Assistant External Relations Officer | UNHCR

“UNHCR” stands for United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, is a specialized agency under the United Nations that concentrated on providing protection/ assistance, and durable solutions for refugees and displaced persons around the world. UNHCR founded in 1950, It works to safeguard the rights and well-being of people who have been forced to flee their homes due to conflict, persecution, or violence. Organization’s mandate includes ensuring access to asylum, advocating for durable solutions such as voluntary repatriation, local integration, or resettlement, and addressing the broader issues related to displacement. UNHCR is playing a crucial role in coordinating international efforts to respond to refugee crises and works in partnership with governments, non-governmental organizations, and other stakeholders to address the complex challenges faced by displaced populations.

What are the advantages come with being employed at UNHCR :

• Engaging in meaningful work has the power to positively impact deserving individuals.
• Empowering Youth by providing them with the necessary tools and skills for advancing in their careers
• Promoting diversity in gender and culture to support the strength of the team.

Job Details:

• Job Title: Assistant External Relations Officer
• Unit: UNHCR
• Job Place: Senegal
• Deadline: 17, January, 2024

Education & Qualifications Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism Communication.
• Have University degree in political science / social sciences.
• Bachelor’s degree in international relations.

Work Experiences:

• Work Experience in local institution, politics and culture.
• Work Experience of UNHCR learning programmes or specific training relevant to functions of the position.
• Full-Knowledge of understanding of NGOs missions and goals.
• Full-Knowledge in public relations.

Languages:

• Fluency in English language is Required (both oral and written).
• Have a Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish) both oral and written.

Key Responsibilities Career:

• Responsible for assisting the management in dealing with the challenges posed by the political context.
• Responsible for assisting in the dialogue with donors and embassies and provide accurate information by organizing regular briefings.
• Responsible for participating when requested in the inter-agency cooperation and communication strategies.
• Responsible for conducting eligibility and status determination for PoC in compliance with UNHCR procedural standards.
• Responsible for producing reports for donor agencies.

“The deadline for opportunity is 17, January, 2024”

“The Official Link for this Opportunity”

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