Senior Protection Assistant

Overview

Assist in the protection and support of refugees and asylum seekers

You have:

• 2 years relevant experience with High School Diploma is mandatory.
• 1 year relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher is mandatory.
• Required languages are Arabic and French; knowledge of English is desirable.
• Previous experience working with refugees and asylum seekers is a strong advantage.
• Skills in IT-Computer Literacy are required.
• Knowledge of Protection-related guidelines, standards, and indicators is required.
• Knowledge of Refugee Protection Principles and Framework is required.

Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)

A (least hardship)Family Type (not applicable for home-based)

FamilyStaff Member / Affiliate Type

UNOPS LICA5Target Start Date

2024-08-15Job Posting End Date

August 9, 2024Terms of Reference

Hire Senior Protection Assistant (LICA 5)

TORs to this position:

Organizational Unit: UNHCR

Duty station: Tunisia - Tunis

Grade: LICA 5

Expected start date August 15th

Overview of Position:

The Protection Assistant is a key member of the UNHCR Protection Unit, reporting to the Assistant Protection Officer or other designated protection staff. This role involves supporting the UNHCR case management unit. The position requires significant fieldwork to assess and address the needs of refugees and asylum seekers at individual level.

Duties and Responsibilities - Provide counseling to refugees and asylum seekers on their rights and available services. - Conduct individual protection assessments to identify the needs of refugees and asylum seekers at an individual level. - Make necessary referrals to specialized protection services based on assessment outcomes and ensure follow up and accompaniment if necessary. - Assist in case management for the most vulnerable refugees and asylum seekers, including development of a case plan, follow-up, and documentation of cases. - Maintain accurate records of assessments and referrals. - Participate in field visits to conduct assessments and provide support to refugees. - Assist in resolving issues and challenges related to protection assessments and referrals. - Assist in drafting reports, routine correspondence and updating relevant databases. - Observe and respect protection related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). - Perform other related duties as required. Minimum qualifications required Work experience: - Mandatory: For G5 - 2 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 1-year relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher - Desirable: Previous experience working with refugees and asylum seekers is a strong advantage for this position. Language Requirements Arabic and French are required while working knowledge of English is desirable.

Accountability

All UNHCR staff members are accountable for performing their duties as reflected in their job descriptions and in line with UNHCR's regulatory framework, including the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions, and relevant accountability frameworks. Staff members must discharge their responsibilities consistent with UNHCR’s core values of professionalism, integrity, and respect for diversity.Standard Job Description

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Additional Qualifications

Skills

IT-Computer Literacy, PR-Protection-related guidelines, standards and indicators, PR-Refugee Protection Principles and FrameworkEducation

Certifications

International Law - Other, Political Science - OtherWork Experience

Other information

This position doesn't require a functional clearance Home-Based

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Added 2 years ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: unhcr.org