Community Engagement officer -Grade 15 مسؤول المشاركة المجتمعية

Org. Setting and Reporting

The incumbent reports to the Chief, Field Relief and Social Services Programme (CFRSSP), through the Deputy Chief, Relief and Social Services Programme.

Responsibilities

A. Maintain close contact and cooperation with Community Based Organizations associated with UNRWA, formal and informal community groups, voluntary societies and UN organizations involved in programmes for youth, children, and provides them with information related to UN policies, regulations and other issues of concern. B. Works closely with the Social Services Officer and the Disability and Gender Mainstreaming Officer in establishment of Youth Support Groups and encouraging participation of communities in programmes for youth, children and women. C. Provide technical support to target CBOs in Syria to establish their unique identity, as independent entities by adapting recommendations in the assessment report. D. Guide CBOs in developing their vision and mission statements to ensure consistency and uniformity across all CBOs and posted to be visible to all visitors. E. Provide technical expertise to CBOs in adapting suitable governing structures based on specific needs, size, and circumstances. F. Provide guidance on developing and adapting new policies and procedures to fill gaps that were identified during the assessment. These include HR policy, program policy and procedures, financial policies and procedures, and others. G. Support the CBOs in development of their strategic plans which will guide them to determine the most effective strategies and action plans for achieving their goals. The incumbent with will closely work with DGMO in executing these plans. H. Assess composition of Technical Committees (TCs) in the context of the new proposed structures and ensure gender balance and participation of persons with disabilities (PWDs). I. Train program TCs on gender equality and inclusion of persons with disabilities and other disenfranchised groups. J. Establish close contact with UNRWA’s department of health, education to enhance and strengthen multi-disciplinary cooperation and interventions in programmes for children, youth, human rights and other cross-cutting issues. K. Performs such other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Competencies

UN Core Values of Professionalism, Integrity and Respect for Diversity and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default. In addition the following functional competencies apply: 1. Leading and Supervising 2. Deciding and Initiating Action 3. Applying Technical Expertise 4. Persuading and Influencing 5. Learning and Researching

Education

A university degree in social work, sociology, development studies or any related social science field. .شهادة جامعية في العمل الاجتماعي أو علم الاجتماع أو دراسات التنمية أو أي مجال من مجالات العلوم الاجتماعية ذات الصلة

Job - Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

At least six years' experience in managing social development programmes in which at least three years' experience in the field of technical Community center interventions is required. .خبرة لا تقل عن ست سنوات في إدارة برامج التنمية الاجتماعية يتضمن فيها خبرة ثلاث سنوات على الأقل في مجال التدخلات التقنية للمراكز المجتمعية

Good knowledge of office policies and administration is required معرفة جيدة بسياسات المكاتب وإدارتها.

Experience with Palestine refugees especially those residing in camps is required . خبرة في التعامل مع اللاجئين الفلسطينيين ولا سيما الذين يقيمون في المخيمات.

•Experience in social work and case work interventions is required. الخبرة في العمل الاجتماعي

Languages

Excellent command of spoken and written English and Arabic معرفة ممتازة للغة الانكليزية والعربية المنطوقة والمكتوبة

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

Contract Status:

• Daily Paid Contract
• Monthly basic salary: 838.20 USD

• Grade: 15

• Candidates who are invited to a written test should submit their academic qualifications, employment certificates and other required documents, either before the date of the test, or on the day of the test. Failure to do so may entail disqualification from the recruitment process.

• على المتقدمين المدعوين للامتحان إحضار شهاداتهم الأكاديمية وشهادات الخبرة وأي مستندات أخرى مطلوبة إما قبل تاريخ الامتحان أو يوم الامتحان حيث يؤدي الفشل في تحقيق ذلك إلى الاستبعاد من التقدم للامتحان

• Candidates should also submit a statement of non-employment (3 copies) given that governmental, or joint sector employees cannot be appointed to UNRWA posts even if they have leave without pay permit.

• إبراز وثيقة غير موظف عدد 3 فلا يحق لموظفي القطاع العام أو المشترك التعيين ضمن شواغر الأونروا حتى وان كان ضمن اجازة بلا أجر.

• Candidates who succeed in the recruitment process and receive an offer of appointment to the respective post must submit a notification issued by GAPAR to the effect that they have reported to GAPAR and have filled the required forms for obtaining approval of competent government authorities.

• على المتقدمين الناجحين في عملية التوظيف والحاصلين على عرض عمل على أساس الوظيفة المعلنة أعلاه إبراز إشعار صادر عن الهيئة العامة للاجئين الفلسطينيين العرب إلى مكتب الموارد البشرية في الأونروا يفيد أنه قد قام بتعبئة جميع الاستمارات المطلوبة للحصول على موافقة السلطات الحكومية المختصة إضافة إلى الوثاىق التالية:

• They should also submit the following: • Statement of non-conviction (3 copies). وثيقة غير محكوم عدد 3 • Copy of personal ID. نسخة عن الهوبة

• Equivalency: Equivalency may apply for this post. NB: Work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work experience are not considered an acceptable combination.

• General information

1. This vacancy notice is open to internal and external candidates. As an Area post, only candidates who reside in Syria at the time of applications are eligible to apply. The Agency does not assume responsibilities nor support the issuance of work permits for those who has no legal documents to live in Syria; job opening applies only to potential candidates residing within the field of the post, residing within commuting distance of the duty station of the post.

2. Preference will be given to registered Palestine refugees and candidates assisting the Agency to meet its commitment to gender parity.

3. 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 women;

4. 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;

5. 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 PHP should be completed with full relevant work experience under the experience tabs as per the requirements in the Job Opening. All acquired university degrees must also be stated, if applicable. Applicants applying to positions for Grades 12 to 20 must submit a cover letter/motivational statement in order to be considered. Additionally, providing incorrect or misleading information on an application will result in the immediate disqualification of a candidate;

6. For UNRWA internal staff, they are required to specify and include their current UNRWA grade level. To do so applicants should select under “Category” RLG, scroll down to see all categories, then select their local grade.

7. Advertisements published only in English will only accept applications in English, and Arabic submissions will not be considered.

8. The Agency may disqualify 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 whilst misconduct processes were pending.

9. UNRWA shares investigation and misconduct information with other UN Agencies, and past and prospective employers, about staff members who have been separated for misconduct, or who have separated whilst an investigation and/or disciplinary process for misconduct is underway; and such persons may be prohibited from employment with the United Nations.

10. The Agency will immediately disqualify applicants who are ineligible for any reason in accordance with the Agency regulatory framework.

11. UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions from UN member states, regional bodies, business foundations and individual contributions. The mission of UNRWA is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human development under the difficult circumstances in which they live;

12. Please ensure that the e-mail address and mobile phone number that you have written in your Personal History Form are accurate and active. Your status in relation to the vacancy will be communicated to you only via the email listed on your Personal History Form;

13. UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities;

14. Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply;

15. For more information please visit the website, http//: inspira.un.org.

United Nations Considerations

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and to assignment by him or her.

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.