Hardship LevelC
Family TypeNon Family
Family TypeNon Family
Residential location (if applicable)
GradeGS6
Staff Member / Affiliate TypeGeneral Service
ReasonRegular > Regular Assignment
Remote work acceptedNo
Target Start Date2023-09-25
Job Posting End DateSeptember 16, 2023
Standard Job DescriptionResettlement Associate Organizational Setting and Work Relationships A Resettlement Associate position is typically located at Multi-Country Office, Branch Office or Field Office. Under supervision, the incumbent's primary role is to assist in providing, in close coordination with concerned sections within UNHCR as well as external parties such as resettlement countries, IOM and NGOs, a continuous support to resettlement operations by ensuring that resettlement polices are correctly implemented and operations are supported in establishing comprehensive protection and solutions strategies. The incumbent takes part in assessing cases for resettlement and conducting interviews as well as monitoring procedural compliance and quality of case submissions. The role of the Resettlement Associate may involve managerial responsibilities in supervising, coaching and training junior staff, and assisting in implementing organisational objectives and priorities. 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 UNHCRยฟs core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity. Duties - Interview, assess resettlement needs, and process persons identified for resettlement, following established procedures; undertake field missions as required. - Where applicable, review and assess special resettlement cases and prepares individual submissions for presentation to resettlement countries; keep offices informed on the status of special resettlement cases; liaise with offices on case processing and provide advice as required. - Comply with UNHCRยฟs standard operating procedures on resettlement, ensuring timely action on cases. - Follow up on status of cases from submission to departure; ensure effective in-country communication on the status and follow-up on persons of concern (PoC) being considered for resettlement; ensure that records on individual cases are kept up-to-date. - Provide PoC and partners with up-to-date and accurate information on UNHCRยฟs resettlement policies and procedures. - Assist in monitoring the quality of submissions, providing the concerned staff with basic guidance and advice. - Manage, maintain and update proGres or Consolidated Online Resettlement Tracking System (CORTS) database and provide technical support. - Coordinate travel and departure arrangements for refugees accepted for resettlement. - Organize logistical support for governments undertaking resettlement missions. - Maintain accurate resettlement statistics as well as up-to-date records on individual cases; assist in the preparation of reports. - Assist with preparing a strategy and budget for resettlement activities and monitoring expenditures. - Provide administrative support for resettlement-related training activities. - Systematically apply an Age, Gender and Diversity perspective in all aspects of the resettlement process; comply with UNHCR policy and guidelines on HIV/AIDS. - Assist in mitigating resettlement fraud through oversight (including in-country travel), advice and guidance). - Recommend cases that are eligible for resettlement consideration. - Provide counselling to PoC. - Perform other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications 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 International Law; International Relations; (Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential) Relevant Job Experience Essential Not specified Desirable Good knowledge of UNHCR Resettlement policies and operational applications in different resettlement countries and situations. Completion of UNHCR specific learning/training activities (e.g., PLP and RSD/Resettlement Learning Programme, resettlement anti-fraud workshop). Functional Skills CO-Cross-cultural communication PR-Refugee Resettlement programs PR-Resettlement Anti-Fraud Policy and Procedures (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 Resettlement is being used as a protection tool, allowing UNHCR in Iraq to intervene on behalf of the most vulnerable refugees, both Syrian and non-Syrians, particularly those individuals facing immediate protection concerns, those with severe and life-threatening medical conditions that require treatment outside Iraq and the ones who face serious challenges in integrating in Iraq. The strategic use of resettlement is also pursued for Syrians as part of a broader strategy to exercise equitable burden and responsibility sharing and maintain the quality of the protection space for the greater number of Syrian refugees who will continue to be hosted in Iraq.
The Resettlement Associate will be based in Erbil and will be part of a country-wide resettlement team. The team is headed by the Resettlement & Complementary Pathways Officer in Erbil and consists of approximately 20 resettlement colleagues who are based in Erbil, Duhok and Baghdad. The following duties will be part of the Resettlement Associateโs work:
The Resettlement Associate will:
- Support the operation with Resettlement processing of the cases in line with the established policies on merged procedures;
- Support monitoring of activities for resettlement, to ensure progress against targets, transparency and efficiency in case submissions and appropriate follow-up with resettlement countries and other key stakeholders.
- Review and provide timely feedback and guidance on resettlement submissions prepared in the country office/ by country offices to harmonize quality and consistency of resettlement delivery.
- Support the management of processes to ensure that persons of concern and partners receive up-to-date and accurate information on UNHCRโs resettlement policies and procedures.
- Support the implementation of UNHCRโs global resettlement policies, procedures and guidelines in the AOR.
- Ensure Standard Operating Procedures for identification of cases for resettlement and resettlement case management are in place and in line with UNHCR Global Standards.
- Support and contribute to measures that enhance the prevention, detection and response to fraud committed by persons of concern generally and in resettlement in particular.
- Assist selection missions by resettlement countries to the country operation.
- Stay abreast and analyse the implication of political, legal, social and economic developments in the AOR and recommend policy / strategic approaches to further UNHCR objectives with respect to resettlement.
- Contribute to the development and enhancement of policy and guidelines for resettlement practices.
- Systematically apply an Age, Gender and Diversity perspective in all aspects of the resettlement process; comply with UNHCR policy and guidelines on HIV/AIDS.
- Promote and support the establishment of mechanisms for preventing fraud in resettlement activities to maintain the integrity of the resettlement process in the AOR.
- Assist in the production of up-to-date and accurate statistics, analytical reports on resettlement updates and briefing notes, including with regard to the trends, the country/ regionโs performance in meeting resettlement targets, challenges and responses.
- Contribute to comprehensive protection and solutions strategies in the country operation or region.
- Perform other related duties as required.
As such, for the incumbent of this position:
1. Experience in and or/exposure to resettlement case management is essential.
2. Experience with drafting RRFs and/or a strong familiarity and experience with the resettlement process/policies/guidelines is essential.
3. Experience conducting interviews with asylum-seekers and refugees is essential.
4. Experience counselling Persons of Concern to UNHCR on resettlement and/or other third country solutions and managing expectations of communities and Persons of Concern to UNHCR is essential.
5. Strong Arabic and English language skills are essential.
6. Kurdish (Kurmanji and/or Sorani) language skills are essential.
Important Notes:
- When completing the application, candidates are required to list all of their language skills โ including their mother tongue. The three broad levels are A1/A2 (\"Basic User\"), B1/B2 (\"Independent User\"), and C1/C2 (\"Proficient User\")
- Recruitment as a UNHCR staff member and engagement under a UNHCR affiliate scheme or as an intern is subject to proof of vaccination against Covid-19.
Required languages (expected Overall ability is at least B2 level): Arabic
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Additional Qualifications
SkillsCO-Cross-cultural communication, PR-Refugee Resettlement programs, PR-Resettlement Anti-Fraud Policy and Procedures
Education
CertificationsInternational Law - Other, International Relations - Other
Work Experience
CompetenciesAccountability, Analytical thinking, Client & results orientation, Commitment to continuous learning, Communication, Judgement & decision making, Organizational awareness, Planning & organizing, Stakeholder management, Teamwork & collaboration
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Additional InformationShortlisted candidates will be invited to an eliminatory written test. Successful candidates will be invited to an interview.
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