Livelihood & Economic Inclusion Assistant
Support livelihood and economic inclusion activities for refugees.
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Overview
Support livelihood and economic inclusion activities for refugees.
You have:
- Prior exposure to UNHCR refugee operations and functions relating to office administration and programme activities.
- Knowledge about latest development in the livelihoods sector, including broader UN processes on the SDGs and the Global Compact on Refugees.
- Completion of UNHCR learning programmes or specific training relevant to functions of the position.
Deadline for Applications
February 15, 2026Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)
DFamily Type (not applicable for home-based)
FamilyStaff Member / Affiliate Type
UNOPS LICA4Target Start Date
2026-03-01Terms of Reference
The Livelihood and Economic Inclusion (LEI) Assistant position that will be based at the Meiganga Field Office, is Under the supervision of the Head of Field Office Meiganga. The LEI Assistant is relied upon to ensure organization, coordination, and supervision of the Livelihood activities and refugees’ socioeconomic inclusion alongside with Government local institution, humanitarian partners, refugee communities and development actors in Garoua Boulaï Sub-Division, in Adamawa and North Regions. He/She will work and interact in compliance with humanitarian principles, standard operating procedures, Cameroon Hexus HDP road map and in accordance with strategies defined by UNHCR senior management and the Livelihood sector. S/he should work in close coordination with other sections within UNHCR as well as external parties such as implementing and operational Partners, and involved government parties, with the full participation and support of persons and communities of concern. 2. Purpose and Scope of Assignment : • Explore partnerships with relevant stakeholders to enhance economic inclusion of UNHCR PoC. This includes working with economic development agencies to adapt their programmes to become inclusive of UNHCR PoC, working with the private sector to enhance inclusion of UNHCR PoC in their labour force and supply chains, working with financial service providers to enhance financial inclusion, and working with public and private sector service providers to include UNHCR PoC in supporting services (business development, micro-finance, training, saving accounts, poverty alleviation and social protection, etc.). • Work with the multi-functional team, more specifically with the Protection Unit, to collect information about the legal framework for the right to work and rights at work. • Support the implementation of socioeconomic and wealth ranking surveys to inform targeting, monitoring and facilitation of the engagement of development programmes. • Participate in necessary assessments in collaboration with relevant private and public stakeholders, including impact assessments on local economies and surveys that help to inform interventions and identify investment and funding opportunities that enhance the economic inclusion of UNHCR PoC. • In case UNHCR is implementing specific livelihoods activities, work closely with and provide technical assistance on livelihoods interventions to help ensure they are market-based, and that the role of UNHCR has been strategically determined in consideration of its comparative advantage vis-à-vis other partners. • Liaise with partners and authorities on livelihoods related issues under the technical guidance of the supervisor. • Prepare field reports and other relevant reports relating to livelihoods and make recommendations for interventions that enhance refugee economic inclusion to the designated officer. • Perform other related duties as required 3. Monitoring and Progress Controls (Clear description of measurable outputs, milestones, key performance indicators and/or reporting requirements which will enable performance monitoring) Performance and Feedback To keep track of the performance of the incumbent, the supervisor will regularly provide feedback and discuss with he/she on the areas for improvement. The candidate is also expected to regularly update the weekly report on activities undertaken for purposes of keeping track of the progress made during the assignment period.
While the candidate is expected to process to produce a weekly activity report, and conduct an analysis of the needs, challenges, and propose solutions.
The candidate’s contribution is expected to ensure that the operation meets its LEI objectives. Desirable: Prior exposure to UNHCR refugee operations and functions relating to office administration and programme activities. Knowledge about latest development in the livelihoods sector, including broader UN processes on the SDGs and the Global Compact on Refugees. Completion of UNHCR learning programmes or specific training relevant to functions of the position. c. Key Competencies
Accountability, Communication, Organizational Awareness,Teamwork & Collaboration, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Client & Result Orientation, Judgement and Decision Making, Analytical Thinking, Planning and Organizing, Stakeholder Management Standard Job Description
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This position doesn't require a functional clearance Remote
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Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience with economic development agencies and how it relates to refugee inclusion? | To assess your understanding of economic development and its impact on refugees. | Provide specific examples of your work with agencies and the results achieved. |
| How do you approach partnerships with stakeholders to promote socioeconomic inclusion? | To understand your collaboration skills and partnership development expertise. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies would you employ to enhance financial inclusion for refugees? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a situation where you had to analyze data to improve a program. What was the outcome? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of how you've facilitated training for refugees or marginalized groups? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure compliance with humanitarian principles in your work? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What key performance indicators would you establish for a livelihoods program? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you describe a time you had to deal with conflicting stakeholder interests? How did you resolve it? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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