RSD Consultant
Provide expertise in refugee status determination processes.
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Overview
Provide expertise in refugee status determination processes.
You have:
- University degree in law, political science, international relations, or another related field.
- Fluency in oral and written Russian and English.
- Minimum four years of relevant work experience, preferably working in a legal or protection capacity in the field of human rights, refugee protection, RSD.
- Applied knowledge and experience in Refugee Status Determination (RSD) adjudication and procedures is necessary.
- Excellent skills related to facilitation of online activities (webinars).
- Strong interpersonal skills (e.g., conflict resolution) and ability to work effectively independently and in teams in a multi-cultural environment.
- Knowledge of the international legal framework governing refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced persons and stateless persons.
- Awareness of age, gender, and diversity issues and how to apply these considerations to the RSD work.
- Capacity to provide written feedback in a constructive manner and skills to facilitate interactive participation during in-person activities.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)
A (least hardship)Family Type (not applicable for home-based)
FamilyStaff Member / Affiliate Type
CONS LocalTarget Start Date
2025-06-16Deadline for Applications
June 23, 2025Terms of Reference
Qualification and experience required (degree required, years of work experience, field of expertise, language required):
Education/knowledge:
University degree in law, political science, international relations, or another related field.
Fluency in oral and written Russian and English.
Knowledge of the international legal framework governing refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced persons and stateless persons and ability to apply the relevant legal principles.
Applied knowledge and experience in Refugee Status Determination (RSD) adjudication and procedures is necessary. The Trainer needs to be conversant with the latest UNHCR policies and guidelines on RSD and COI on Afghanistan, Syria, Turkiye, Ukraine, Belarus, Russian Federation and the relationship between asylum and State’s national security concerns.
Awareness of age, gender, and diversity issues and how to apply these considerations to the RSD work.
Capacity to provide written feedback in a constructive manner and skills to facilitate interactive participation during in-person activities.
Experience/demonstrable skills:
Minimum four years of relevant work experience, preferably working in a legal or protection capacity in the field of human rights, refugee protection, RSD.
Extensive practical experience in conducting RSD, including case assessment, interview techniques, credibility analysis, and decision-making in line with international protection standards.
Knowledge of and experience in the international legal framework regarding RSD.
Excellent skills related to facilitation of online activities (webinars).
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills (e.g., conflict resolution) and ability to work effectively independently and in teams in a multi-cultural environment; and
Age, Gender, and Diversity (AGD) awareness.Standard Job Description
Required Languages
Russian,
English,
Desired Languages
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,
Additional Qualifications
Skills
Education
Bachelor of Arts: International Law, Bachelor of Arts: International Refugee Law, Bachelor of Arts: International Relations, Bachelor of Arts: Political ScienceCertifications
Work Experience
Other information
not requiredThis position doesn't require a functional clearance Remote
Yes
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience in refugee status determination and the challenges you faced? | The interviewer wants to assess your hands-on experience and problem-solving skills in RSD. | Discuss specific cases you've worked on and how you navigated difficulties. |
| How do you ensure compliance with international legal frameworks in refugee protection? | This checks your knowledge of legal standards and their application in practice. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Outline a situation where you had to lead a complex online training session. How did it go? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Tell us about a time you had to resolve a conflict in a multicultural team. What was the outcome? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your understanding of age, gender, and diversity issues in refugee work. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to keep up with updates in UNHCR policies and guidelines? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you provide constructive feedback during trainings or assessments? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What is your experience in conducting interviews related to refugee status determination? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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Source:
unhcr.org
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