Protection Analyst (Monitoring and International Protection)

Org. Setting and ReportingUNRWA, the largest United Nations operation in the Middle East with over 30,000 staff working across five areas of operation, is looking for highly committed personnel wishing to make a change. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference for one of the most vulnerable communities in the world, UNRWA would like to hear from you. Protection Analyst (Monitoring and International Protection) reports to the Senior Protection Officer (International Protection and Advocacy). ResponsibilitiesContributes to the oversight of protection data collection and analysis across fields by helping field offices to develop, strengthen, and maintain data collection and verification methods. Ensures that field teams are equipped to identify key protection trends and emerging risks and builds their capacity to analyze and report on protection-related data. Oversees individual international protection requests, including the intake of cases, logging cases, preparing case summaries and drafting responses, conducts trend analysis and supports coordination with other agencies to reduce protection gaps. Additionally, strengthens the Agency’s understanding of and reporting on protection risks faced by Palestine refugees in transit (whether forced or voluntary) or living outside UNRWA’s areas of operations. Supports the analysis of legislative, policy and other barriers to accessing rights for Palestine refugees across all fields in which UNRWA operates, and monitors changes in the protection environment and related contextual dynamics. Drafts protection reporting across fields and at headquarter level, including leading on and/or supporting the research and drafting of protection reports, briefing materials, and both public and private protection advocacy products and messaging. Contributes to UNRWA’s engagement with and reporting to international human rights mechanisms, including the preparation of planned submissions and responses to ad hoc requests related to international human rights and protection issues. Assists in the formulation and oversight of regional or field-level research projects designed to strengthen UNRWA’s knowledge on key thematic protection areas that also supports regional protection analysis and reporting. Supports the establishment of partnerships with external protection actors (UN agencies, NGOs, etc.) on protection topics and actively participates in coordination fora at the regional level as required. Monitors and analyses current events, public opinion and press, identifies issues and trends, and advises the Division on opportunities to focus monitoring and promote advocacy in accordance with the Field and Protection Division strategies and in reporting. Perform other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor. CompetenciesUN Core Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity, and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default. i. Analyzing ii. Learning and Researching iii. Formulating Strategies and Concepts iv. Relating and Networking v. Planning and Organizing EducationAdvanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) from an accredited educational institution in international relations, public administration, human rights, law, communication, journalism, humanities or related field. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceAt least five years of progressively responsible and relevant experience in international humanitarian work, refugee sector, international human rights and/or protection. Unless already serving as an international staff member in the UN Common System, at least two continuous years of relevant international experience outside UNRWA, and outside the country(s) of citizenship is required. Demonstrated experience in protection/humanitarian/human rights data collection and analysis, including the ability to interpret protection/human rights data, identify trends and patterns, and provide actionable insights to support decision-making. Demonstrated proficiency in database management, including data entry, organization, query optimization, troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with data protection and security standards is required. Understanding of refugee law and protection, including international protection frameworks, case management principles and application to the contexts in which UNRWA operates is required. Demonstrated experience in reporting, preferably on humanitarian and human rights issues, including drafting official reports that present information and data in a clear and instructive manner is required. Working knowledge of Arabic a distinct advantage is desirable. Familiarity with the work of non-UN organizations working in protection-related fields is desirable. Knowledge and understanding of the Palestine refugee situation and the political context of the Middle East is desirable. Candidates are required to make a declaration as to whether they have any current or past affiliations with non-governmental organisations, academic institutions, political organisations, military, or have/are engaged in activities or have made any public statements, that could be seen to impact their neutrality, objectivity or independence in the performance of their duties for the UN / UNRWA. Any declaration will not necessarily disqualify candidates from consideration for this post. LanguagesExcellent command of written and spoken English. AssessmentEvaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview. Special NoticeType of Contract and duration: One year project funded post, with the possibility of further extension subject to availability of funds, need and performance. Advertisements published in English will only accept applications in English, other language submissions will not be considered. Only applications that have been fully completed in UNRWA's online e-recruitment system Inspira will be considered, and no late applications will be accepted. The Personal History Profile (PHP) should be completed with full work experience under the experience tabs as per the requirements in the Job Opening. All university degrees must also be stated, where applicable. UNRWA personnel must ensure adding their contract type and grade level. Given the large pool of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment. Providing incorrect or misleading information on an application form will result in the immediate disqualification of the candidate. UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities. A roster may be created from the selection exercise, and successful candidates may become eligible for appointment to the same post or a similar post, when the need arises. Equivalency: A first level university degree in combination with additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree. NB: work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work experience are not considered an acceptable combination. Join our eco-friendly organization dedicated to environment sustainability and targeting to be plastic free by 2025. The Agency disqualifies applicants whose name appears on the UN Sanctions List or a UN database of staff separated for reason of misconduct or of staff who separated while a misconduct process was pending. 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UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from under-represented groups. At UNRWA, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. UNRWA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. UNRWA Considerations UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence, neutrality, impartiality and integrity. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. Candidates will not be considered for employment with UNRWA if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. The Agency may disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear on the UN Sanctions List. UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment. Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. 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. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date. No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS RELIEF AND WORKS AGENCY FOR PALESTINE REFUGEES IN THE NEAR EAST (UNRWA) DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE OR REQUEST MONEY FROM CANDIDATES AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT AND ONBOARDING PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING, ONBOARDING). UNRWA DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.