonian fighters crossed over from Cameroon attacking a border area that led to the death of eleven people including a traditional ruler.
  • The security situation continues to be unstable, volatile, and indeed unpredictable. The status quo is expected to continue in 2022.


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Duties

  • Provide assistance to the supervisor in evaluating the level of risk and assessing the existing security measures for the UNHCR staff, operations, premises, partners and persons of concern.
  • Conduct regular security assessment missions to the field as required in coordination with UNDSS/other agencies; gather and analyse information about the security situation during field missions.
  • Be aware of security protocols and procedures in place in accordance with the UNSMS policies, UNHCR Policies and the, Security Risk Management process for the designated area ;
  • Conduct checks for compliance and advise management on any deficiencies.
  • Monitor the physical security of UNHCR premises and reports on deficiencies.
  • Monitor and supervise the guard force In accordance with relevant UNSMS policies and guidance.
  • Assist UNHCR Protection Colleagues in efforts to ensure the physical protection and security of refugees and other persons of concern.
  • Provide support during implementation of security-related projects.
  • Assist in the monitoring, updating and reporting of security-related events.
  • Assist in the processing of administrative security issues.
  • Maintain relations and cooperation with UN security management system actors, local law enforcement agencies, civil authorities and other relevant agencies.
  • Provide security briefings and training to UNHCR staff, and as appropriate partner staff, on relevant security risk management processes  and measures for the country concerned to include security situation updates, , the warden system, communication notification and reporting procedures, travel planning  procedures road air and  fire safety.
  • Respond to staff queries on security issues and provide immediate assistance as required.
  • Provide security-related advice to the manager and other staff.
  • Maintain liaison and build relationships with Host Government Security Forces and security counterparts.
  • Perform other related duties as required.


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Education & Professional Work Experience
Years of Experience / Degree Level:

  • For G6 - 3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher.

Certificates and / or Licenses:

  • Security and Safety
  • (Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Relevant Job Experience:
Essential:

  • Not Specified.

Desirable:

  • High level of knowledge in the security field.

Functional Skills:

  • IT-Computer Literacy
  • FS-Field Security Operations
  • FS-Security Analysis
  • CO-Cross-cultural communication
  • (Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Language Requirements

  • For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
  • For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
  • For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.
  • Please also note that English is essential for this Job Opening.
  • Knowledge of local Language is desirable.

Position Competencies:

  • Competencies as defined in Job Profile.

Working Enviroment

  • All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power.
  • As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.
  • This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.

Application Closing Date
26th December, 2021 at 11:59 pm.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 


9.) Assistant Protection Officer

 

Job ID: 32263
Location: Calabar, Cross River
Salary Grade: NA
Hardship Level: C
Family Location Type: Family


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Duties and Qualifications

  • The Assistant Protection Officer reports to the Protection Officer or the Senior Protection Officer. Depending on the size and structure of the Office, the incumbent may have supervisory responsibility for protection staff including community-based protection, registration, resettlement and education.
  • S / he provides functional protection guidance to information management and programme staff on all protection / legal matters and accountabilities. These include: statelessness (in line with the campaign to End Statelessness by 2024),  Global Compact on Refugees (GCR) commitments, age, gender, diversity (AGD) and accountability to affected populations (AAP) through community-based protection, Child protection, Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention and response, gender equality, disability inclusion, youth empowerment, psycho-social support  and PSEA, registration, asylum / refugee status determination, resettlement, local integration, voluntary repatriation, human rights standards integration, national legislation, judicial engagement, predictable and decisive engagement in situations of internal displacement and engagement in wider mixed movement and climate change / disaster-related displacement responses.
  • S/he supervises protection standards, operational procedures and practices in protection delivery in line with international standards.
  • The Assistant Protection Officer is expected to coordinate quality, timely and effective protection responses to the needs of populations of concern (PoC), ensuring that operational responses in all sectors mainstream protection methodologies and integrate protection safeguards.
  • The incumbent contributes to the design of a comprehensive protection strategy and represents the Organization externally on protection doctrine and policy as guided by the supervisor.
  • S / he also ensures that PoC are meaningfully engaged in the decisions that affect them and support programme design and adaptations that are influenced by the concerns, priorities and capacities of them.
  • To achieve this, the incumbent will need to build and maintain effective interfaces with communities of concern, authorities, protection and assistance partners as well as a broader network of stakeholders who can contribute to enhancing protection.
  • All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks.
  • In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR's core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.


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Duties

  • Stay abreast of political, social, economic and cultural developments that have an impact on the protection environment.
  • Consistently apply International and National Law and applicable UN/UNHCR and IASC policy, standards and codes of conduct.
  • Assist in providing comments on existing and draft legislation related to PoC.
  • Provide legal advice and guidance on protection issues to PoC; liaise with competent authorities to ensure the issuance of personal and other relevant documentation.
  • Conduct eligibility and status determination for PoC in compliance with UNHCR procedural standards and international protection principles.
  • Promote and contribute to measures to identify, prevent and reduce statelessness.
  • Contribute to a country-level child protection plan as part of the protection strategy.
  • Contribute to a country-level education plan as part of the protection strategy.
  • Provide inputs for the development of protection policies and standards within the AoR.
  • Implement and monitor Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all protection/solutions activities.
  • Manage individual protection cases including those on GBV and child protection. Monitor, and intervene in cases of refoulement, expulsion and other protection incidents.
  • Recommend durable solutions for the largest possible number of PoC through voluntary repatriation, local integration and where appropriate, resettlement.
  • Assess resettlement needs and apply priorities for the resettlement of individuals and groups of refugees and other PoC.
  • Contribute to the design, implementation and evaluation of protection related AGD based programming with implementing and operational partners.
  • Contribute to and facilitate a programme of results-based advocacy with sectorial and/or cluster partners.
  • Contribute to and facilitate effective information management through the provision of disaggregated data on populations of concern and their problems.
  • Assist capacity-building initiatives for communities and individuals to assert their rights.
  • Participate in initiatives to capacitate authorities, relevant institutions and NGOs to strengthen national protection related legislation and procedures.
  • Intervene with authorities on protection issues.
  • Assist the supervisor in deciding priorities for reception, interviewing and counselling for groups or individuals.
  • Assist the supervisor in enforcing compliance of staff and implementing partners with global protection policies and standards of professional integrity in the delivery of protection services.
  • Enforce compliance with, and integrity of, all protection standard operating procedures.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications
Years of Experience / Degree Level

  • For P1/NOA - 1 year relevant experience with Undergraduate degree; or no experience with Graduate degree; or no experience with Doctorate degree


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Field(s) of Education:

  • Law, International Law, Political Sciences or other relevant field.
    (Field(s) of Education marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Relevant Job Experience:
Essential:

  • Knowledge of International Refugee and Human Rights Law and ability to apply the relevant legal principles

Desirable:

  • Completion of the Protection Learning Programme, RSD- Resettlement Learning Programme.

Functional Skills:

  • *PR-Protection-related guidelines, standards and indicators
  • *PR-Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD)
  • MG-Project Management
  • PR-Human Rights Doctrine / Standards
  • PR-International Humanitarian Law
  • PR-Assessment of IDPs Status, Rights, Obligation
  • PR-Climate change and disaster related displacement
  • CO-Drafting and Documentation
  • PR-Gender Based Violence (GBV) Coordination

(Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Eligible Applicants:

  • This Job Opening is available to eligible UNHCR staff members and external applicants.

Procedures and Eligibility:

  • Interested applicants should consult the Administrative Instruction on Recruitment and Assignment of Locally Recruited Staff (RALS).
  • Applicants must be nationals of, and be locally recruited within  the country of their employment.

Language Requirements:

  • For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
  • For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
  • For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.


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Language Requirements

  • Please also note that English is essential for this Job Opening.
  • Knowledge of local Language is highly recommended.

Position Competencies:

  • Competencies as defined in Job Profile.

Additional Information:

  • All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power.
  • As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.
  • This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.

Application Closing Date
26th December, 2021. at 11:59 pm.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

  • Please note that UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, travelling, processing, training or any other fees).
  • A written test may be conducted for this position which will be followed by a competency-based interview.

 


 


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