Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)A (least hardship)
Family Type (not applicable for home-based)
Family
Staff Member / Affiliate TypeUNOPS LICA4
Target Start Date2023-12-25
Job Posting End DateDecember 14, 2023
Terms of ReferenceAt least 1 year of experience in External Relations, preferably in international organization.
Experience in preparing successful proposals for complex project with middle and large budgets
Strong writing and speaking skills in English
Experience of organizing field visits, bilateral meeting and of ensuring visibility for large institutional donors, such as Japan, EU, Canada, USA
Direct experience in refugee, mixed movements, and development settings.
Person interested in applying for this position should be legally present in the country at the time of application, recruitment, and appointment.
Please note that this position is offered under a six-month Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA / UNOPS). Extension is subject to operational needs, budget and performance.
Only short-listed candidates will be notified and might be requested to sit a test. No late applications will be accepted.
Recruitment as a UNHCR staff member is subject to proof of vaccination against Covid-19.
The evaluation of applicants will be conducted based on the information submitted during the application. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.
UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees).
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. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.
Standard Job Description External Relations Assistant Organizational Setting and Work Relationships The External Relations Assistant normally functions under the direct supervision of a (Snr) External Relations Officer or another professional staff depending on staffing structure of the Office. The incumbent assists in the management of external relations activities of the Office. Under the supervision of the manager, s/he provides support in organising visits of UNHCR senior management, foreign delegations, donors, press and media by contributing to the drafting of briefings and reports/materials for external partners. S/he may also receive advice and operational support from the External Relations/Public Information Units at the Country Office /HQ. 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 - Support the drafting of briefing notes, bulletins, reports, newsletters and prepare any other public information material, as required. - Facilitate and accompany visits of foreign delegations, partner NGOs, donors and the media to refugee camps. - Assist in the drafting and translation of routine correspondence and texts. - Ensure that public information materials including fact sheets, information brochures, briefing materials from the Branch Office, etc. are available. - Support the organization of events (e.g. World Refugee Day) and liaise with partners, refugees and local communities on implementation. - May be required to assist in compilation of weekly, monthly, annual/quarterly thematic reports, situations reports etc. - Perform other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Education & Professional Work Experience Years of Experience / Degree Level For G4 - 1 year relevant experience with High School Diploma; or Bachelor or equivalent or higher Field(s) of Education Not applicable. Certificates and/or Licenses International Relations, Journalism, Political Science, Law Media, (Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential) Relevant Job Experience Essential Not specified. Desirable Previous experience in UN/UNHCR. Completion of UNHCR learning programmes or specific training relevant to functions of position. Knowledge of another relevant UN language. HQ and Field experience with UNHCR or with other humanitarian organizations. Functional Skills IT-Computer Literacy CO-Drafting and Documentation TI-Interpretation CO-Media monitoring and analysis (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. 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.
Required Languages English
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Desired Languages Spanish
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Additional Qualifications
SkillsCO-Drafting and Documentation, CO-Media monitoring and analysis, IT-Computer Literacy, TI-Interpretation
Education
CertificationsInternational Relations - Other, Journalism - Other, Law - Other, Media - Other, Political Science - Other
Work Experience
Other informationThis position doesn't require a functional clearance