Hardship LevelH (no hardship)
Family TypeFamily
Family TypeFamily
Residential location (if applicable)
GradeGS6
Staff Member / Affiliate TypeGeneral Service
ReasonRegular > Regular Assignment
Remote work acceptedNo
Target Start Date2024-01-01
Job Posting End DateDecember 12, 2023
Standard Job Description
GBV Associate
Organizational Setting and Work Relationships
The GBV Associate supports the operations' efforts to fulfil UNHCR's mandate and associated obligations on GBV prevention, risk mitigation and response based on policy and guidance.
The GBV Associate works under direct supervision of a more senior GBV/Protection colleague who defines overall work objectives and provides regular advice and guidance. S/he will focus on strengthening GBV case management supervision as well as safe and ethical data collection and further analysis of GBV trends. The incumbent will also ensure quality prevention and risk mitigation interventions.
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. S/he promotes alignment with GBV minimum standards and respect of GBV Guiding Principles.
S/he also ensures that persons of concern, in particular women and girls, are involved with the Office in making decisions that affect them, whether in accessing their rights or in identifying appropriate solutions to their problems. To achieve this, the incumbent will need to build and maintain effective interfaces with communities of concern, local authorities and protection and assistance partners.
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
- Assist the Associate Protection Officer or Associate GBV Officer and/or the Protection Officer or GBV Officer in the preparations and holdings of the coordination meetings of the GBV sub-working group (and/or Protection Working Group) or support follow-up required within GBV sub-clusters chaired by other organizations.
- Support the development of coordination tools such as referral pathways;
- Contribute to safety audits and other relevant assessments.
- Contribute to analysis of GBV trends and gaps, including by assisting with drafting briefing notes and analytical reports.
- Contribute to support other sectors/units on GBV risk mitigation under overall guidance of Associate Protection Officer or Associate GBV Officer / Protection Officer or GBV Officer. Contribute to the design of GBV prevention, risk mitigation and response interventions.
- Support in providing technical guidance to partners and government counterparts on GBV minimum standards under overall direction of the supervisor.
- Contribute to GBV partners' monitoring by undertaking regular field visits and drafting monitoring reports; Provide inputs to donor reports;
- Provide GBV case management services for survivors at high risk and/or other complex cases (if relevant in operation) and follow-up with other units/partners as relevant;
- Ensure technical supervision of UNHCR staff providing GBV case management (including coaching and implementation of staff care strategies);
- Support GBV capacity building initiatives, including on GBV safe disclosure and referrals.
- Ensure the wishes of survivors are prioritized as per the survivor-centred approach.
- Enforce compliance with, and integrity of, all protection standard operating procedures for GBV as well as the GBV minimum standards and Guiding Principles.
- Support the identification and management of risks and seek to seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the functional area of work. Raise risks, issues and concerns to a supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(s).
- Perform other related duties as required.
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
Human rights, Social Anthropology, Social work,
Law, International Development, Social Sciences, or other relevant field.
HCR Protection Learning Prg;
HCR Gender Equality Lrng prg.
HCR Gender-Based Violence
(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)
Relevant Job Experience
Essential
3 years of previous work experience relevant to the function of GBV in a local context 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. Knowledge of GBV minimum standards, Guiding Principles and GBV case management standards.
Desirable
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.
Functional Skills
IT-Computer Literacy
PR-Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD)
PR-Gender Based Violence (GBV) Capacity development and training
PR-Gender Based Violence (GBV) prevention programming
PR-Gender Based Violence (GBV) response programming
PR-Gender Based Violence (GBV) risk mitigation
TR-Training - Virtual and face to face
(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.
Desired Candidate Profile Excellent knowledge of the Italian legal and social framework with reference to migration and forced displacement and have the ability to analyze legislation, principles and mechanisms that contribute to operationalize UNHCR Positions and Policies, especially regarding GBV and risk mitigation, are essential. Having a legal background and experience with legal matters is an asset but is not mandatory.
Work experience regarding person with specific needs is desirable. Proved experience on GBV and related fields of expertise is essential.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely. Have proved drafting and reporting skills in both Italian and English.
Have a strong sense of teamwork and collaboration, problem-solving attitude, and capacity to work independently.
Presentation/training related skills are highly desired.
Experience in project and stakeholdersโ management is preferred and considered an asset.
Very good knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); the knowledge of other programs (OneNote, Access, InfoPath) is appreciated.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Italy.
English is the official working language of UNHCR in Italy. Only applications fully completed in English will be considered.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Assessment of short-listed candidates might comprise of both an interview and a written test.
UNHCR is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from qualified candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, race, color or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. UNHCR has a ZERO TOLERANCE policy on sexual exploitation and abuse, and sexual harassment. Successful candidates will be subject to mandatory UN Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and Sexual Harassment clearance check prior to receiving an offer.
UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees).
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.
In case of any queries, please contact the Italy HR Team at itarovacancies@unhcr.org
Required languages (expected Overall ability is at least B2 level): Italian
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Desired languages
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Operational context
Occupational Safety and Health Considerations:
To view occupational safety and health considerations for this duty station, please visit this link:
https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel
Nature of Position
Italy remains one of the major points of arrival for persons of concern seeking protection to Europe, with most of them arriving by sea via the Mediterranean. As of 22 October 2023, there have been 140,856 sea arrivals since the beginning of the year, an 83% increase compared to the same period last year.
The political and institutional stalemate in Libya and growing instability in Tunisia, the two main countries of sea departures along the Central Mediterranean route, highly impacted mixed movements towards Italy. The developments in Tunisia in 2023 meant that the country replaced Libya as the primary country of departure for persons arriving in Italy. Total arrivals from Tunisia between January and July 2023 increased five-fold, while arrivals from Libya increased by 32% compared to the same period last year, more precisely 52% of sea crossings to Italy during that period departed from Tunisia (34,321 persons; 979 disembarkations), followed by 43% from Libya (27,900 persons; 227 disembarkations).
Based upon current arrival trends, it is anticipated that in 2023 Italy will continue to receive a large portion of asylum-seekers arriving in Europe by sea and expects an increase of entries into the territory through land and air.
In 2022, the population UNHCR served in Italy increased considerably, mainly due to the war in Ukraine. By 16 February 2023, 173,645 Ukrainians had arrived in Italy. Most of them were women (92,353) and children (49,444) thus changing the composition of persons we serve (PwS), presenting other risks, needs, and capacities.
In Italy, UNHCR works with the Italian government, other organizations, the host community and refugees themselves to uphold the basic human rights of people forced to flee and stateless persons, and to improve laws and national systems so that refugees and stateless persons stay safe, enjoy fundamental rights such as those of receiving documentation, education, work and other socio-economic rights. Through its staff and partners, UNHCR engages in activities aimed at ensuring protection to Persons with Specific Needs (PwSN), addressing protection risks through the Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) approach, with a particular focus on persons with specific needs, such as unaccompanied and separated children (UASC) and survivors of gender-based violence (GBV). UNHCR's delivery of protection activities is based on a community-based protection (CBP) and rights-based (RBA) approach, which aims to put PwSN at the center of all decisions affecting their lives. Based on this approach, UNHCR promotes active refugee participation in all aspects of its programme cycle, develops protection strategies and solutions in partnership with them and supports the communityโs own goals, also through the effective engagement and communication with communities.
UNHCR staff perform a variety of tasks country-wide, including: providing newly arrived persons with information on international protection, monitoring land border procedures and their potential impact on access to asylum and other relevant procedures, and supporting the authorities with the identification of persons with specific needs; working with authorities, partners and refugee communities and organizations to identify persons with additional protection needs, such as UASC, survivors of GBV and other persons at risk, so they may promptly be referred to appropriate services; monitoring reception conditions, and providing support to the National (and local) Commission for the Right to Asylum, including on the reform of the RSD procedure.
UNHCR also seeks to help refugees thrive in Italy and fully contribute to the economic, cultural and social life of the country, by providing support to the implementation of the Governmentโs national integration plan, as well as relevant guidelines on vulnerabilities, provision of information and counselling on rights, entitlements and obligations, promotion of communication tools and engagement with the private sector to promote refugeesโ employment, and by working with relevant authorities and Italian universities to promote access to education at all levels. Furthermore, the agency engages on GBV and child protection and other specific needs responses through dedicated and specialized programs.
Living and Working Conditions
Rome is a HQ Duty Station. Italy has a strong UN presence (more than 10 Agencies Programmes and Funds totaling more than 6'000 staff) and is offering high standard of living conditions and relatively high cost of living.
There is no RC System hence no formal inter-agency coordination system other than the DO for Security related matters. FAO leads the UN team and collaborates closely with Rome based WFP and IFAD HQ.
The Italian authorities will issue a visa and residence permit to UNHCR international staff members. Before arriving at a new duty station, finding an accommodation will be a priority. There are some limited facilities to access Duty Free privileges. Buying a new vehicle is a lengthy process while buying second hand is even more complex. The public transport system is relatively reliable, and most colleagues have elected to reside in the office neighborhood.
A valid driving license issued by a European Union/European Economic Area (EU/EEA) member state is automatically accepted in all other member states. People with EU/EEA-issued driver's license who take up residence in Italy are not required to exchange it for an Italian license.
Holders of a standard driving license issued from a non-EU/EEA country may drive in Italy using the foreign license for up to one year after obtaining residency.
Medical care is up to international standards.
UN International expatriates are covered by the medical insurance provided from their workplace. No additional medical coverage is required. A list of English-speaking doctors can be provided, upon request, by the FAO Medical Services.
There are several international schools in Rome. The academic year for schools in Italy is from September to June. Generally, schools have long waiting lists and it is advisable to register your child at school as soon as possible. You should also find out about the specific admission requirements at the school. Transfer certificates from previous schools and academic records are usually required. Contracts are made between the school and private individuals regarding payments of school fees.
This means any deposits and commitments to pay fees are your responsibility and not the UN's.
Spouse employment can be challenging, particularly in a post Covid-19 situation where the economy was affected.
Additional Qualifications
SkillsIT-Computer Literacy, PR-Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD), PR-Gender Based Violence (GBV) Capacity development and training, PR-Gender Based Violence (GBV) prevention programming, PR-Gender Based Violence (GBV) response programming, PR-Gender Based Violence (GBV) risk mitigation, TR-Training - Virtual and face to face
Education
CertificationsCommunity Development/Social Work - Other, HCR Gender Equality Learning Program. - UNHCR, HCR Protection Learning Program - UNHCR, HCR Sexual and Gender_Based Violence - UNHCR, Human Rights - Other, Law - Other, Social Sciences - Other
Work Experience
CompetenciesAccountability, Analytical thinking, Client & results orientation, Commitment to continuous learning, Communication, Organizational awareness, Planning & organizing, Political awareness, Teamwork & collaboration
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