Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)A (least hardship)
Family Type (not applicable for home-based)
Family
Staff Member / Affiliate TypeUNOPS LICA5
Target Start Date2023-10-03
Job Posting End DateAugust 29, 2023
Terms of ReferenceOperational Context
Asylum systems face unprecedented demand and, as a result, have the challenge of providing answers that guarantee quality and efficiency in the refugee status determination process. Considering the scenario of exponential increase of people forced to displace in recent years and its reflection in Brazil, it is essential to adopt new modalities of differentiated case processing to simplify and accelerate the analysis of applications for the recognition of refugee status. In addition, it is essential that refugees, asylum seekers, stateless persons and other persons in need of international protection enjoy full protection of the State and have access to rights and services, including health, education, work.
It is understood that this position fits into the context of technical support to the Brazilian National Committee for Refugees (Conare) in further expanding or implementing new refugee public policies at the federal, state and municipal levels to ensure refugeesโ effective access to rights and services, while promoting their self-reliance and socio-economic inclusion and integration through their insertion into national programs.
It is a position in Brasilia, in the MJSP to work with the General Coordination of CONARE.
Organizational Setting and Work Relationships
The Integration Assistant supports Conare with all activities related to integration, durable solutions and refugee public policies initiatives and strategies.
The position is supervised by a more senior position and receives functional guidance and support from Protection at country level. Subject to the nature of the task/assignment, he/she will work independently on routine tasks, while will follow instructions of the supervisor for more complex issues. The position has no supervisory role.
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 UNHCRโs core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.
Duties
- Support CONARE with functional and administrative support in all durable solutions, integration and public policies related tasks.
- Support Conare providing counselling to, and respond to queries from, asylum seekers and refugees.
- Assist Conare in maintain accurate and up-to date records and data related to all work on individual cases.
- Assist in coordinating with civil society, private sector, academic institutions and other government entities on facilitating the development, implementation and monitoring programs and projects related to durable solutions, integration, and public policies for refugees.
- Draft correspondence and reports relating to the durable solutions and public policies activities.
- Support the monitoring and folow-up on project activities and other actions implemented by CONARE.
- Conduct support missions, as required.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Education & Professional Work Experience
Years of Experience / Degree Level
For G5 - 2 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 1 year relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher
Field(s) of Education
Not applicable
(Field(s) of Education marked with an asterisk* are essential)
Certificates and/or Licenses
Law, International Relations, Human Rights, Social Work.
(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)
Relevant Job Experience
Essential
Working experience with public policies, access to rights and projects implementation and monitoring. Knowledge of International Refugee Law and Human Rights Law and ability to apply the relevant legal principles.
Desirable
Previous experience with refugee rights in Brazil. Experience in working with vulnerable or traumatized individuals.
Functional Skills
(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.
Competency Requirements
All jobs at UNHCR require six core competencies and may also require managerial competencies and/or cross-functional competencies. The six core competencies are listed below.
Core Competencies
Accountability
Communication
Organizational Awareness
Teamwork & Collaboration
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Client & Result Orientation
Managerial Competencies
Not specified.
Cross-Functional Competencies
Analytical Thinking
Innovation and Creativity
Technological Awareness
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.
Standard Job Description
Required Languages English
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Desired Languages
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Additional Qualifications
Skills
Education
Certifications
Work Experience
Other informationThis position doesn't require a functional clearance